SB writes: “I was wondering if Thai massage is new age…I had it a few weeks ago as I thought it would alleviate shoulder pain. . . My hunch is that it’s not new age as there is no energy attached to it.”
Category Archives: Energy Medicine
The New Age Wares of Carol Tuttle
We’ve had some questions about Carol Tuttle and her “Dress Your Truth” program that will be addressed in this blog.
Is Aroma Touch New Age?
CR asks: “Is aroma touch considered new age?”
Be Wary of the King Institute and TKM®!
CR writes: “I was at an introductory workshop (free) teaching a few TKM® procedures. It seems a little new age to me, but it is also based on research and espoused by a Christian institute. Do you know anything about it?”
From Death to Life: Testimony of Former New Ager
We received the following testimony from a Wacky Wednesday listener.
Can Catholics Use Reconnective Healing?
MN writes: “Is Dr. Eric Pearl’s Reconnective Healing appropriate for Catholics?”
Stay Away from Pranic Healing
SA writes: “Years ago, I was invited to join a seminar on Pranic Healing. It is a method of healing that uses energy(prana). Among the organizers of the said seminar was a religious nun, so I felt it was ok and somehow it is allowed in our Catholic faith. . . .”
Navigating the Quackery-Infested World of Massage Therapy
JA writes: “I’ve been thinking about becoming a licensed massage therapist. The only problem is that I know that part of the curriculum in many massage schools consists of learning about the new-age techniques and putting them into practice. . . .
Is Reiki Music Okay?
SM writes: “Many years ago before I knew what Reiki is about I bought a CD of “new age” relaxation music. I bought it on the strength of the sample one could listen to in the store, but the CD was marketed as being good for background music during Reiki massage. It was clearly created with the intention of being used during Reiki, given the packaging and liner notes. Do you recommend that I get rid of it?”
New Age “Mission Creep” – Why Untested Treatments are Infiltrating American Health Care
Susan left this comment on our blog: “I’ve been reading these posts for a while and I’m wondering how vulnerable, sick people who realize they need help are going to get the help they need when health care and self-help have become a minefield of New Age practices/products. . .
