Publication
Imprint: New York : Ballantine Books, 1997. Edition: First paperback edition. Responsibility: Kenneth S. Cohen with a foreword by Larry Dossey, M.D. Physical: Text : 1 volume : xix, 427 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. Features: Includes appendix, glossary.
Call number
Move / Cohen
ISBN
9780345421098
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Description: Qigong 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. -- from back cover
Table of Contents: What is qigong --
Roots and branches : the history of qigong --
The three treasures : a Chinese model of body energy --
Qigong science : correlates of healing energy --
Does it really work : the experimental evidence --
The time and place of practice --
The posture of power --
Fang song gong : the art of relaxation --
Healthy breathing --
Standing like a tree --
Qigong meditation --
Active qigong --
An-mo gong : self-healing massage --
The energy of the emotions --
External qi healing : Chinese therapeutic touch --
The complete qigong workout --
Benefits and dangers of qigong --
The dao of diet --
Have a cup of tea! --
The art of clouds and rain --
Closing the circle : signs of mastery, signs of stupidity --
Appendix A: Dates of Chinese dynasties --
Appendix B: A technical note on the concept of "Dan Tian" --
Appendix C: Double-blind or double standard? --
Appendix D: Benefits of internal Qigong : experimental evidence --
Appendix E: Glossary of common Qigong terms.
Location: COLLECTION: Teachings & Practices -- AREA: Contemplative Practices -- SECTION: Martial Arts / Filing name: Cohen
Topics: In TinyCat -- See "Tags" above for our libraries topic areas. See "Subjects" below for LCSH (Library of Congress Subject Headings) (note you can tour our library via Tags or LCSH, but LCHS are not available for all items in our holdings).
FY2012 /
Table of Contents: What is qigong --
Roots and branches : the history of qigong --
The three treasures : a Chinese model of body energy --
Qigong science : correlates of healing energy --
Does it really work : the experimental evidence --
The time and place of practice --
The posture of power --
Fang song gong : the art of relaxation --
Healthy breathing --
Standing like a tree --
Qigong meditation --
Active qigong --
An-mo gong : self-healing massage --
The energy of the emotions --
External qi healing : Chinese therapeutic touch --
The complete qigong workout --
Benefits and dangers of qigong --
The dao of diet --
Have a cup of tea! --
The art of clouds and rain --
Closing the circle : signs of mastery, signs of stupidity --
Appendix A: Dates of Chinese dynasties --
Appendix B: A technical note on the concept of "Dan Tian" --
Appendix C: Double-blind or double standard? --
Appendix D: Benefits of internal Qigong : experimental evidence --
Appendix E: Glossary of common Qigong terms.
Location: COLLECTION: Teachings & Practices -- AREA: Contemplative Practices -- SECTION: Martial Arts / Filing name: Cohen
Topics: In TinyCat -- See "Tags" above for our libraries topic areas. See "Subjects" below for LCSH (Library of Congress Subject Headings) (note you can tour our library via Tags or LCSH, but LCHS are not available for all items in our holdings).
FY2012 /
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xix, 427 p.; 24 cm
Description
Qigong 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.
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English
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Cohen's book explains the origins and history of qigong, the basics and practice, qigong's healing capabilities, and suggestions for how to live a qigong lifestyle.