Assignment for ITEC 3, 2017 HOLISTIC MASSAGE- all passed.

1. ITEC LEVEL 3
Unit 384 – Principles and Practice of Complementary
Therapies Assignment
Student: Andreea RADU
Tutor group: Nanette WRAY

2. Ayurvedic Medicine
Reiki
Meditation
Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP)
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3. o “Medicine is as old as life itself. The survival of the species demands
that simultaneously with the appearance of disease, all living things
must have also evolved the means to combat disease. The higher
animals are guided by instinct to seek remedies for illness in plants
and herbs. Man with his superior intelligence must necessarily have
extended the scope of this search for remedies. So if we discount the
myth of a Garden of Eden which man had to abandon when he fell
from grace, “the thousand ills that flesh is heir to” must have afflicted
man from his birth and the dawn of medicine must have synchronized
with the dawn of disease.
o Every human society must have developed a rudimentary system of
medicine, whether based on material medica or in spells, incantations
magic and rituals, which to us in this advanced age may appear
meaningless. The progress from this primitive stage to a regular
system of medicine has not been on the same lines everywhere. The
development of a system of medicine depends on various factors; its
form and content are decided by the civilization and the environment
in which it is born.”
V. Narayanaswamy
AYURVEDIC MEDICINE

4. 1. AYURVEDIC MEDICINE – Concept
o The term Ayurveda is derived from two Sanskrit words: ‘ayus’meaning life and ‘vid’ meaning knowledge. The "science of life",
Ayurveda, is firmly embedded in Indian philosophy and its theory of evolution, according to which the universe is composed of five
basic elements, namely: ether, air, fire, water and earth. These are present in all things, and in the living body they manifest
as doshas (essential bio-energetic forces of the human body). Each has its characteristic site and unique function in the body. They
are interrelated and, in their normal state, maintain the integrity of the living organism, conferring strength and assuring normal
physiological functioning as well as longevity. The three doshas need to be in a state of equilibrium for the body to remain healthy.
Any imbalance of these bio-energetic forces results in ill-health.
o According to Ayurvedic principles 107 marma points on body govern our muscular, skeletal, and the nervous systems. The mind has
considerable influence on the body and, in keeping with other great systems of medicine, the concept of balancing the energies of life
forces to achieve harmony of mind and body is central to Ayurvedic philosophy.
o Ayurveda places particular emphasis on the individual constitution (prakriti) of every being, which is determined by the unique
combination of doshas, genetic factors as well as the health, nutrition and lifestyle of one’s parents. Prakriti determines an individual’s
susceptibility to different diseases and has an influence on their course and development as well as on the complications that could
arise and the prognosis.
o Proper hygiene, diet and lifestyle are considered in Ayurveda essential pre-requisites for good health. Ayurvedic classical texts
provide detailed guidelines for health-promoting daily routines, which must be adapted to an individual’s constitution as well as to the
seasons and the environment in order to ensure an optimal functioning of body, mind and emotions.

5. o The history of Ayurveda began 5000 years ago in Himalayas when one of the
greatest sages of India, Srila Vyasadeva, wrote the Vedas for the first time.
He included Ayurveda as a part of the Vedas (ancient books describing Indian
culture and philosophy). Ayurveda, one of the systems of Indian medicine,
which has been an integral part of the Indian culture, is considered to be the
earliest medical science on positive health.
o Apart from Vyasadeva's compilation of hundreds of herbal drugs in the Vedas,
there were descriptions of Ayurvedic surgeries, later on, by other renowned
sages like Susrutha, Charaka and Kasyapa in their Samhithas. The subjects
covered included prosthetic surgery to replace limbs, cosmetic surgery, brain
surgery and even caesarian section. Archaeological evidence proves that
some of these operations were successfully performed 3000 to 5000 years
ago.' The science of 'Ayurveda' is closely related to Hindu mythology and was
transmitted from generation to generation till today.
o Ayurveda began to develop with the compiling and editing of the Samhithas.
Samhithas are the sum total of the principles and practices of all the then
known branches of medicine.
1. AYURVEDIC MEDICINE – Origins & Development
AYURVEDA IN WEST WORLD
 Ayurvedic doctors and European doctors initially encountered one
another through the spice trade that also exchanged botanicals and
pharmaceuticals. Some Indian medicinal knowledge had already spread
through texts and oral transmission. By the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries, during the British colonial period, this exchange reached its
peak. Colonial Britain and British scholars initially took a keen interest
in the ancient medical system and encouraged the study and practice
of Ayurveda.
 In the 1960s, Ayurveda has been advertised as alternative medicine in
the Western world. Due to different laws and medical regulations in
the rest of the world, the unregulated practice and commercialisation
of Ayurveda has raised ethical and legal issues. Baba Hari Dass was an
early proponent who helped bring Ayurveda to the US in the early
1970s. He taught classes derived from the Suśrutha Saṃhitā and
the Charaka Saṃhitha.
 The Vedas , in Sanskrit:
"knowledge” are a
large body of
knowledge texts
originating in the
ancient Indian
subcontinent.
Composed
in Vedic Sanskrit, the
texts constitute the
oldest layer of Sanskrit
literature and the
oldest scriptures of
Hinduism.

6.  An Ayurvedic practitioner arrives at a diagnosis through a variety of observation techniques
and enquiries, which include pulse or tongue reading and other forms of body examination,
an in-depth assessment of diet and lifestyle habits, an analysis of mental and emotional
states as well as a very detailed history taking. Most importantly though, an Ayurvedic
practitioner listens with great attention to detail and gives patients the required time and
space to express themselves. Therefore, a typical first consultation usually takes one hour or
longer.
 The skill of the practitioner lies in assessing a patient’s constitutional type, in diagnosing the
root cause of imbalance that manifests as disease, and in selecting appropriate remedial
interventions from an array of therapeutic options. Treatment is always tailor-made to the
individual and can include simple diet and lifestyle advice, food supplements or medicines,
physical treatments like full-body massage or local applications, psychological and emotional
consulting, meditation, yoga or other forms of subtle therapies.
 Panchakarma, a very effective Ayurvedic treatment, aims at deep body cleansing and the
restoration of a healthy metabolism. It includes elaborate preparatory procedures, emetic and
purgative processes and also enema treatments. After panchakarma, various rejuvenating
and immuno-modulating therapies are used to increase strength, resistance and overall
vitality on physical, mental and emotional levels, so that patients can experience and enjoy
health, well-being and longevity.
 An Ayurvedic practitioner may well offer you marma-massage therapy. The 107 marma
points through which prana, or life force, flows by means of subtle channels of the body,
including the seven chakras (or energy centres) that are junctions between the physical body
and the energetic body. The practitioner may also recommend exercise in the form of yoga.
 Although the practices have diverged over the last 150 years, particularly in the West (where
yoga without Ayurveda was for a long time considered normal), they are now being
reintegrated. This synergy offers the harmonization of consciousness, life, healing, and
transformation, and can help us to heal ourselves and our world, nature, mind, and spirit.
1. AYURVEDIC MEDICINE – Therapy objectives
 In Ayurveda, the fingers are used to massage the
107 marma points throughout the body, to promote
physical and mental healing and well-being.
 A marma massage increases blood flow to the
muscles surrounding each point, and can result in
increased levels of energy, reduced stress, and
freedom from tension and anxiety.
 Marma massage is good foe relieving symptoms
such as muscular pain and stress-related conditions,
and is particularly beneficial to stroke victims. During
the session, the marma therapist will check the acidic
levels of your tongue with litmus paper (you are
aiming for 60% alkaline to 40% acid, for optimum
health), as well as checking your muscle and nerve
reflexes.

7. 1. AYURVEDIC MEDICINE – Regulations and legal obligations in
UK
o Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioners are not yet statutorily regulated in the United Kingdom,
although the UK has been at the forefront of the new licensing arrangements, with over 300
herbal products achieving Traditional Herbal Registration accreditation, this is only a small
percentage of the number of products being used.
o At present under UK law it is permitted for a herbal practitioner to see individual patients,
offer diagnoses and prepare herbal treatments on their own premises, as long as these
preparations do not contain banned or restricted substances.
o The Ayurvedic Practitioners Association (APA)
o The British Association of Accredited Ayurvedic Practitioners (BAAAP)
o Statutory regulation of qualified Ayurvedic practitioners as UK health care professionals
registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and authorised to
prescribe unlicensed herbal remedies
• Ayurvedic Practitioner
Ayurvedic Practitioners are qualified to diagnose disease conditions
from an Ayurvedic perspective as well as prescribe and administer
the full spectrum of Ayurvedic therapeutics, e.g. Ayurvedic remedies,
nutrition and lifestyle advice, Ayurvedic hands-on treatments and
panchakarma.
• Ayurvedic Therapist
Ayurvedic Therapists are qualified to give Ayurvedic nutrition and
lifestyle advice and administer Ayurvedic hands-on treatments such
as massage, shiro dhara etc.
Ayurvedic therapists are not trained as practitioners and therefore are
not qualified to diagnose disease conditions or prescribe Ayurvedic
remedies.
All practitioners and therapists must have professional indemnity
insurance.
 Vaidya: Denotes that this person is a traditionally trained Ayurvedic Doctor
 BAMS:Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery - the Indian qualification for
an Ayurvedic Doctor
 DAMS: Doctor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery - the Sri Lankan
qualification for an Ayurvedic Doctor
 DR.: Qualified Medical Doctor, holding an MBBS.

8. 1. AYURVEDIC MEDICINE – Training
• There are currently no laws in place about the training and
qualifications an Ayurvedic Practitioner should have to practice in
the UK. While there are professional associations (APA, BAAAP)
practitioners can choose to register with, it is not a requirement.
• These associations have their own code of ethics and complaints
procedures. They also tend to have a set of requirements that
individuals need to meet in order to become a member.
• Many therapists go on to specialise in a specific Ayurvedic
treatment. For example, they may choose to specialise in
meditation and massage, but not in herbal medicines.
 APA - CPD, Level 5 Educational Standards (UK Quality Code for Higher
Education)
 BAAAP:
1. A Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery (BAMS) or a BA (Hons) in Ayurvedic
Studies or a BSc (Hons) in Ayurveda from a recognised Indian or Sri Lankan
University or a University outside India which has been professionally accredited.
2. 1000 hours of clinical Internship at a recognised Ayurvedic teaching hospital or
training clinic in India/ UK/Europe.
3. Maintenance of Continual Professional Development log.
4. For overseas practitioners intending to work in the UK, a valid UK work permit.
5. Current Professional Indemnity Insurance.
6. Evidence of fluency in English language.

9. 1. AYURVEDIC MEDICINE – The Code
• The Code includes: General Duties and Responsibilities of Ayurvedic Practitioners, Relationship with Patients( consent, ethical boundaries, confidentiality, good
communication, research, notifiable diseases), Relationship with colleagues and public, complaints and formal inquiries etc.
• The official documents can be accessed online:
APA: http://apa.uk.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Code-of-Ethics-and-Professional-Conduct-for-Practitioners.pdf
BAAAP: http://www.britayurpractitioners.com/download/d774c6dc-6856-11e6-a3a0-153011a6e257/
An Ayurvedic practitioner shall always
1. Show the utmost respect for human life and will use knowledge of Ayurveda to serve humanity
2. Make the health of the patient their first consideration
3. Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct
4. Be dedicated to providing competent health care services, with compassion and respect for human dignity
5. Show sensitivity and attention to patients’ needs and respect the rights of patients to be fully involved in decisions about their care
6. Act only in the patient’s interest and not permit motives of profit or self-interest to influence professional judgement
7. Respect and protect confidential information
8. Work with colleagues in ways that best serve the patient’s interests
9. Recognise the limits of professional competence and refer patients on to other professionals as appropriate
10.Strive to expose those practitioners deficient in character or competence, or who engage in fraud or deception

10. REIKI
"As running water smoothes the jagged edges of a
rock until it is small enough to roll away, Reiki flows
to the areas of need, soothing and supporting the
body's natural ability to heal itself”
Definition of Usui Shiki Ryoho - the Reiki System

11. 2. REIKI - Concept
• Reiki is a method of natural healing that focuses on the use of universal life force/energy to restore
health and well-being. Reiki energy is regarded as life energy at its most effective – with maximum
vibration. Reiki is one of the fastest-growing healing therapies currently being taught.
• According to Eastern traditions, all parts of us – body, mind, emotions, and spirit – need to be in
harmony in order to be truly healthy. The pressures of modern life can result in our personal energy
(qi) running low, which in turn can lead to suppressed immune system, leaving us vulnerable to
sickness and pain, and to emotional and health problems.
• A reiki practitioner is a conduit for the reiki
energy, reconnecting the recipient to the
universal life energy. The energy is
channelled through the therapist’s hands,
which are placed on the body or just over the
body, generally in positions corresponding to
the seven major chakras (or energy centres)
of the body.
• Some experienced reiki practitioners and
reiki masters use their intuition when it comes
to the pacing of hands, saying that they are
drawn to the areas that are in most need of
healing.
“Reiki” (ray-key) is Japanese for ‘universal life
energy, and is also a word used to describe a
system of natural healing, This tradition was
founded by Mikao Usui in the early 20th century
and evolved as a result of his research, experience
and dedication.

12. 2. REIKI – Origins and Development
• Reiki was rediscovered in the mid 1800’s by a Japanese born Buddhist monk, Dr. Mikao Usui. While teaching in a
college, Dr. Usui was asked by a student how Jesus facilitated the healing miracles that he performed. The
question had planted a seed and set Dr. Usui out on the path to answer ‘that question’. Dr. Usui was determined to
learn the secret healing so that he may help others and his journey took him to many countries.
• During his journey Dr Usui travelled to the holy mountains of Kori Yama where he fasted and meditated for 21 days
in order to attain a high altered state of consciousness which he believed would empower him with the healing
energy. On the morning of the 21st day, Dr. Usui was beginning to become frustrated with his situation. As he was
about to give up and leave, that a great spiritual energy came down into the top of his head and he became
enlightened. The energy also bought with it Reiki Ryoho, which is the ability to heal.
• Dr. Usui returned to his monastery but decided after a few days to go to a beggar city, in the slums of Kyoto, to
treat beggars and help them lead a better life. He spent 7 years in the slums, treating many illnesses. However, he
noticed that the same individuals were returning. When he asked one of them why they had not started a new life
he was told that it was much easier to go on begging than carry the responsibility of starting over.
• As a result, Dr. Usui learnt two very important elements: healing of the spirit and the responsibility of the healee in
the healing process. He had realised that while concentrating on healing the body, the spirit was remained
unhealed. He believed that reiki could only truly benefit those who could embrace a life of complete healing.
Therefore, he made a decision that those who wanted to receive reiki needed to be willing to make a mental
commitment to healing as well as a physical commitment. It is this premise, on which Dr Usui reiki principles are
based:
Dr. Mikao Usui
Just for today, I let go of worry
Just for today, I let go of anger
Just for today, I will express gratitude.
Just for today, I will do my work honestly.
Just for today, I will be kind to my neighbor and every living thing.

13. 2. REIKI – Therapy Objectives
• There are many variations of Reiki, but in essence Reiki treatments can help the body emotionally or spiritually. It
is a tradition that is open to any belief system.
• Reiki treatment is a process that anyone can enjoy in the normal course of their life. Reiki can be used alongside
other conventional or complementary treatment and often helps to provide emotional support during recovery.
• The practice is taught by Reiki masters / teachers who have trained in the tradition passed on in person from
master to student.
• The method of receiving Reiki is simple. The recipient remains clothed and lies on a couch or sits on a chair and
relaxes. The practitioner gently places their hands in a series of non-intrusive positions on or near the body. There
is no massage or manipulation. The whole person is treated rather than specific areas. Sessions can take 45
minutes to an hour-and-a-half, depending on the client’s needs.
• Reiki practitioners are not trained in diagnosis and will not predict any specific outcome from treatment. If people
are concerned about their symptoms they should see a doctor.
• Each person experiences Reiki differently depending on their individual needs at the time.
• Reiki works on the principle of knowing where universal energy needs to go, rather than on the practitioner’s
diagnosis. As such, reiki healing can be used effectively on household pets, animals, and even plants.
• Comforting when life is tough
• Supportive during pregnancy
• Reassuring for animals
• Helpful at the end of life
Contra-indications
There are no known contra-indications for Reiki. It is a non-intrusive treatment that can be delivered in a variety of
settings and requires no special equipment.

14. 2. REIKI – Regulations and Legal Obligations in UK
• Reiki in the UK comes under the Voluntary Self-Regulation (VSR) process. The body that represents
Reiki is The Reiki Council (formerly Reiki Regulatory Work Group).
• At the moment, the framework for VSR is the National Occupational Standards (NOS). The NOS
were developed to ensure Reiki practitioners and Reiki teachers work within clearly defined
professional standards. The NOS set the minimum standard required for professional Reiki practice.
This will have the dual effect of both protecting the public from poorly trained Reiki practitioners and
driving up the standard of Reiki offered professionally.
• The NOS are set out in the form of a series of competencies and the underpinning knowledge
associated with each competency. From these competencies and knowledge templates the
Educational Sub Group will develop the core curriculum and qualification and assessment structure
for Reiki.
• The Reiki Council has affiliated with The General Regulatory Council for Complementary Therapies
(GRCCT). This means the federal regulating body for Reiki is the GRCCT.
• Reiki practitioners and Reiki teachers can register for VSR by registering with the GRCCT. This is not
a legal requirement at present, but it is a good idea for all professional Reiki practitioners and Reiki
teachers to register. Once registered, there is a requirement to comply with the NOS.

15. 2. REIKI – Training
• To learn Reiki you need to find a suitable Reiki Master. A good way
to find the right one for you is to experience a Reiki Treatment from
them.
• Learning Reiki is a significant experience. Choosing a Reiki
master is not like choosing a product in a supermarket; it is more
like choosing a home, or even a family and a community.
• There are three levels of training in order to become a Reiki Master.
At each degree the trainee receives attunements (the process
whereby the ability to give Reiki treatments is transmitted via the
master teacher) from the Reiki energy. Once the first-degree level
has been passed the trainee is able to use Reiki to heal himself or
herself and others. Physical healing is the first rung on the reiki
ladder.
• At second-degree level, “the keys” or “symbols” to help heal on an
emotional and mental level are taught. Distance healing (sending
healing to those who are geographically distant from you) is also
taught.
• The third degree takes the trainee to master level, where the
practitioner is qualified not only to take responsibility for his or her
own healing, but also to help others deal with their soul issues. They
also learn how to pass attunements to teach, or “attune”, others to
Reiki.
THE CODE
This Code is intended for guidance and assistance to Professional Reiki Practitioners
and to protect the interests of the public. It describes the standards of conduct and
practice required of professional Reiki practitioners, hereafter referred to as
‘practitioners’.
KEY VALUES FOR PRACTICE
• Give Reiki to his or her clients with respect for their dignity, individual needs and
values without discrimination.
• Be without judgement concerning race, colour, creed, gender or sexual orientation.
• Provide comprehensive and easy-to-understand information to allow clients to make
informed choices.
• Respect the client’s right to choose his or her own forms and path of healing.
• Act honestly and maintain professional integrity.
• Practise only within the boundaries of the Reiki practitioner's
competence/qualifications.
• Acknowledge and respect all practitioners and disciplines.
• Work to foster and maintain the trust of clients and the general public.
• Keep all client information confidential unless required by law to do otherwise.
• Comply with the Continuing Professional Development requirements of the Reiki
Council/specific regulators
• Respond promptly and constructively to concerns, criticisms and complaints.
• Comply with relevant legislation.

16. MEDITATION
“We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what
we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a
shadow that never leaves.”
Gautama Buddha

17. 3. MEDITATION - Concept
• Meditation is an ancient practice that is believed to originate in India several thousand years BCE. Throughout early history, the practice was adopted by neighboring
countries quickly and formed a part of many religions throughout the world.
• The terminology used today to “meditate” was not introduced until the 12th century AD, coming from the Latin word meditatum.
• Meditation is a mind and body practice that has a long history of use for increasing calmness and physical relaxation, improving psychological balance, coping with
illness, and enhancing overall health and well-being. Mind and body practices focus on the interactions among the brain, mind, body, and behaviour.
• There are many types of meditation, but most have four elements in common: a quiet location with as few distractions as possible; a specific, comfortable posture
(sitting, lying down, walking, or in other positions); a focus of attention (a specially chosen word or set of words, an object, or the sensations of the breath); and an
open attitude.
• Mentally switching off from external distractions an individual is able to balance relaxation and alertness, and this in turn creates a letting go of bodily tension.
• As relaxation begins to deepen the mind will let go of distracting thoughts and images. As breathing becomes more focused calm thoughts will float through the mind
like clouds. Maintaining this passive attitude is a meditation technique that may require some form of mastering but will provide beneficial relaxation once it is fully
developed

18. 3. MEDITATION – Origins
• The first time the term “meditato” was used to refer to a step-by-step process goes back to the 12th century monk Guigo II. Truthfully, no one knows exactly when the
history of meditation started. Some data has shown that during prehistoric times older civilizations used repetitive and rhythmic chants during offerings for their gods.
Meditation in the East: Hinduism and Buddhism
• Some of the earliest references to meditation are found in the Hindu scriptures and it was
around the 6th to 5th centuries that we begin to see other forms of meditation developed in
Confucian, Taoist China, and Buddhist India.
• The initial development by Hindus was to understand and get closer to the true nature of
Brahman (“God”); the development by Siddhartha Guatama, “the Buddha”, began when he
reached enlightenment by meditating under the a Bodhi Tree around 500 BC.
• The major break between Hindu and Buddhist meditation occurred when Buddhist
followers no longer believed that meditation should be used to reach a closer
understanding with a higher being, which is what Hindu meditation was for, but as a means
of realizing one’s interrelatedness with all things.
• As Japanese Buddhism started to grow during the 8th century, the Japanese monk Dosho
was taught Zen during a visit to China and when he came back, he opened his
first meditation hall in Japan. He wrote the instructions for sitting meditation, “Zazen”, and
created a community of monks who primarily focused on that form of meditation.
• Christianity, Islam, and Judaism had their own forms of meditation. Jewish meditation
included meditative approaches to prayer and study, such as Kabbalsitic practices, Islamic
meditation included the repetition of God’s 99 names as well as breathing controls, and
Eastern Christian meditation included the repetition of certain physical postures and
repetition of prayers.
• Although meditation precedes all world religions, religions still have traditions of meditation.
But, to practice meditation is different from practicing religion.

19. 3. MEDITATION – Development
Meditation in the West: America’s Role
• Meditation gained popularity in the mid-20th century and it was in the 1960s and
1970s that professors and researchers began to to test the effects of meditation
and learn about its benefits.
• Dr. Herbert Benson is credited as being a pioneer in establishing the benefits
and effectiveness of meditation through his research at Harvard University in
the early 1970s. His publication of articles on the health benefits of
meditation led to a breakthrough, as his studies show that meditation
acts as an antidote to stress. His book “The Relaxation Response” topped
the best-seller lists in the mid-1970s and is still considered a popular
book to read today.
• The research on meditation led to an interest in creating meditation
techniques used by Western theories of counseling and therapy. Edmund
Jacobson, an American physician in internal medicine, psychiatrist, and
psychologist is credited with developing relaxation training, which aimed
to achieve mental and muscle relaxation to reduce stress.
• Relaxation techniques included hypnosis, biofeedback-induced
relaxation, and meditation and were used with systematic desensitization
and (now) with other clinical problems.
• Francine Shapiro, an American Psychologist, developed EMDR (Eye
Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) a psychotherapy that also
entailed meditation as an approach to behavioral therapy and individual
therapy.
• Research in meditation certainly continued to grow and is continuing to
be tested and used all over the world to increase wellbeing, relaxation,
and overall sense of mental health and stability.
• Today, there are many different types of meditation practiced, such as
mindful breathing, loving kindness meditation and so on, which have
been shown to have many cognitive benefits, such as a decrease in
depression levels, decentering and overall peace of mind.
STUDY
 In January 2011, the team of Sara Lazar, PhD of the MGH Psychiatric
Neuroimaging Research Program reached a new milestone. Previous
studies have already showed that experienced meditators have a thicker
cerebral cortex in areas associated with attention and emotional integration.
However, this research could not prove that the additional cerebral cortex
was produced by meditation. This time, the team demonstrated that
participating in an 8-week mindfulness meditation program changes the
brain.
 The experiment proved that meditation increases grey-matter density in the
hippocampus, known to be important for learning and memory and in
structures associated with self-awareness, compassion and introspection. At
the same time, they observed a decrease of grey-matter density in the
amygdala, responsible for stress. This confirms what monks have always
claimed: Meditation is a long-term cultivation of the mind. It doesn’t affect
meditators’ state of mind only when meditating but all the time.
Monk Matthieu
Ricard covered
in sensors

20. 2. MEDITATION – Therapy Objectives
• Meditation therapy has been used all over the world for many years and is
scientifically proven to have many health benefits. Meditation therapy can manage
pain and reduce stress and the great thing is that anyone can do it. Using
meditation therapy is such a natural and safe way to treat and heal your self. To
meditate, you need to change your brainwave state into theta, which is relaxing, or
alpha, which is resting. When you are able to make your brain rhythm slow down in
this way, your heart rate, metabolism and breathing rate slow down and your blood
pressure lowers. Natural painkillers called endorphins are released into your
system when your mind is calmed like this.
• There are many meditation techniques. Concentrative meditation is when you sit or
lie comfortably and focus on your breathing. To practice mindful meditation, you
relax comfortably and observe your surroundings without forming judgments or
thinking about anything. For transcendental meditation, you need to close your
eyes and try to empty your mind. This might need practice if you are not used to
doing it as you will find that thoughts rush in, but after a while, you should find that
you can clear your mind of thoughts and induce a comfortable and relaxed state.
• Meditation therapy is widely practiced and can relieve nervous system complaints
such as headaches, depression, stroke, epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. If you
suffer from digestive system concerns, meditation therapy could help you to treat
such ailments as irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers, Crohn's disease and nausea.
Rehabilitation from addictions such as drugs, smoking or alcoholism can be helped
by meditation, as can asthma, acne, AIDS and various sexual problems.
• Traditional Western health care views are changing, embracing
new ideas and accepting treatments such as meditation as
beneficial and healthy practices. Many health care professionals
promote the use of meditation as being helpful in treating a variety
of stress-related illnesses. Nowadays, many people do not realize
how much pressure they are under with their high stress careers
and fast-moving modern way of life. Meditation is a great way to
relax, eliminate phobias and irrational fears and encourage your
body to heal itself. You can meditate with or without gemstones.
Different gemstones work on different body parts or symptoms
and some people find it makes the meditation therapy experience
a stronger and better one. Incense or music can also be used if
you find they help but are not essential.
• Meditation has no negative effects

21. 2. MEDITATION – Regulations and Legal Obligations in UK
Meditation Practitioners are not statutorily regulated in the United Kingdom. There are
two Meditation Organisations recognised by CAM Professional Bodies (UK):
• London Buddhist Center
• Transcedental Meditation
• Transcendental Meditation was created by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
in the US in the 1960s. It is the most popular method of meditation
in West. Its practitioners are thought to be about 6 million people.
• Effortless, simple and profoundly effective, TM is a unique form of
meditation practised 20 minutes twice daily, sitting comfortably with
eyes closed. Anyone can practise Transcendental Meditation.
• The technique allows the activity of the mind to settle down in a
natural way until it is left quiet, yet wide awake. It allows stress and
tiredness to be dissolved naturally, resulting in greater energy, clarity
and enjoyment of life
• The London Buddhist Centre runs on generosity. All teachers and class teams offer
their time, skills and experience voluntarily.
• The fundamental aim of Buddhism is Enlightenment for the sake of all beings.
Traditionally Buddhists express this aspiration by ‘Going for Refuge’ to the Buddha,
his Dharma (teaching) and the Sangha (spiritual community) – or the Three Jewels,
as they are called.

22. 2. MEDITATION – Training
• Although meditation is widely practised, there are no governing organizations for this therapy. You are best advised to seek
personal recommendations for a teacher, because learning Meditation in a group can initially be preferable to self-help.
• However, once the technique is perfected, you can practise meditation on your own, wherever you find yourself. If you can’t
get a good recommendation, many community groups provide courses in Meditation, and there are a number of Buddhist and
TM organizations that offer classes.
 At Transcedental Meditation Center (London) the courses are taught by teachers who have been personally trained by
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. The teaching of Transcendental Meditation is administered by a national educational charity the
Maharishi Foundation established by Maharishi in 1960.
The code of practice
1. Work competently as a Meditation Practitioner to a professional standard.
2. Create and maintain a safe and healthy environment for students and self, at all times.
3. Not have criminal record.
4. Treat all people with equal respect and consideration at all times, without judgement or
discrimination.
5. Display or provide evidence of relevant qualifications and experience in teaching
meditation.
6. Display or provide evidence of appropriate professional liability insurance cover.
7. Personal and medical information of students must be kept locked, and remain strictly
confidential. No personal information is disclosed to any third party unless a student gives
consent to disclose specific information, or is a danger to themselves or others.

23. NEUROLINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING
(NLP)
“Wisdom comes from experience, but
experience is not enough. Experience
anticipated and experience revisited is
the true source of wisdom.”
John Grinder

24. 4. NLP – Concept, Origins and Development
• Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) was created by its co-founders, Richard Bandler and John Grinder, in the 1970s when they embarked on modelling technology
work to capture the patterns of genius in Fritz Perls (the developer of Gestalt therapy – 332), author and social worker Virginia Satir, and psychiatrist and
psychotherapist Milton Erickson. The therapy explores how we think (neuro), how we speak (linguistic), and how we act (programming) – and ultimately, how all three
interact to have a positive (or negative) effect on each of us.
• Richard Bandler enrolled as a young 20-year old psychology student in the University of
California, Santa Cruz in 1970. Frank Pucelik worked with Bandler and then they were
joined by John Grinder. Grinder, in his late twenties, was an associate professor of
linguistics at the university (reputedly the youngest in the states at the time).
• Soon they were applying Grinder's linguistic skills and Bandler's creative genius to 'model'
or thoroughly analyse the work and the success-rate of Virginia Satir (mother of Family
Therapy) and Fritz Perls (founder of Gestalt Therapy).
• They analysed writings and tape-recordings to discover what accounted for the successful
results achieved by Satir and Perls. Later, through a friend of Bandler's, they got to know
and became admirers of Gregory Bateson who, in turn, introduced them to the work of
Milton Erickson.
• As they began to come up with ideas, insights, and techniques they tried them out on
friends (including Robert Dilts, Judith DeLozier, Leslie Cameron, and David Gordon) who
soon joined them in developing and extending the work. The enthusiastic and highly
creative group grew and NLP developed.
• To many people it appeared that the excitement and creativity in NLP in the seventies
became overshadowed, from the early eighties, by more mundane ego-issues and
commercial considerations such as who was doing the 'right' kind of NLP, who owned it,
and so on.
• By then Grinder and Bandler had parted (not without some acrimony, it appears) and each
went on to develop his own ideas.
• And soon NLP was being marketed not as a route to discovery but as a way of having
power in your own life and over others - NLP was now a product being sold to people who
wanted quick results.
• From then on NLP stopped being an 'it' and became a movement.

25. 4. NLP – Therapy Objectives
Theory of Neuro-Linguistic Programming
Each person is created with an internal computer, the mind. Information is absorbed by the mind through our senses and is processed through different
mechanisms. People's expressions of emotions, behaviors, and responses are the direct result of their internal processing. These actions and responses
are then absorbed by their minds, reprocessed and expressed, repeatedly. The processing mechanism is subjective to one's own unique experiences and
external life events. NLP can be referred to as the operating manual for people's minds that can guide us through the necessary steps to reprogram our
processing mechanisms when they produce unwanted expressions.
• Therapy: NLP is successful in therapy – on its own and in
conjunction with hypnosis, which may enhance its
effectiveness.
• Education: Rather than assuming that the same learning
strategies are used by all, NLP focuses on an individual’s
personal strategies. Learners may have a preference for the
visual, auditory or kinaesthetic senses, and teaching can be
designed to appeal to these different styles.
• Business Management Training: often involves using NLP
strategies to improve rapport and communication skills. Sales
training makes use of the hypnotic language patterns in normal
conversation.
• Health: NLP is used in the NHS and in private medicine. It has
been successful with physical and psychological conditions.
• Law: Lawyers, like salesmen, use NLP to develop more
persuasive language patterns. In addition, well-developed
sensory acuity is an exceptionally useful tool for noticing the
responses of participants in trials, such as witnesses, judge
and jury.
Techniques used in Neuro-Linguistic
Programming:
 Mirroring
Refers to the copying of various
characteristics used by another (words,
tonality, behaviours, etc.) as a means of
enhancing rapport.
 Pacing
Refers to the gaining and maintenance of
rapport with another by matching their
language, beliefs, values, current
experience, etc.
 Leading
Refers to changing your own
characteristics after having obtained
rapport so that another follows and
adopts these characteristics. Being able
to lead is indicative of good rapport.

26. 4. NLP – Regulations and Legal Obligations in UK
• In the world of NLP training, there is no official government or legal affiliation or certification standard, no official course content, duration of training or levels of
competency (this applies within the UK and outside).
• There are a number of groups, organisations, associations, boards and bodies who have set up their own standard by creating certification / affiliation schemes in
order to reflect how they believe NLP should be taught and practiced. These organisations often differ in their opinion.
• Each organisation has a different judgment and none are mandatory to join or achieve training through. Many training providers choose not to affiliate themselves with
any certification or affiliation bodies.
• Certification and Affiliation has, for over 20 years, been debated within the field as to how it should be organised and structured, thus there are many varying models.
Confusion often arises from the public when trying to decide on which NLP training provider to train with or which training provider has the ‘right’ certification / affiliation
scheme and is recognised by which group. The simple answer is that there is currently no ‘right’ answer. Its all down to personal choice after consideration.
• NLP Practitioner - ANLP, AIP, COMENSA, ICR, CPD, ABNLP, INLPTA
• ANLP (UK) is an independent organisation, which is not affiliated with any specific training school, which offer a
universal Accreditation Scheme, which is open to all certified NLP Trainers. They will accredit various training
programs from 7 day NLP training up to 20+ days. Everyone receives the same level of accreditation.

27. 4. NLP – Training
• To apply to be an ANLP Accredited and Recognised Trainer,
applicants must submit their training manual, core syllabus
and promotional materials. Applicants will be required to
produce at least five testimonials from students trained at
least 6 months previously. Depending on the completeness of
this information, the Board may request a site visit to gather
further information.
• When an application is successful, the Trainer becomes an
ANLP Fully Accredited or Recognised Trainer.
• A trainer may, for any number of reasons, be awarded
Provisional Accreditation as a transient step. This will usually
be because the Trainer has wanted to gain Accreditation in
principle, based on their application, and before the
observation part of the process has taken place.
 Professional Guild Standard
Prerequisites NLP Training Organisation teaching 120 hours
contact time practitioner courses.
 Practitioner Standard: NLP Practitioner Trainings are a
minimum of 120 contact hours.
 NLP Trainers Training Standard:
NLP Training Organisation teaching 120 hours contact time
practitioner courses.
 NLP Practitioner Standards: AIP, ANLP, CDP, ABNLP, INLPTA
THE CODE FOR ANLP Trainers/Practitioners
1. Respect the dignity and worth of every human being, and their right to self-determination.
2. Strive to act with integrity, independence and impartiality, avoiding conflicts of interests and
acting in accordance with the presuppositions of NLP.
3. Represent themselves, their qualifications, experience and membership of professional bodies
honestly, and also (to the best of their knowledge) the skills, qualifications and experience of any
third party to whom they refer any of their clients.
4. Recognise their scope of practice and only practise NLP within the limits of their competency
and to their highest possible standards.
5. Strive to act within an ecological gframework to ensure the safety of their client at all times.
6. Represent NLP interventions as an option and at no time as a certain solution for any given
problem.
7. Act as ambassadors for NLP, so that it is presented as a professional and effective approach
which can help people and organisations; avoiding bringing NLP into disrepute.
8. Act as ambassadors for ANLP, to promote its purposes and activities to a wider audience;
avoiding bringing ANLP into disrepute.
9. Respect legitimate needs and requirements for confidentiality.
10. Respect the variety of different styles of NLP and complementary professions.
11. Promote fellow Members` interests and avoid soliciting other Members` clients away from
them.
12. Ensure that clients` expectations, and the basis on which they will be met, are understood by
both parties and that contractual arrangements are not changed without appropriate discussion.
13. Act within the law and not encourage, assist, or collude with others engaged in unlawful
conduct.
14. Declare to ANLP any criminal conviction (except motoring conviction resulting in points on
licence), and professional complaint against them or any other matter which may effect their
ANLP membership, good conduct or practice in any way.
15. Members (above Associate level) have an ongoing requirement to update their skills and
knowledge, through Mentorship and/or pursuing recognised CPD requirements.
ANLP recommends that no member works with people under the age of 18, or vulnerable adults,
unless they are specifically qualified to do so, and have appropriate clearance with national
vetting procedures in their country(ies) of practice.

28. References
 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3336651/pdf/ASL-1-1.pdf
 http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/bitstream/10603/29437/10/10_chapter%202.pdf
 http://apa.uk.com/
 http://internationalayurvedacongress.com/
 http://www.britayurpractitioners.com/Membership
 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1119419/
 http://www.therapy-directory.org.uk/articles/ayurvedic.html
 https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/417778/Small_Group_Meeting_minutes.pdf
 http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20130107105354/http://dh.gov.uk/en/index.htm
 http://www.dcscience.net/Report_on_Regulation_of_Herbal_Medicines_and_Practitioners.pdf
 http://www.livescience.com/42153-ayurveda.html
 http://apa.uk.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Code-of-Ethics-and-Professional-Conduct-for-Practitioners.pdf
 http://www.britayurpractitioners.com/download/d774c6dc-6856-11e6-a3a0-153011a6e257/
1. Ayurvedic Medicine:
2.Reiki:
 www.reikifed.co.uk/
 http://https://www.reikiassociation.net/
 http://www.reikifed.co.uk/images/downloads/cnh12-provide-reiki-to-clients-sfh.pdf
 http://thethirstysoul.com/reiki/history-of-reiki/
 https://iarp.org/iarp-code-ethics/
 http://www.reikifed.co.uk/about-us/key-documents/code-of-ethics
 https://www.reikiassociation.net/code-of-ethics.php
3.Meditation:
 https://www.project-meditation.org/mankinds-oldest-getaway/
 http://www.teaching-meditation.co.uk/AboutUs/CodeofEthics.aspx
 http://www.tm-london.org.uk/learn-tm.html
 https://www.lbc.org.uk/information/about-us.html
 https://www.buddhistdoor.net/features/science-and-meditation-new-developments-
in-buddhist-research
 https://www.project-meditation.org/meditation-techniques/
 https://nccih.nih.gov/health/meditation/overview.htm
4.NLP
 https://nlp-now.co.uk/
 https://www.slideshare.net/nlpsingapore/fathers-of-nlp
 http://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/types/neuro-linguistic-
programming#Theory of Neuro-Linguistic Programming
 http://nlpcentral.co.uk/
 https://anlp.org/member/dave-woolley
 http://www.nlpworld.co.uk/

29. Photo References
Ayurvedic Medicine:
• http://www.ashbrooketherapies.co.uk/holistic-therapy
• http://maxpixel.freegreatpicture.com/Snail-Shells-Nature-Shell-Snail-Spiral-1672235
• http://www.india.com/health/ayurveda-101-health-benefits-of-8-common-spices-and-herbs-1381251/
Reiki:
• http://www.alignedinside.com/Reiki-Packages_W2586.cfm
• https://desertstarhealing.files.wordpress.com/2013/01/chakra01.jpg
• http://usui-reiki.hu/en/about_reiki/tradition-of-reiki
Meditation:
• http://www.finerminds.com/meditation/beautiful-meditation-calm-mind
• http://www.theeventchronicle.com/category/media/meditation/
• http://www.huffingtonpost.com/marylou-stephens/i-stopped-meditating-heres-what-happened_b_5796030.html
• http://www.energy-healing-info.com/buddhism-lotus-flower-symbol.html
NLP:
• https://www.michaeljemery.com/history-nlp-theory-neuro-linguistic-programming-theory-nlp-techniques/

30. Miracles happen to those who believe!
Thank you!