great deal of energy and exhausts Qi levels which decreases immune function and leaves the body open to opportunistic pathogens. Qi gong is a Chinese healing practice that integrates physical posture‚ breathing techniques‚ exercises (movements)‚ and the focusing of one’s attention. Qi gong means “life-force cultivation”. Qi gong is performed to promote healing‚ increase vitality‚ or to maintain health and stave off disease‚ and increase one’s sense of well-being. Qi gong consists of a series of specific
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1. What are some differences between Qi and Blood deficiencies? Blood and Qi are separate entity’s in the body with a very intament relationship hence the adage "Blood is the mother of Qi and Qi is the commander of Blood." Blood is a more solid‚ dense and fluid material and is considered the yin aspect of the relationship of the two compared to warm‚ subtle and mobile Qi aspect which is considered yang in nature. Blood carries nutritive substance to the organs ‚muscles and tissues of the body as
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YIN AND YANG YIN AND YANG I. THE YIN YANG THEORY Ancient Chinese people were greatly interested in the relationships and patterns that occurred in nature. Instead of studying isolated things‚ they viewed the world as a harmonious and holistic entity. In their eyes‚ no single being or form could exist unless it was seen in relation to its surrounding environment. By simplifying these relationships‚ they tried to explain complicated phenomena in the universe. 1. What is the Yin Yang Theory? Yin
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When choosing specific points for a patient it will depend on illness and qi or chi flow. The qi circulates through the 14 meridians and organs of the body to give the body nourishment. All channels of the meridians and organs are interconnected. Purnell 141. The qi flow is extremely important to the chinese. The chinese founded and developed acupressure about 5‚000 years ago. The key concept is the belief in chi. Chi or qi is considered the essential force of life; includes air‚ breath‚ or
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vastly different. Acupuncture was created by Taoists. Taoism is a philosophy that has influenced Chinese culture since the beginning of civilization. It has also influenced Chinese science and medicine. The Taoists were interested in finding chi(qi)‚ the energy source where all life comes from. Acupuncture is the medical system that was created for Chi. To maintain and restore health‚ the Chinese worked with the chi of the body. Their science was devoted to understanding how Chi worked
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f INTRODUCTION TO ARTS What is Feng Shui? simply means “wind” (Feng) and “water” (Shui) and together the words represent harmony and balance In Chinese culture‚ gentle wind and smooth water have always been associated with a good harvest and good health‚ while harsh winds and stagnant water have been linked to famine and disease. Therefore‚ "good" feng-shui has come to mean good livelihood and fortune‚ and "bad" feng-shui has come to mean hardship and bad luck. the
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Chinese system of geomancy believed to use the laws of both Heaven and Earth to help one improve life by receiving positive qi. Qi is an active principle forming part of any living thing. Qi is frequently translated as life energy‚ life force‚ or energy flow. Qi is the central underlying principle in traditional Chinese medicine and martial arts. The literal translation of "qi" is breath‚ air‚ or gas. The term fengshui 風水 literally translates as "wind-water" in English. Fengshui 風水 was widely used
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inserted into specific points on the body along the meridians in proper speed to achieve a specific therapeutic goal. Acupuncture originated in prehistoric China‚ and it is based on such theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine as treating blockages of Qi‚ yin-yang balancing‚ five elements theory and pulse diagnosis. The functional system of channels and organs uses concepts of yin-yang balancing. Nowadays‚ acupuncture has become commonly used in many Western countries as well. Around 200 B.C.‚ the
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What is Acupuncture – including history and systems (Meridian‚ Qi‚ Five Elements‚ Yin and Yang) Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese therapy‚ which has been around and been used for 5‚000 years. It is used as a treatment for pain relief‚ balance certain systems within the body‚ and treat paralysis among other abilities and properties top health. In China‚ most medical centres and hospitals offer acupuncture and is part of everyday health. In many cases‚ they would rather use acupuncture than ‘conventional
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from then? According to many ancient philosophies the living body (human or animal)‚ radiates warmth and energy. This energy is the life force itself‚ and assumes as many names as there are civilisations. The Taoists call life force energy Chi (Qi) and charted its movement through the body. Indian yoga adepts call it Prana and used it for
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