The Way of Qigong: The Art and Science of Chinese Energy HealingQigong is an integrated mind-body healing method that has been practiced with remarkable results in China for thousands of years. The Chinese have long treasured qigong for its effectiveness both in healing and in preventing disease, and more recently they have used it in conjunction with modern medicine to cure cancer, immune system disorders, and other life-threatening conditions. Now in this fascinating, comprehensive volume, renowned qigong master and China scholar Kenneth S. Cohen explains how you too can integrate qigong into your life--and harness the healing power that will help your mind and body achieve the harmony of true health. |
Contents
The History of Qigong | 12 |
A Chinese Model of Body Energy | 30 |
Does It Really Work? The Experimental Evidence | 57 |
The Time and Place of Practice | 79 |
The Art of Relaxation | 97 |
Healthy Breathing | 111 |
Standing Like a Tree | 133 |
Qigong Meditation | 148 |
Chinese Therapeutic Touch | 242 |
The Complete Qigong Workout | 265 |
The Dao of Diet | 281 |
Have a Cup of Tea | 308 |
Signs of Mastery Signs of Stupidity | 333 |
Experimental Evidence | 352 |
Qigong Resources | 397 |
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Other editions - View all
The Way of Qigong: The Art and Science of Chinese Energy Healing Kenneth S. Cohen Limited preview - 2018 |
The Way of Qigong: The Art and Science of Chinese Energy Healing Kenneth S. Cohen No preview available - 1999 |
The Way of Qigong: The Art and Science of Chinese Energy Healing Ken Cohen No preview available - 1997 |
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