Raphael Cushnir is a leading voice in the world of emotional connection and present moment awareness. He has shared his unique approach to personal and professional development with millions of readers in O, The Oprah Magazine, Beliefnet, Spirituality and Health, Psychology Today, and The Huffington Post. He is the author of five books, including his latest The One Thing Holding You Back: Unleashing the Power of Emotional Connection, which offers a crystal-clear process for identifying and releasing the specific emotions that have been blocking your greatest success and well being. Raphael lectures worldwide, and is a faculty member of the Esalen Institute, the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, and the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies. In addition, he coaches individuals and teams at Fortune 100 companies, governments, religious organizations, and leading non-profits. Raphael's own heart was opened by an experience of profound grief.
