Anyone who has looked into the eyes of the dog knows that in there resides a soul, a being of warmth and intelligence. But, how do we effectively communicate, in both life and after death? Anthropologist, Dr. Marilyn Walker, speaks to this issue and the healing bond between companion animals and people. She says this: "Recent research in quantum physics, in the mind-body connection, and in psycho-immunology is showing that we have a brain in our head but also in our heart. This 'heart-brain' is surely how we communicate with our companion animals, and they with us." You can read more about this by clicking here.

Amelia Kinkade's April 2006 book, The Language of Miracles: A Celebrated Psychic Teaches You to Talk to Animals, is another great resource that author Susan Chernak McElroy says, 'takes on the fields of animal communication and quantum physics, merges them in a delightful and utterly provocative way—and makes it look easy.' And, our own personal hero, Dr. Allen Schoen says this about the book: "Amelia continues to revolutionalize the controversial arena of animal communication through her insights, wit, and wisdom. Integrating scientific and spiritual perspectives, she guides us through the development of our profound connections with our kindred spirits."

What Animals Can Teach Us About Spirituality: Inspiring Lessons from Wild and Tame Creatures  was written by Diana L. Guerrero in 2003. Do you want to deepen your spiritual connection? Do you want to strengthen your bond with animals? What Animals Can Teach Us about Spirituality will help you unlock the secrets of the animal kingdom, provide intriguing perspectives on the complex relationships between nature and humans, and lead you to a greater awareness of yourself and the world around you. Respected animal behaviorist and therapist Diana L. Guerrero demonstrates the ways in which animals can teach us about: Bringing Out the Best in Each Other Living in the Now, Moving Beyond Fear, Helping One Another Healing through Life Experiences, Living by Example, Embracing Change Positively Listening to the Unspoken, Unconditional Acceptance, and Making Time to Play. With practical and meaningful advice, Guerrero will help you understand why animals touch the soul, and explore your own answer to the question: "Do animals have souls?"

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