Bringing the Dao to life for readers of all generationsFables entertain us, enlighten us, and guide us. We recognize ourselves in the characters, be they emperors, village children, or singing frogs. They help us see our own weaknesses, our strengths, and the many possibilities. Their lessons transcend time and culture, touching what it really means to be alive.Whoever we are, wherever we’re going, these short tales help us along t...

A SIMPLE LYING DOWN ROUTINE FOR EVERYONEEach morning before getting out of bed, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming practices a series of movements he has combined based on decades of experience. In Meridian Qigong Exercises, Dr. Yang teaches you his special daily exercise routine.Follow along and learn how a unique combination of simple yoga stretches, qigong movements, and acupressure techniques can relieve energy stagnation and rejuvenate your entire body....

Push Hands is the “other” part of tai chi that makes your practice a true living artTai chi push hands practice is a necessary next step for tai chi practitioners who wish to make their art come alive. Push hands practice requires two people to engage in a variety of “light touch” moving and walking routines. By practicing these movements, practitioners begin to develop tai chi’s sensing, listening, and yielding skills. Combined, these skills are the first step for...

The Root of Chinese Qigong: Secrets for Health, Longevity, and Enlightenment is the absolutely best book for revealing the what, the why, and the how of qigong.When you know what qigong is, tht will help you make the right decision; "is qigong going to be a good choice for me?"When you know why qigong is so effective, that will help you set realistic goals for your use of qigong in your health or martial arts trai...

For over one thousand years, Bodhidharma's (Da Mo) timeless classics have been considered the key to enlightenment and long-lasting youth.Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, one of the world's leading authorities on Qigong, has translated and written commentaries to make these ancient and profound teachings accessible to everyone. Using ancient Buddhist and Taoist documents as its foundation, this book analyzes and discusses theory and training methods in a modern, scientific ma...

For over one thousand years, Bodhidharma's (Da Mo) timeless qigong classics have been considered the key to enlightenment and long-lasting youth.This third edition includesUpdated pinyin that includes diacritical tonal marks (for proper pronunciation of Chinese words).Updated Chinese text character font (providing better readability).Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, acclaimed for helping readers better understand qigong concepts, has tra...

Build a strong foundation for health, longevity, and spiritual enlightenment with the ancient art of Qìgōng Embryonic Breathing (Internal Elixir).Chinese Qìgōng can be categorized into External Elixir (Wai Dan) and Internal Elixir (Nei Dan). To reach the goals of longevity and spiritual enlightenment, the practitioner must learn Internal Elixir Qìgōng.The first step, and the focus of this book, is to understand the theory and the method of Embryonic Breathi...

Qìgōng Small Circulation meditation has been known for centuries to not only promote health and longevity but also to open a path toward spiritual enlightenment.Small Circulation meditation is the practice of circulating energy within the human body through the two main pathways, the Conception, and the Governing vessels. This practice is considered a foundation of Internal Elixir Qìgōng and was a fundamental step of meditation training in ancient times.Pra...

Long considered a classic text by teachers and students, The Root of Chinese Qigong offers the principles and theories of qigong practice.This third edition includesUpdated pinyin that includes diacritical tonal marks (for proper pronunciation of Chinese words).Updated Chinese text character font (providing better readability).Dr. Yang is acclaimed for helping readers understand qigong concepts deeper and more clearly...

Qigong Grand Circulation is a path toward spiritual enlightenment.Spiritual Enlightenment—A uniquely human endeavor; a universal and timeless quest to understand the mysteries of life. It perhaps began when humans looked at the stars and first felt the enchantment of awe.In our current times, our minds are overwhelmed in the constant pursuit and the lure of technological advancement.Our bodies are under constant attack by pseudo-foods, poisons...

Share the Secrets of Great Tai Chi!Over the course of several centuries the Ancient Masters practiced and pondered the mystery and purpose of Tai Chi Chuan, preserving their profound insights in songs and poems. Shrouded in secrecy, these songs and poems were closely guarded jewels and have only been revealed to the public this century.Now, you can reap the benefits of centuries of wisdom and practical experience to deepen and refine your Tai Chi Chuan. Discover ways to rea...

Since ancient times Tai Chi Chuan has been practiced as a holistic mind/body fitness system, bringing immense benefits for practitioners in health, longevity, relaxation, and concentration. Tai Chi Chuan was also practiced as an effective and deadly martial art.Because of this, the ancient masters rarely disclosed their secrets, guarding them as closely as they would military secrets. They preserved their profound insights in obscure songs, poems, and classics, revealing only to th...