This book offers a fresh interpretation of Daoist philosophy, making its teachings accessible and relevant for readers of all ages. It explores how Daoist principles can be integrated into daily life, emphasizing harmony, balance, and mindfulness. Through engaging narratives and practical applications, it invites readers to reflect on their own experiences and find wisdom in the ancient teachings of the Dao.
Rooted in a rich tradition spanning five thousand years, Qigong Massage combines ancient healing practices with a well-established theoretical framework. This method emphasizes the integration of energy work and massage techniques to promote physical and emotional well-being, showcasing its enduring relevance in holistic health.
Chinese Classics, Translations, Commentary
Centuries of closely guarded wisdom are now accessible, offering readers the opportunity to benefit from historical insights and knowledge that were previously hidden. This book unveils transformative ideas and practices that can enhance personal growth and understanding, making it a unique resource for anyone seeking to enrich their life with time-tested principles.
Explore the rich heritage of Yang style Tai Chi Chuan, revealing secrets that have been meticulously preserved through generations of masters. This book delves into the techniques, philosophies, and historical context of Tai Chi, offering insights that enhance both practice and understanding of this ancient martial art. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the discipline's depth and the wisdom of its lineage.
Delve into the secrets of Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan with Dr. Yang's insightful translations, revealing previously guarded wisdom for the first time. This exploration offers a unique opportunity to understand the profound meanings behind traditional practices, allowing readers to enhance their Tai Chi experience and deepen their knowledge of this ancient art form.
Focusing on healing and flexibility, this book introduces qigong, an ancient Chinese practice that combines gentle movements with breath control. It aims to restore natural, pain-free motion and balance, making it an effective method for preventing and treating back pain. The meditative nature of qigong promotes overall well-being and physical health, offering readers a holistic approach to managing discomfort and enhancing mobility.
Martial artists that reach a certain level of proficiency with their barehanded fighting forms, may choose to expand their knowledge to include weapons techniques. Over the past 5,000 years, the Chinese have developed a vast array of weapons, built for a multitude of purposes. These weapons and their derivitaves are found in all martial art styles, including Kung Fu, karate, Taekwondo, and Indonesian styles. You may ask What weapon should I choose? What are their original or main purposes? What is the history of these weapons? What weapon is right for my body type or strength? Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Artists Guide is an easy reference guide designed to offer the answers. It is profusely illustrated, easy to navigate, and conveniently broken down into the four main classifications: Long Weapons, Short Weapons, Soft Weapons, and Projectile / Thrown Weapons. Contents include: Techniques and fighting strategy for many kinds of weapons The history and evolution of Chinese weapons Weapons classifications Over 130 illustrations Inside you will find ancient Chinese weapons of many types, from swords and spears, sharpened coins to flying claws! Even if you're not a martial artist, but have an interest in history and warfare, you'll find this guide an invaluable resource.
In the last seven centuries, many songs and poems have been composed about Taijiquan. These have played a major role in preserving the knowledge and wisdom of the masters, although in many cases, the identity of the authors and the dates of origin have been lost. As lifelong pursuit, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming has translated many of these documents and according to him, believes many are incomplete for reasons relating to: forgotten oral secrets, the original authors personal understanding being too narrowly focused, and many documents that have gone missing could help unify Taijiquan theory. In response, his book "Tàijíquán theory of Dr. Yáng, Jwìng-Mĭng " is an attempt to join the various theories on Taijiquan in one complete text. This book is structured with treaties, songs, and poems, followed by the original Chinese text and interpretations of the passages. Contents include: Regulating the body, breath, mind, Qi & spirit; Analysis of Jin, pushing hands and sparring; Taijiquan's long range and short range fighting strategies; The relationship of Jin and Qi; The unification of the internal Qi and external physical manifestations of Qi. This second edition includes updated pīnyīn that includes diacritical tonal marks (for proper pronunciation of Chinese words), and updated Chinese text character font (providing better readability).--Publisher
The Root of Chinese Qigong is a classic guide that delves into qigong principles and practices. This updated edition features improved readability and pronunciation aids. Dr. Yang clarifies ancient concepts for Western readers, covering meditation, qi massage, breathing techniques, and essential qigong theories to enhance practice and understanding.