BLACK ICE AND BANANA PEELS: Getting A Grip On Your Mind
by Mark Bender, Ph.D. 170 pgs. ISBN 0-9722995-6-4

Unlike most books in the popular psychology field, which tend to be focused on spirituality, story telling or a particular relationship/health problem, Black Ice & Banana Peels directly addresses a foundational aspect of healing—how our mind attempts to control whatever we do. The book addresses, in a clear and entertaining style, critical aspects of healing, prevention, stress reduction, self-help, and body/mind interaction. Use the tabs above to read the Table of Contents, Introduction, excerpts from three chapters and reviewer/reader comments.

Dr. Bender is a licensed psychologist with 25 years experience in the field as a therapist, teacher, healer and consultant. He has led or co-led workshops at Esalen Institute in Big Sur, CA, Hollyhock in British Columbia and in Germany, France and Poland.