Esalen, the X-Men and You
Keynote Lectures from the 2010 ITPI Conference

by Jeffrey J. Kripal with Michael Murphy

Superheroes aren’t born. They’re made. That’s the good news from Jeffrey J. Kripal, professor of religious studies at Rice University and author of Authors of the Impossible: The Paranormal and the Sacred from the University of Chicago Press. In these four keynote lectures recorded at our 2010 conference, Jeff explains how in every life, there are magical moments when the world resembles a movie or a novel, and if you can “wake up” to the story unfolding, you can control its direction — and achieve the impossible. To support his thesis, Jeff talks about authors, artists, and spiritual practitioners — including the late George Leonard of ITP — who seized creative control of their lives and works. Michael Murphy, co-founder of ITP and of the Esalen Institute, joins Jeff to discuss how each of us can recognize and embrace our own paranormal powers, just as the superheroes of popular culture embrace theirs. Listen and learn how to harness your powers to create a brighter, more fulfilling future. Boxed set of six CDs, 5.5 hours total.

Esalen, the X-Men and You – $45

Conversations with Michael Murphy

The next best thing to sitting down with Michael Murphy, these interviews cover achievements, insights and inspiration straight from the co-founder of Esalen Institute and ITP. Beginning with Murphy’s own philosophical development and Esalen’s beginning as “an educational center promoting human potential and values,” this series covers Esalen’s breakthroughs in Soviet-American relations; the stories and ideas behind Murphy’s four novels; his groundbreaking work chronicling supernormal experiences in sports and in everyday life; and the implications for a great leap forward in human development. Five CDs, 4.9 hours total. Available as a set and as individual CDs.

Listen to a clip from Disc One

Listen to a clip from Disc Five

Conversations with Michael Murphy
Five Disc Set – $60

Leonard Energy Training

Gentle Exercises for Transforming Body, Mind, and Spirit
By George Leonard and Joel Kirsch

The Leonard Energy Training (LET) Manual contains comprehensive instructions and illustrations of LET exercises and philosophy. Originally inspired by aikido, LET is a body-centered method which teaches practical ways of dealing with everyday life situations while enhancing the flow of vitality. Spiral-bound, 168 pages.

LET Manual - $49
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The Life We Are Given

By George Leonard and Michael Murphy

The Life We Are Given describes Integral Transformative Practice (ITP), a pioneering program for transforming body, mind, heart and spirit through balanced and comprehensive long-term practice. Developed by George Leonard and Michael Murphy, two of the founding figures in the human potential movement, ITP is designed to be integrated into busy lives already committed to family, work, recreation and community. Paperback, revised 2005 edition, 221 pages.

The Life We Are Given — $17.95

Inspiring Words
from The Life We Are Given

Read by the authors, George Leonard & Michael Murphy

This CD captures the essence of Integral Transformative Practice (ITP), as described in The Life We Are Given. Unlike the usual self-help manual, this book is beautifully written and conveys the authors' passion, wisdom and dedication in their own voices, inspiring you to participate joyfully in a proven program of body, mind, heart and soul transformation. CD, 75 minutes.

Inspiring Words from The Life We Are Given - $10.00

The Tao of Practice

Exercises and Imaging for the Body, Mind, Heart, and Soul
By George Leonard

The series of exercises on this DVD called a kata after the Japanese word for "form" is designed as a daily, 40-minute practice for people with busy lives.

Created by human potential pioneer George Leonard, it combines elements of Hatha yoga, the martial arts, modern exercise physiology, Progressive Relaxation, visualization research and meditation, with each element blending smoothly into the next. After presenting general guidelines, Leonard leads you through a full session of the ITP Kata. Click here to view an excerpt. DVD, 56 minutes.

The Tao of Practice — $19.95

The Silent Pulse

By George Leonard

This truly integral and highly transformative book reveals our kinship with the entire universe and all its wonders. To read it is to meet ordinary and extraordinary people who have uncovered remarkable human capabilities.

Creating a compelling synthesis of theoretical physics, brain research, evolutionary theory, social psychology and studies in consciousness, along with leading-edge findings about rhythms, light, perception and alternative realities, Leonard captures a poetic beauty within a true adventure story. Paperback, revised 2006 edition, 224 pages.

The Silent Pulse — $14.95 On Sale — $9.00

Mastery

By George Leonard

Drawing on Zen philosophy and his expertise in the martial art of aikido, George Leonard shows how the process of mastery can help us attain a higher level of excellence and a deeper sense of satisfaction and fulfillment in our daily lives. Whether you're seeking to improve your career or your intimate relationships, increase self-esteem or create harmony within yourself, this inspiring guide will help you master anything you choose and achieve success in all areas of your life. Paperback, 192 pages.

In Mastery, you'll discover:

• The 5 Essential Keys to Mastery
• Tools for Mastery
• How to Master Your Athletic Potential
• The 3 Personality Types That Are Obstacles to Mastery
• How to Avoid Pitfalls Along the Path ... and more

A Fortune Book Club Selection

Mastery — $14.00

Mastery

Read by the author, George Leonard

This audiotape includes the important keys to long-term success and fulfillment described in the book. The journey of mastery in any field isn't reserved for the super-talented. It's available to anyone who's willing to get on the path and stay on it--regardless of age, sex or previous experience. Audiotape, abridged, 90 minutes.

Mastery — $10.00

The 5 Keys to Mastery

By George Leonard

What makes a Grammy-winning musician, an Olympic athlete, a Nobel Prize-winner or a successful entrepreneur?

Best-selling author George Leonard (Mastery, The Ultimate Athlete, andEducation and Ecstasy) devoted a lifetime to uncovering the essential traits that allow the superstars of our culture to soar.

The 5 Keys to Mastery reveals the simple, essential elements that can transform any life into one of high achievement.

Leonard is joined by twelve of the most successful people of our time - including BB King, Carlos Santana, Linux inventor Linus Torvalds, and Nobel laureate Eric Kandel - who share their personal stories, practices and techniques for using the five keys. Practical, enlightening and inspiring, The 5 Keys to Mastery delivers the new millennium formula for lifelong success and personal fulfillment. DVD, 60 minutes.

The 5 Keys to Mastery — $19.95

2009 ITP International Conference Presentations

This 3-CD set features presentations from the 2009 ITP International Conference, The Intention of the Universe: Our Evolutionary Destiny. Michael Murphy, co-founder of Esalen Institute and ITP, presents his latest views regarding the philosophical underpinnings of ITP, his integral vision and new developments in the field of evolutionary theory in his lectures “Vision: The Philosophical Framework of Integral Transformative Practice” and “Practice: Basic Elements of ITP.”

Marilyn Schlitz, CEO of Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS), gives an energizing presentation about her new book, Living Deeply, as well as her work at IONS in her presentation “Paths to Transformation.” In “The Transformational Study: How Integral Transformative Practice is Related to Health and Well-Being,” Cassandra Vieten, Director of Research at IONS, gives an update on the pioneering transformation study between ITPI and IONS. The study documented statistically significant results showing a clear connection between the level of practice and one’s transformation. 3-CD set, 3 hours, 38 minutes.

2009 ITPI Conference Presentations Package - $35.00

ITP Tote Bag

Made from 100% organic cotton, the ITP Tote Bag features the ITPI logo and the theme of our annual conference “The Intention of the Universe – Our Evolutionary Destiny” on one side and original art by Richard Sigberman on the other. This handy bag is great for carrying books and supplies or serves as an excellent alternative to plastic shopping bags.

The bag measures 11'' wide by 14.4'' tall and expands to be 5'' deep. Made in the U.S.A.

ITP Tote Bag — $18