A writes: “I’d love if you could include the Capacitar practice, or movement, on the Women of Grace New Age Blog Index as it’s not there yet. Here in Ireland I see it may be coming into vogue and again, it’s popping up in Catholic Church circles. It doesn’t take much research to see that it’s New Age as on the website www.capacitar.org in the About section it’s quite clear that it’s derived from Eastern sources. It’s sad to think that vulnerable people, victims of trauma in poor countries, are being subjected to this. Not just poor countries now either.”
Category Archives: Energy Medicine
Does Linen Have a Frequency?
RVS writes: “What should we believe regarding statements that linen is healthy. The site appears to be Judaeo-Christian. I’m considering buying the feminine products to reduce plastics in contact with my body but I am concerned about supporting a new agey type business when they speak of ‘frequency’.”
Power Balance Bands
MK writes: “I have been hearing a lot about power balance bracelets. One of my children has started wearing one. Can you tell me if there is any danger in this?”
Belly Button Healing? Seriously?
Yes, seriously. I was researching something else on the Science-based Medicine Blog when I came across an article they wrote about Belly Button Healing which is a kind of acupressure for the gut.
Are Chi Machines Associated with the Occult?
SW asks: “Are Chi Machines occultic?”
A New Woo for You: Life Alignment
Eilat Haimovich
New Age energy medicine comes in all shapes and sizes and has a remarkable capacity for reinventing itself. I never cease to be amazed . . .
Health Food Fanatic Charged with Starving Infant Son
A 33 year-old woman seeking to live on water and air alone has been charged with endangering a child after allegedly starving her 11 month-old son by feeding him only nuts and berries.
Is ETPS Therapy Legit?
LIB asks: “My doctor wants to use ‘ETPS’ to treat my chronic pain issues. Is this a legitimate therapy?”
Are Mood Rings Okay to Wear?
We recently had a question about mood rings and whether or not they are affiliated with the New Age and/or the occult.
Michael Phelps and Those Mysterious Round Blotches
It’s not just winning his 21st gold medal that has made Michael Phelps the talk of the sporting world these days; the real buzz is about those mysterious round splotches across his shoulders.
