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YAN XIN Hui Lin Ross Cohen Michael Cohen Bill Crampton Editors Amber Leaf Press Malvern. Pennsylvania .SECRETS AND BENEFITS OF INTERNAL QIGONG CULTIVATION LECTURES BY QIGONG MASTER DR.
Printed in the United States of America 1997 First Edition . physician. or other duly licensed health care provider who understands your needs and direction.PUBLISHED BY AMBER LEAF PRESS 2 Pennsylvania Avenue. Pennsylvania 19355 E-mail: alp@op. July. Malvern. 1994. Graphics The front cover photograph is Dr. Connecticut.W. Copyright © 1997 by IYXQA Library of Congress Card Number 97-71211 ISBN 0-9657135-8-X Copyright © 1997 by The Association (IYXQA) All Rights Reserved International Yan Xin Qigong The material presented in this book is for informational use only. Yan Xin teaching at the 10th Traditional Internal Qigong Training Workshop held in Hamden. nor intended as a replacement for the services of a qualified doctor. courtesy of Dr. Jun Wang and Dr. Jason Yang. It is not intended as a substitute for any treatment provided by your health care provider. It is not meant to be utilized for diagnosis or prescriptive purposes.net The Amber Leaf Press logo and book cover designed by Linda Wu of L.
Form and Spirit Chapter 6 Cultivation of Virtue Chapter 7 Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing Chapter 8 Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods Chapter 9 Three Practice Methods Chapter 10 Qigong Reactions Chapter 11 Seven Qigong Concepts Chapter 12 Personal Experiences Chapter 13 Future Direction Appendices Yan Xin Qigong Resources Announcement of the 1997 International Yan Xin Qigong Practice and Research Conference Index 179 182 vi vii 1 8 11 18 28 40 55 66 74 93 113 129 140 158 168 175 176 .Contents Acknowledgments Foreword Introduction About Dr. Yan Xin Chapter 1 History of Qigong Chapter 2 Benefits of Practicing Qigong Chapter 3 Scientific Nature of Qigong Chapter 4 Content of Qigong Cultivation Chapter 5 Coordinating Consciousness. Qi.
including. Mr. Mr. Ross Cohen. Karl Bois. Huixin Hu. Hui Lin was responsible for the overall translation of materials. Mr. Oliver Treyba. The refinement of English writing was conducted by Mr. Richard Magdaleno and Mr. Janice Cuddy. with the International Yan Xin Qigong Association (IYXQA). Dr. Dr. Dr. A number of people have contributed to the translation effort. Ms. Aalu Dvorson. Ms. Viktoria Dalko. Ms. Mr. Ping Chen. Wendy Hoisington. Dr. . Tongyi Li. Ross Cohen. and by arrangement. Jennifer Wallace. Mr. Colorado Yan Xin Qigong Chapter gave substantial help with the refinement of English writing. Michael Cohen and Mr. Longguang Gao. Tianshu Chu. Marcy Minikus. Hui Wang. Collins. Mr. Haibuo Wang. Ms. Mingyuan Tao. Dr. Viviane Ephriamson-Abt. Ms. In addition. Dr. Ms. David Lam. Eliot Sheiman also contributed to the effort. Adam Brodsky. Dr. Ms. Me. Mr. Jon Alexander. Dale Olin. Ms. George Gifesman. As well. Ms. Leonard Young. Ms. Special thanks to Dr. Ms. Ms. Ms. Michael Cohen and Dr. Charles Shang. Susan Horwitz. Ms. IYXQA owns the copyright of any and all speeches made by Dr. Shaoqiang Ma. Ms.Acknowledgments The publication of this book is made possible through permission. Bill Crampton. Dr. a great group of friends from the Ft. Jing Zhang. Korena Baylor. Chuanting You. Hui Lin. Carol Cittadino. Additional materials were provided by Dr. Yan Xin at IYXQA sponsored events. Ted Moorman and Mr. They include: Ms. Elvira Gellis. Mr. The original Chinese materials for this book were mainly provided by Dr. Ms. Mr. and Dr. Mr. Written permission from the IYXQA is required to publish the original Chinese version or translation of such speeches. Mr. Cecilia Wuller. Ling Mao. Mona Van Velson. Jun Wang of the Education and Training Department of IYXQA. Hui Lin were responsible for the overall proofreading and polishing. Mr. Tasha Hogan.
value systems are illuminated. only a select few were vaguely aware of the existence of Traditional Chinese Qigong. Dr. ethical issues discussed. Every time 1 hear him. The result is a unique document which reveals previously hidden information. Each has been a new revelation. you are holding perhaps the most remarkable volume you will ever read. Yan's lectures are the stuff of legends. Twenty years ago. For the first time. has graciously allowed us to present some of his lectures in English.your responsibility is to make use of it. Meditation techniques are demonstrated. I have been fortunate to attend more than a dozen of them. Five years ago. . Over sixty books have been written in Chinese about Dr. translated into English and finally edited into the chapters that follow. These lectures were taped. A team of translators and editors has spent hundreds of hours in an effort to retain every nuance of Dr. transcribed in Chinese. and much. or longer. Yan Xin. In these lectures. and some will seem mundane. It has been our privilege to make this information available . much more. the primary spoken language of Mainland China. Yan Xin and his qigong healing. These lectures were originally spoken extemporaneously in Mandarin. He sometimes speaks for eight hours. only a small number of scholars had unearthed this information from original Chinese texts. Ten years ago. I can guarantee that this book will fundamentally alter your current perception of the world. the foremost known master in Traditional Chinese Qigong.Foreword In your hands. I am inspired by his subtle wisdom. Yan Xin's original message. savvy Westerners could have only dreamed of a book like this in English. Some of the information contained in the manuscript will seem fantastic. everyone is an active participant in the transmission of high level information. Dr. Rest assured that the fantastic and mundane can quickly become each other. without apparent fatigue.
The woman began crying uncontrollably. During a newspaper interview in the early 1990's. Dr. As a result. By taking off his glasses. and will benefit greatly from doing so. and her crying was a qigong healing reaction. Yan Xin has powerful qi-emitting abilities.viii Foreword Dr. and group practitioners commonly report the beneficial effects that are described in Chapter two. but couldn't help crying. people who are directly exposed to his eyesight experience very strong reactions. Since he emits qi through his eyes. Ted Moorman President The International Yan Xin Qigong Association Editors' note: Dr. This moment in time is unique. Yan Xin took off his glasses and looked directly at a woman who was in the room. Dr. and when she finally stopped. I encourage you to take advantage of this historical opportunity. he wears plain glass spectacles so that he can regulate this effect. she explained that she didn't feel sad. Lecture attendees. Dr. Yan Xin emitted energy and treated her on the spot. Yan Xin's lectures generate a very strong qi field in the lecture space. . I have seen the air become so thick with qi that I was not able to see across a brightly lit room. My expectation is that by reading this book you will be participating in that qi field. Yan Xin wears plain glass spectacles as shown in the front cover photograph for a special purpose. It was later discovered that she had medical problems.
and 1 actually turned myself over! 'Do some push-ups. My whole body was very relaxed. I asked. A few minutes later. you're all right now. Just turn over as if you were not hurt. Dr. not at all. At the time it felt as though he was only wiping my back. I now felt a coolness seeping in. Yan Xin (pronounced "yan shin") at the Chongqing Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine. in the Chinese province of Sichuan (Szechuan).' With all my might I turned. I pushed my two hands down and got up! I did four or five push-ups in a row and perspired profusely. 'Can I?' 'What are you afraid of. Then twenty-two years old. 'Then you should get out of bed.Introduction On April 27. he was a metal arrangement worker at the Chongqing Special Steel Plant.' said Dr. 1984. Yan Xin returned. so I just turned my head and looked at him. tingling. suddenly there was a changed feeling in my wounded areas. a colleague from the steel works advised him to seek out Dr. Dr. Su Ping later recounted in interviews with Ao Dalun. Dr. After feeling hot. and bloated for a while. The man's name was Su Ping. a young man on a bicycle was hit by a truck. He moved both of his hands and then pounded and stroked my back. Yan Xin asked 'Feel any pain?' 'No." Su Ping continued. The doctor's prognosis stated: "Both arms will be permanently disabled. "About half an hour later Dr. Unexpectedly he said to me gently: 'Don't be afraid. Yan Xin left me for other patients.' I replied in a loud voice. a reporter from Chongqing Worker's Daily: "After examining my x-ray photos.' 1 . I thought I had misunderstood him." Learning this. Yan Xin. Yan Xin untied the bandages on my arms and helped me crawl onto the examination table. He asked me to turn over.' Hearing these words I got very excited. X-ray photos from the Southwest Hospital revealed comminuted fractures of both shoulder blades and a dislocation of the left shoulder. as though an electric fan was blowing on my back.
'Any pain?' 'No.. Ao Dalun also copied down the results of Su Ping's x-ray examination taken at the Southwest Hospital before he went back to work. reported by military medical officers Li Yanyu and Xu Weiman. all kinds of feelings welled up in my heart.' I simply had to do it." The reporter. 1985.' Thinking my hands would not be able to reach the wooden bar. At that moment. Yan Xin let me come down. feeling no pain. I remained in that position for over twenty minutes. During his final visit on February 2. I put a square stool under the door. He even asked me to join my two hands. I got out of bed and stood on the floor. and the fracture line has disappeared. 'You still want to use this? Jump on and hold on to the bar.' I was still hesitating.. leaving my entire body completely suspended in mid air. one from over the shoulder and the other from the back. like cross drawing a sword from my back. Dr. I can now easily pry up steel ingots of seven to eight hundred pounds or carry three to four hundred pounds of steel." The above is one of the many documented healing cases Dr. He took one step and suddenly raised my right hand. Yan Xin walked over and kicked it away with his right foot. then suddenly pointed his hand to a horizontal wooden bar above the door of the clinic and said to me: 'Hold on to it and pull your body up. This case vividly illustrates the efficacy of qigong healing. The examination." "After Dr. I jumped up. and the level of qigong accomplishment that humans are capable of reaching. read as follows: "The fracture of the right shoulder blade was treated. I got back my former job handling metals. and my hands grabbed the bar.. Ao Dalun saw that Su Ping was in excellent condition.2 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation Happily. Dr. . Yan Xin took a look at me. There is no sign of dislocation in the right shoulder blade and the bone density of joints in the left shoulder has no sign of obvious abnormal changes.. Yan Xin's treatment. paid three follow-up visits to Su Ping to observe the long-term curative effects... my two arms were fully recovered." "Finally. He then asked me to do some shadowboxing and arm twisting. Dr. Yan Xin affected through the use of his highly cultivated internal qigong (pronounced "chee gung") capabilities. To be prudent.' 'Then jump on. Ao Dalun. However.
The physical health benefits of qigong." Qigong originated in China. are an important and obvious aspect of qigong. "Health" magazine published an article entitled "My Quest for Qi" which examined the health benefits of qigong. A related term in English that approximates the rich connotations of the Chinese character qi is "bio-energy. represents a flowing energy material that exists in everything and permeates the universe. "Healing and the Mind.Introduction 3 One may wonder. qigong literally means: "the meditation practice of cultivating bioenergy. In other words. where it is now a household name. and how can it benefit my life? Qigong is generally associated with a broad range of mental and physical training exercises that are widely regarded as beneficial for disease elimination and prevention. achieved through self-practice as well as treatment from accomplished qigong masters. Qigong is also well appreciated in Japan and throughout Asia. "The Healing Revolution. As such. . qigong and qi are becoming standard English words. and an increasing number of people in North America now practice and benefit from qigong. as well as the power gained through cultivating energy. literally air." In September 1996. T h e Chinese Ministry of Health recognizes qigong as medically effective. as well as health maintenance and enhancement. how does qigong relate to me. people learn to interact with and utilize the universal energy that exists around and within them." The Chinese character "gong" represents the effort laced into qi practice. how was this phenomenon possible. The word "qigong" is created by combining two characters in Chinese. Qigong has rapidly spread to the rest of the world. "Life" magazine published an article on qigong. "qi" (pronounced "chee"). what are the secrets behind successful qigong healing." In March 1997. It is estimated that over one hundred million people worldwide practice qigong in one form or another. This methodology is called "gong. Yan Xin. Qigong was featured in Bill Moyers' 1994 TV series. The first character. Qigong and human body science programs have now been inserted into the curriculum of major universities in China. who is Dr." Through practice.
and incorporated over time through study of the text. there is more to qigong than merely the physical improvement of one's health. Yan Xin discusses qigong from a variety of different angles which include philosophy. or qi. However. Yan Xin on a wide range of topics related to qigong cultivation." is the first comprehensive book in English on Traditional Chinese Qigong . these speeches have been edited as conservatively as possible. Qigong healing is now an officially recognized medical treatment in China. This book begins by discussing the history. He also addresses the various aspects and levels that a qigong practitioner may encounter along their qigong journey. the breadth and depth of the speeches vary considerably. factual information and scientific data. Dr. Humans are constituent parts of the ever-changing universe. and qigong practice helps individuals to develop and enhance this connection. As one's practice develops. rather. nature and change. as well as individual and group practice. Since antiquity.4 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation The Chinese government promotes qigong practice and therapy as an effective means of improving public health. scientific knowledge. technical detail. Yan Xin. Thus.the root of all forms of modern qigong. metaphor. and through the application of qigong practice in daily life. and educational background differed greatly. The full understanding of these teachings may not be completely evident at first glance. helping a beginner become familiar . these teachings should be digested. The speeches in this book were given to audiences whose level of qigong experience. In order to protect the integrity of the thoughts of Dr. understood. benefits and scientific nature of qigong. Qigong is a training method which helps one strengthen and gain control over their own life-force. "Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation. Due to the complexity of the subject matter. those who practiced qigong have sought to understand the laws that regulate life. stories. This book contains English translations of speeches given by Dr. awareness increases and the meaning and relevance of these teachings becomes more deeply understood. It is an ancient system of knowledge and processes that originated in China more than seven thousand years ago. covered by government insurance.
and improved personal character. Traditional Chinese Qigong offers a meaningful path for human beings to follow. described at the beginning of this book. It is these high energy matters that are responsible for incredible qigong phenomena. the methods of Traditional Chinese Qigong had been transmitted in . The benefits received by these practitioners were comprehensive. modern science has verified the objective existence of qi and confirmed the beneficial physical effects of qigong. Many people are currently searching for a fundamental and long-lasting guide to their personal journey in this world. These forms have proven benefits in various aspects of human activity. promote healthy living. and energy and matter are interchangeable. including improved health. This book provides actual insights and philosophy on the larger scope of qigong. This book also presents a number of personal experiences from Western practitioners of Yan Xin Qigong. mysterious wonders.Introduction 5 with qigong. The simple. wisdom and compassion. Through practicing Traditional Chinese Qigong one develops a deeper understanding of virtue. is a good example of an incredible wonder produced by highlevel internal qigong. contribute to society and the planet. Yan Xin. In recent years. and incredible wonders. pure and genuine forms of qigong which developed in remote antiquity are called Traditional Chinese Qigong. Wisdom Enhancement Method. discover life's meaning. and Eyesight Preservation and Improvement Method. They are similar to the elementary particles in high-energy physics in that matter is represented by energy. These include the first step of the Child Longevity Nine Step Method. and a practical way to achieve that path. which include subtle wonders. and how it relates to one's life. increased vitality. These speeches also contain advanced principles and methods of qigong cultivation. Until recently. Three Yan Xin Qigong practice methods are presented as well. and accumulate even more virtue. The instantaneous healing of fractured bones by Dr. This makes it possible for individuals to become happier. enhanced mental capacity. Advanced level internal qigong cultivates successively finer matters that carry higher and higher energies.
and social conflict. These methods have passed the test of effectiveness over many thousands of years. a medical doctor and qigong master. passed down from master to highly select student. self and others. Because of its emphasis on virtue and harmony between human beings and the universe. through special means and training methods. individual and social stress. and increasing the awareness of the link between human beings and the natural world can offer new insights on the solutions to these problems. and self with the universe. Yan Xin. . Yet. Our society as a whole is searching for solutions to alleviate the tangled web of social problems we presently face. cultivate mental and physical energy. and are completely safe. These problems include persistent terminal diseases such as cancer. helps practitioners learn to harness "qi. Yan Xin Qigong is an advanced Chinese internal qigong technique that. These techniques enhance wisdom. AIDS. The training methods of Yan Xin Qigong precede all religions. increase happiness and improve work efficiency. Yan Xin Qigong seems to offer a realistic way to help us meet these challenges. and the conflict between human beings and Nature. This training helps people overcome challenges such as individual illness. and a healthy lifestyle." As it provides mental and physical training it helps one access latent potential. we are encountering an increasing number of problems that cannot be effectively dealt with by science and technology alone. strengthening. as well as serious human conflicts within and among different societies. good character. reduce stress. Enormous advances in science and technology have created a modern society that is rapidly evolving.6 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation secrecy. are suitable for people of all backgrounds. It is an advanced qigong method that also serves as a basis for further advanced internal qigong cultivation. has distilled the principles and methods from Traditional Chinese Qigong and adapted them for modern society. The most popular form of Yan Xin Qigong is the Child Longevity Nine Step Method. Dr. Perhaps reestablishing. serve no ideology. and chronic fatigue syndrome. Yan Xin Qigong practice promotes a way of knowing that strengthens and increases awareness of the connection between mind and body.
scientists trying to uncover various mysteries of life and nature. and leaders working to solve social problems. individuals seeking to enhance life's meaning. It offers much to those searching for better health. . thinkers attempting to discover our proper place in the universe.Introduction 7 People from all walks of life can benefit from this book.
he became a physician at the Chongqing Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chongqing. he worked and attended Mianyang and Jiangyou Medical Schools in order to study Western medicine. he carried more than five times the normal teaching load and consistently produced the highest-ranked classes of Chinese medicine graduates in the school. Most of these masters are still unknown to the general public. Fuyan is a small mountainous village of several hundred people in northwestern Sichuan. that he became known as "The Miracle Doctor" for his cures. Yan Xin has become a legend among Chinese qigong masters.About Dr. From 1974 to 1977. he received instruction in Traditional Chinese Qigong. His treatments were so highly effective. In 1982. Subsequently. Upon graduation. graduating in 1969. a region rich in Chinese culture. In this way his qigong training began. He was discovered at the age of four by a qigong master living nearby as a hermit. Yan Xin was born in 1950 in Fuyan village in the Chinese province of Sichuan. more and more people throughout 8 . As his reputation grew. and many other disciplines from nearly thirty of China's most talented qigong masters. Sichuan where he treated dozens of patients daily using qigong methods. Dr. Yan Xin For his extraordinary qigong abilities. Traditional Chinese Medicine. with immediate results. He returned to Mianyang Medical School to teach for the next five years. martial arts. profound knowledge of Chinese medicine and pioneering scientific studies. he went to Jiangyou Middle and High School. In 1961. he attended the Chengdu Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine and graduated first in his class. He is a widely recognized qigong doctor in China and was the first to introduce this tremendous human capability to rigorous modern scientific research. at the age of eleven. Using his qigong capabilities. Dr. still unknown to others at the time.
AIDS. Dr. The scope of these studies was broad. Yan Xin. and these results have drawn much attention from China's top scientists. in 1984. Yan Xin traveled to Beijing to facilitate the exploration of the fundamentals of qigong from a contemporary scientific perspective. astronomy. Dr.About Dr. There he collaborated with scientists from Beijing University. industrial production. Dr. biology. Qian Xueshen. along with his collaborators. Dr. agriculture. Yan Xin's help for their serious." In order to better share the benefits of qigong with others. and geology. proclaimed them to be "new scientific discoveries. Dr. including many fields of science and technology such as medicine. The seemingly miraculous healing results deeply touched a broad section of the society and made qigong a household name in China. Yan Xin 9 China sought Dr. As a result. The Chinese Academy of Sciences (Academia Sinica) and other institutions of higher learning and research. As a result of attending these lectures. formerly Goddard Professor of Rocket Science at California Institute of Technology. Yan Xin started a healing journey that led him from the country's south to north. and worthy of Nobel prizes. Their results have demonstrated that human potential is far greater than previously thought. Upon reviewing these results. In 1986. has achieved. The emitted external qi induces and excites the latent functions and energies to affect unimaginable changes in human bodies. health problems. chemistry. Yan Xin invented and gave qi-emitting lectures to very large audiences. and often difficult to treat. More than sixty papers have been published in professional scientific journals and conference proceedings pertaining to some of the scientific research results which Dr. physics. he emitted qi to audiences with profound effects. heart disease and traumatic . the Chairman of the Chinese National Association of Scientists. while discussing qigong theory and practice. He helped numerous people along the way and changed many lives from despair to happiness. Yan Xin's collaborative research studies transform the accepted view of the nature of the world. thousands of people have been cured of disease including major illnesses such as cancer. During such lectures. diabetes. the prelude to a scientific revolution. Tsinghua University.
Yan Xin have exposed him to tens of millions of people. as reported by the International Daily. 1990. and his scientific research. He never ceases to emphasize the importance of virtue. Initial results of his research indicate potential for AIDS and cancer treatment. where he has given qi-emitting lectures and conducted advanced qigong training workshops. Since then. In some instances these cures have taken place immediately. North America. and the value of love for others. In 1990. Bush at the White House and other locations several times. More than sixty books have been written about his qigong healing. Dr. As a result. . Yan Xin was invited to present his qigong research results to an international conference on qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine at the University of California at Berkeley. as well as discussed and conducted qigong research. the Traditional Chinese Qigong he represents. he has lectured throughout North America and Mexico. Yan Xin remains a modest and gentle person. Dozens of audio and video tapes have been made from his qigong lectures to help people understand and practice Yan Xin Qigong on their own. The lectures given by Dr. He encourages respect for the elderly and care for those in need.10 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation paraplegia. He has been received by former President and Mrs. In recognition of his contributions to the American people. He is tireless in his efforts to bring an understanding of the benefits of practicing qigong to the world. Dr. Yan Xin is widely known throughout Asia. he has received numerous awards. and Mexico. Dr. Yan Xin was described as "a contemporary sage" by President Bush during their meeting in San Franscico in September. Growing numbers of people have been attracted to his lectures. Dr.
qigong provided an important tool and resource for survival. equipped with advanced cognitive capacity. and philosophical. sophisticated techniques. 11 . These methods helped them adapt to nature. qigong provided an important tool and resource for survival. Remote Antiquity Qigong in remote antiquity is generally regarded to have been simple. empirical. Chinese qigong is characterized by its long history. Ancient qigong masters naturally discovered and summarized a series of simple internal qigong practice methods. and overcome various pains and diseases. reproduction. and progress. special effects. ideal values. reproduction. towering above other beings. and eventually follow the laws of nature. complex methods. It also allowed them to stand fast in the world as a human race. Widespread among ancient people. and the superior material facilities of modern times. understand nature. Chinese qigong has a pictorial history of over seven thousand years and a written history of thirty-five hundred to five thousand years. civilization. rich content.Chapter One History of Qigong Wide spread among ancient people. Even without modern medical science. and progress. civilization. and profound scientific significance. qigong enabled the ancients to survive the difficulties of natural disasters.
and natural. methodologies or techniques or the scientific mind with which to direct. early feudal qigong practitioners used analogies. or the limited understanding of their particular school. Instead of using scientific methods. personal indulgence and gratification.12 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation In remote antiquity. One example is Buddhist Earth Store qigong. This technique summarizes a series of qigong techniques which utilize making great vows as the principal method for entrance to. at that time. astronomic qigong. and apply qigong. Simple cultivation through relaxation and deep breathing led to a qigong state. study. geologic qigong. In addition to internal qigong methods. promote. or wealth and emotions. ancient human beings were not excessively influenced by desires for personal fame or gain. sectarian principles and methods according to their personal understanding. qigong. and to share others' difficulties and suffering. performance qigong. genuine. and universal salvation of all beings in all thoughts and behaviors. was simple. Another example is Buddhist Guanyin (Kuan Yin) Qigong which emphasizes self-discipline with compassion. metaphors. certain sectarian qigong principles and methods developed. such as martial arts qigong. other forms of qigong were also developed. approval or disapproval. and cultivation of. These methods of mind and character cultivation. in remote antiquity. Ancient people who demonstrated paranormal qigong abilities attracted numerous admirers and worshipers. hard (external) qigong. retro-cognition qigong. secular groups and schools gradually absorbed qigong. to help. However. Guanyin Qigong teaches that only by following these practices can one reach the spiritual realm of qigong. care for and be considerate of others. Feudal Era During the feudal era. medical qigong. predictive qigong. Qigong. certain religious groups. these people were not equipped with scientific theories. and others. Buddhist Guanyin Qigong practitioners strive to be kind to everyone and everything. of illuminating the . special function qigong. imagination and inference to deduce theories. As a result. cultural qigong.
we need to follow nature's rules. and our environment. scientific.The Union of Differences and . The Taoist masters taught that in order to truly enter the qigong realm of omnipotence. justice. We should follow nature's course. natural trends. and grand virtue. Merely considering oneself. To only be concerned with the effects and interests at hand are also considered small virtues. birds and beasts co-exist with human beings. Virtue establishes a close connection between ourselves and the external world. In the universe. Based on this understanding. are considered by the Guanyin school to be the fundamental methods for entrance and further progress in qigong. between heaven and earth. one should constantly accumulate small virtues. and actively make positive contributions to truth. moon. great virtue. speech and behavior according to the rules and essence of all things and events in the universe. flowers. Each of us should seek harmony with everyone and everything. All things. Prior to being able to act in resonance with nature. one should adapt one's own virtues to conform to natural. and other commonly recognized civil principles. however it describes certain concise and principal cultivation methods in Taoist Qigong. we actually have the capacity to act in resonance with nature as human beings.History of Qigong 13 mind and seeing the true nature of our character. intermediate virtue. we first need to understand nature. Taoist qigong holds that virtue has different levels such as small virtue. Another example is Taoist Qigong. Furthermore. following nature's laws. relatives and friends is small virtue. justice. The same is true of the "Can Tong Qi" (or Tshan Thung Chhi . stars. and universal laws. trees. We should guide our thoughts. and beneficial trends for the development of everything and every event. our civilization and the progress of mankind as a whole. at any time. truth. we should conduct and train ourselves through the cultivation of virtue. grass. great virtues and grand virtues. intermediate virtues. We should make positive contributions to our existence. Lao Tzu's "Tao Te Ching " (The Book of the Way and Its Virtue) consists of only five thousand Chinese characters. anywhere. Taoist Qigong recognizes that in the process of qigong cultivation. including the sun.
well jointed. equality. This is stated in Buddhist qigong as "forbidden to speak about. calm down. From different angles." It also contains objective and real qigong principles and methods." and "golden speech. both phenomenally and essentially. "Can Tong Qi" holds that." The three words "Guan Shi Yin" is a Buddhist qigong method. this book deeply probes the common nature. the known and unknown. involving the true mystery of humans and the myriad beings cannot be described by words. and observe the world from all . and the universe should be highly merged. These are like two pieces of a sophisticated and precise puzzle. to a great degree. both macroscopically and microscopically. well matched and connected." Taoist Qigong heavily emphasizes that one's outlook on life. both perceptually and rationally." or "no transmission outside individual teaching. in A. yet deep mystery. This book's in-depth investigation revealed that the real mystery about humans and the myriad beings cannot be described by words. and aspired for the universal salvation of all beings. Only after achieving this virtuous state can we discuss how to relax. "Guan Shi Yin" translates as "observing the sound of the world. a book written with clarity. the world. Without this merger we cannot be effective in our individual qigong practice." This saying contains an apparent contradiction.14 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation Sameness in the Universe . in the spheres of the sensible and non-sensible.by Wei Po-Yang." as well as "not to be written down. yet at the same time it contains the real mystery that is "forbidden to speak about. A common thread throughout many schools of qigong is the understanding that qigong principles and methods. resonant. qigong phenomena and effects. It tells us that before we can enter the true realm of qigong we must emulate the ancient qigong master Guanyin who possessed a virtuous mind and personality. 140). of the multitude of highly divergent beings in the universe. The ancients insightfully and precisely called this qigong principle and method "the union of differences and sameness in the universe. shared origins and destinies. who conducted herself out of compassion. and co-existent. the original fundamental mysteries about humans and the myriad things are well matched with each other.D.
and to influence the various qigong factors within people." Since the "true form of qigong methods is formless. . We miss the point if we simply focus on blind worship. But they still desired to learn from him.paying attention only to visible and superficial external effects while ignoring the true essence of these qigong methods. While observing the world with our eyes. There was no modern scientific terminology. While observing the world. principle. Realizing their confusion. we hear the sound of the heart of the world. mystical. such as the so-called "telepathic function. technique and effect. ever-changing. the great Tao is usually taught through speechless teaching. and thought-stimulating methods to promote and teach qigong. In fact. technology or methodology to explain the true mysteries of humans and the universe. and qigong abilities. in summarizing these qigong principles and methods. enigmas." to listen to and hear deeply and clearly the endless. We deviate from true Guanyin Qigong if we fail to make efforts to cultivate virtue. He went on to say that these methods were "not to be taught outside individual teaching. one sentence. Shakyamuni Buddha picked up a flower and showed it to the assembly of his disciples in the Mount Grdhrakuta. On the eve before his passing. hand posture and mantras . the so-called "wordless sutra of the truth. mysteriously wonderful notes of all beings.History of Qigong 15 dimensions. or even no words or sentences at all (this is what is meant by the saying "the Tao that is spoken is not the true Tao. one word. Shakyamuni Buddha explained that he had the "wonderful mind of nirvana" and the "true dharma eye" (see Five Openings in Chapter 11). ancient qigong masters. A good example is the Shakyamuni method in Buddhist Qigong." Their teachings usually consisted of a half word. consciousness. This is a qigong method." These ancients employed specific miraculous. True qigong masters taught qigong through the use of wishes. we should use our mind. theory. and so-called "hidden heavenly secrets. The disciples were silent because they were confused. mysterious.") Therefore. nomenclature. True qigong principles and methods were not taught using books or elaborate theories in the feudal era. hid the real secrets and mysteries of qigong.
and summarization of its principles and meridian theory. and doctrines of divinity and religious culture. many works. religious. Later." to descriptions of the principles. creation. martial arts. This tradition was continued for the next twentyeight generations. including acupuncture. science. material. and have devoted substantial human. cultural. closely examined the application and study of qigong theories and methods. As a result." After these words. and arts. however. in the feudal era. groups. and many disciplines including religions. still unable to understand. theories. and even theological colorings. the Buddha taught him the secret methods of internal cultivation. It was. disciplines. the disciples were silent and speechless. mystical. Qigong laid a foundation for Chinese medicine. and financial resources to various fields such as culture. served as the foundation and origin for the creation and development of religions and their concepts. In particular. Qigong has always influenced the development of Chinese medicine." a classic of Traditional Chinese Medicine.16 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation the qigong methods of subtle wonders should not be written down. Due to its inescapable feudal context. religion and Chinese medicine. Qigong was very influential in various cultures and religions. methods and effects of ancient internal qigong. As a result. This book devotes its first chapter. summarization and application of Chinese medicine. In the feudal era. colored with the feudal thoughts of its affiliated schools. Only the honorable Kashyapa understood the meaning and broke into a smile. discovery. and teaching methods. "On the Heavenly Saints from Antiquity. through the discovery. art. theories and methods of qigong carry visible medical. Shakyamuni Buddha told his disciple Kashyapa that he would give him a private transmission in another place. The Chinese people always maintained a strong thirst for knowledge. religion. qigong made substantial and concrete contributions towards the invention. internal cultivation. Chinese Qigong. in certain historical . and medicine. all disciplines. This form of transmission of Buddhist Internal Qigong was used because the true teaching of qigong methods comes directly from master to disciple. such as art. An example is the "Internal Scriptures of the Yellow Emperor. culture. establishment.
Qigong gradually emerged from a practice that was secretly transmitted into a practice found in the public domain. People would write words on a piece of paper and seal it in an envelope. T h e publication of the article was publicly supported by the provincial secretary Yang Chao. often secluded themselves in mountains or skillfully concealed themselves in Chinese society. . They would hold the envelope up to the boy's ears and he could tell them what was written on the paper. the Chinese State Council approved the establishment of the China Research Society on Qigong Science. Contemporary Era On October 31. application. the carriers of Traditional Chinese Qigong. high level qigong masters. Sichuan Daily published an article reporting that a boy named Tang Yu in Dazhu County of Sichuan province possessed a unique qigong function. But. and medicine. internal qigong was very popular within religions and received close attention from Chinese culture. arts. during the feudal era. This boy was capable of recognizing written words using his ears. From that momentous occasion arose an unprecedented upsurge of interest in human body and qigong science. and official recognition of qigong have been gradually normalized. The popularization. scientific research. for many reasons. It emerged from its superstitious or feudal covering and became accessible for scientific study. Research societies on qigong science were also established at the provincial level. The Chinese National Commission on Science also approved the establishment of the Chinese Research Society on Human Body Science.History of Qigong 17 periods. Millions of people have started practicing qigong and received a wide variety of benefits. 1979. development. In 1985.
1. children's extraordinary abilities may be activated. In the course of qigong development. Qigong is a scientific phenomenon. Benefits for Children Through qigong practice. Qigong can objectively exhibit extraordinary effects among people with different professions and people of different ages. Benefits may vary by age group. Many children possess these abilities. and since they are so simple and pure. but many questions arise regarding the benefits of qigong. preventing and curing diseases.Chapter Two Benefits of Practicing Qigong All kinds of people can gain beneficial effects through qigong practice. and it prevents the suppression of deep nerve cells in the brain. but common benefits for all age groups include promoting health. Benefits by Age Group People of all ages can benefit from qigong practice. Qigong practice is good for the development and healthy growth of children. and the enhancement of efficiency. many aspects of these abilities are easily activated. anyone who does their part will get their share. The following is a brief description of the kinds of benefits people of different ages and professions commonly obtain through practicing qigong. which occurs 18 .
Practicing qigong at a young age helps cultivate ideal character. They are less apt to follow a wrong path in life due to external influences. one becomes less prone to rash action. and . because qigong requires calmness and tranquillity. good manners and respect for the elderly. and have a good memory. thereby promoting social civility. Calming down makes it possible for one to be thoughtful. get angry. their families and society.Benefits of Practicing Qigong 19 when the cerebral cortex is highly stressed. As well. It is also the period during which the character of a child is formed. It is most effective to start qigong practice at an early age. and become impatient. qigong practice can promote the emergence of highly intelligent children. one's chances for success early in life increase. Benefits for Young People Qigong effectively ^nd ideally adjusts the physiological functions of adolescents and helps correct some abnormalities due to their immature physiology. and balance the lives of less stable and mature young people. Practicing qigong prepares them for success early in life. By practicing qigong. 2. Practicing qigong can quickly adjust one's physiological rhythm. As a result. and practicing qigong helps the body develop and mature. adolescence is a period of further body development. As a result. They are sensible. It is very important that good character traits are cultivated in children at a young age. Childhood is a period of physical development and knowledge accumulation. lose their temper. One can see that youth are in a golden period of learning. they are able to concentrate on studies and work. causing emotional stress and affecting their academic performance. and can thereby avoid burdening themselves. thereby avoiding rash actions. stress caused by irregular periods often causes high school and college women to work extra hard to keep up academically. Practicing qigong helps young adults calm down. Due to factors relating to their physiological development. Girls aged fourteen to eighteen often have irregular menstruation periods and other related symptoms. young people can easily become excited. Qigong balances the psychology of young people. Young people who cultivate their minds through qigong are less likely to make mistakes.
rest means sleep. they may be pursuing a career. 3. one should work for the benefit of all mankind. In addition. Parents are under tremendous pressure and can easily become worn out. This view helps one to appreciate things that are sometimes difficult to appreciate. After achieving a certain level of qigong. When someone criticizes you. qigong helps enhance one's work efficiency. intelligent. But sound sleep does not necessarily eliminate fatigue. From a qigong perspective. If one is calm. et cetera. one often finds that even the worst appearing situation has its benefits. you may realize that this person is giving you information which can help you to immediately correct mistakes. Quite naturally. they will feel more confident. but for your own benefit. Qigong helps people to step back and look at the overall picture. cultivating mind and body. For many adults. you will understand the criticism is not meant maliciously. When fatigue is eliminated. your character will be adjusted. If you are criticized by your teacher.practicing qigong is. the second benefit of qigong practice by adults is to help them eliminate fatigue. In addition. even during stressful times. the fetus (within the mother's body) will receive the influence of beneficial information. and goodnatured. and the newborn child will be healthy.20 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation less likely to break rules and laws. Sleeping is not the ideal method for eliminating fatigue . This is much better than letting problems accumulate until you are forced into a truly bad situation. Through cultivating the mind. After objectively analyzing any situation. Benefits for Adults The qigong practice of married adults often has the following effects. working hard for a promotion. young couples are extremely concerned about the health of their unborn. As was mentioned earlier. and obtaining a tranquil state. entering a qigong state can quickly eliminate fatigue. qigong practice helps one avoid big pitfalls in life. Thus. They may be taking care of their parents as well as their children. Qigong is an excellent form for pre-natal education. Qigong always emphasizes doing good deeds. Adults have many responsibilities. bright. If both the husband and wife practice qigong. .
let alone overcome him. but lose this good health upon becoming an adult. During most of the human life. He had four unique skills: standing on two fingers for two hours and standing on one finger for thirty minutes.Benefits of Practicing Qigong 21 work efficiency is naturally enhanced. as well as a highly intelligent mind. but changes like a water wave. one's health does not go uphill or downhill. Many people ignore their health up to this age. yet still maintained excellent health. sometimes going down. Practicing internal qigong is superior to sleeping. During the . and his martial art internal qigong abilities. easily jumping onto a six foot high stump. Adulthood is a critical period of one's life. These feats have never been surpassed by any known martial artist. Practicing qigong is an excellent form of rest. Benefits for Adults during Menopause Women aged forty-five to fifty-five and men aged fiftyfive to sixty-five are in a stage called menopause. 4. One of my first martial arts masters. During the twenty-five to thirty-five age period. and goes beyond mere rest. sleep. and as a result their life span is shortened. one's life-axis period has a wave-like style. The fact that he did not sleep for over sixty years demonstrates that one does not need much. Some people are very healthy during their youth. these years are called the life-axis period. and changes made during this time are the key to one's life span. Therefore. The age of thirty-five seems to be a critical turning point. sometimes going up. energies and capacities. and can reduce the amount of sleep they need to one to two hours per night. Master Haiden. If one practices qigong during this period. enabling one to access their untapped substances. and possessed such excellent martial arts skills that no known master in martial arts could match. had extensive knowledge about Buddhism. had not slept for over sixty years. Practicing qigong may mean that one no longer needs to sleep six to eight hours a night. if any. using one finger to instantly poke through a sand bag covered by a leather bag. and staying in a relatively stable and balanced state during this period is crucial to extending one's life. He wrote very beautiful poems. they will effectively and ideally prolong their life.
Many young people have changed their views . physical state. qigong can adjust the level of endocrine secretion. Qigong practice by a menopausal person can ideally balance and adjust their mental state. and even mental problems such as schizophrenia and mental breakdowns. Frequently one sees the breakdown of relationships during the menopausal period. elderly never make full use of this highly effective energy. if not most. improve the function of the endocrine system. irritable. Furthermore. Elderly people are actually able to reverse the aging process through the practice of internal qigong. memory loss. 5. In the past. young people vaguely knew of qigong as a form of martial art. various factors such as endocrine secretion dysfunction and hormonal imbalance can lead to menopausal syndrome. Practicing qigong during the menopausal period is the most effective method of controlling aging. Practicing qigong accesses stored nutrition which has been accumulating for decades. more and more qigong practitioners are middle-aged and young. yet in recent years. yet were not aware that qigong is far more intriguing than any martial art. harmonizing both your family atmosphere and your relationships with others. Recent estimates put the number of practitioners over one hundred million. automatically healing or preventing menopausal syndrome. mood and personality.22 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation menopausal period. This is critical. and offensive. and improve menopausal syndrome. and enables one to tap into this powerful energy. In the past. because many. This is a critical period for the human body to control its rate of aging. Many people develop menopausal syndrome and experience changes in diet. Many people in the menopausal period are very talkative. Often they are offensive to their family members as well as to all the people around them. Benefits for the Elderly For the elderly. Practicing qigong can quickly bring about a peaceful mood. as well as headaches. the majority of the practitioners were elderly. the greatest benefit available through qigong practice is the effective and direct extension of life. The number of qigong practitioners in the world is growing every year.
This physical change begins with a change in one's mental state. Teaching under a qigong state results in the greatest learning. These are powerful effects of qigong. when you give them knowledge in a qigong state the resulting level of comprehension increases tremendously. changing the thoughts of old age to the thoughts of youth. They spend countless hours tutoring them. one is able to change pessimism to optimism. Many grandparents are interested in teaching their grandchildren. When this thought process reverses. qigong practice helps one become younger. DNA contains the genetic code which influences children. Through qigong practice. and want them to attain great achievements. and many students have become qigong practitioners.many of whom want to learn. Through optimism. Specialists and the well educated are extremely eager to have their grandchildren achieve. One can practice qigong and enter the qigong state while teaching the young person. Qigong is also an excellent remedy for the pessimism of elderly people. elderly people may indirectly influence their grandchildren's DNA.Benefits of Practicing Qigong 23 toward qigong. one is able to recover one's youthful vigor. Many elderly experience that. Through a hereditary genetic relationship with their sons or daughters. thereby making them smarter. Qigong experiments have documented the alteration of human DNA through the influence of qigong. An appropriate method is through the use of qigong. Through . wisdom and dreams to their own children . Since a young person's subconsciousness is sensitive to qigong. A common desire of grandparents is to pass their work experience. Qigong practice is an excellent form of education for grandchildren. talents. place all of their hopes on them. and finally alters the physical body. so the question arises as how to achieve the best educational results. but teaching that comes from a professional level is very difficult for young children to comprehend. as they practice qigong. their school age grandchildren gradually improve their grades and behavior. Many elderly want their grandchildren to become educated. but don't have the time. progresses to the thought process. and diligently educate them everyday.
A writer who enters a qigong state will write excellent poems and create wonderful works. If you are a painter who practices qigong. and even become involved with a university. Many seniors are able to maintain a more positive frame of mind. sick or healthy. increasing harmony within the family. preventing and curing diseases. Any age group is good for practice. This is because there are qigong signals on the paintings. qigong can help a senior be more independent and reduce the burden on their family. Through qigong practice. Qigong practice helps seniors keep fit. one can easily obtain inspiration. Qigong gives seniors an opportunity to contribute with housework and increase workplace productivity. and . the paintings bear qigong signals which make them uncommon. In general. feel younger. harmonizing both the family atmosphere and relationships with others. and people in all professions. When one's qigong practice reaches a certain level. and decrease the burden on their family by being sick less frequently. As a result. with a greater ability to contribute to their life and family. they contribute more to society.24 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation qigong practice it is possible for the elderly to become much younger. your paintings will sell more easily. or at least increase their vigor. yet the earlier in life one begins. and the enhancement of efficiency. One may ask: What is the best age for practice? The answer is that people of all ages will benefit from qigong practice. Benefits for People with Different Professions Qigong practice is suitable for men and women. seniors can become healthier and more energetic. It enables a senior to take better care of themselves. and be involved with interesting activities. Benefits may vary by age group. When a painter reaches a certain level of qigong practice. young and old. People of all ages can benefit from qigong practice. while those from qigong practitioners are alive. Paintings from non-qigong practitioners are usually rigid. the better it will be in the long run. but common benefits for all age groups include promoting health. The benefits for people in a number of professions are discussed below.
A school teacher who wishes their students to improve their grades should practice qigong diligently. This is an example of learning one example and understanding three others. In this way. A policeman who practices qigong will find that their detective ability and judgment has improved.Benefits of Practicing Qigong 25 even develop extraordinary functions such as seeing objects at a long distance. some leaders have problems in their attitude towards people because they subconsciously look down on people. A journalist who practices qigong will have their sharpness and perception enhanced." When you attain the qigong mind set. they may fear you. you will be considerate of the people you lead in your words and action." You will realize that being a leader is the same as being an ordinary person. The qigong mind set holds that "it is hard to say which is high and which is low in all things. you will not take it too personally or make their life difficult. Your leadership art and skill will naturally be enhanced. it is easy to accomplish many things. If you do give someone a hard time. you will understand that the relationship between any two persons is equal in origin. By practicing qigong. It can help a teacher stress the points that are critical for overall comprehension. later on they will complain about you." Buddhist Qigong teaches that "all Buddhas are the same. Qigong practitioners are not classified as high or low. further on they will hate you. in the beginning. none is superior to another. and that everybody is entitled to the same dignity. Of course not all leaders are this way. comprehending by analogy. If someone criticizes you. If a leader is unpopular with people it is most likely due to their mind set. and finally they will take . Leaders can also benefit from qigong practice. Nowadays. Qigong strongly emphasizes equality and justice. you will automatically understand that "all Buddhas are the same. Naturally. and mastering one subject thereby mastering one hundred subjects. one will be capable of writing excellent articles. the students may quickly become able to take principles learned in one area and apply them to other areas. If you carry things out fairly and based on the equal treatment to everyone. Thus. Teaching in a qigong state can help a teacher explain complicated material in easily understood terms.
raising qigong levels. According to China Research Society on Qigong Science. Qigong practice may enable a geologist to see through the earth. it is very likely that they practice qigong or have unconsciously entered a qigong state. If technical workers practice qigong. Singers who practice qigong can increase their musical level. and avoid accidents. and in this way.26 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation revenge on you. you can balance your psychology and purify your mind. people with extraordinary functions are willing to conduct collaborative research with geologists who practice qigong. you will develop high level management skills and achieve success in your areas of responsibility. If you seriously practice qigong. When a dancer performs well. If you are a long term qigong practitioner. when you practice qigong. Qigong virtue is a special technique for achieving high-level qigong. In the short run you will become healthier. they can avoid the accident . they can talk for more than ten hours without drinking water. When qigong masters give lectures. Their voice is normal and does not become hoarse afterwards. The very beautiful dancing movements in the famous Dunhuang frescoes painted many hundreds of years ago in Northwestern China are qigong movements. they may be able to achieve remarkable success. enhance intelligence and wisdom. This is an explosive situation. When you achieve the qigong function of thought sensing. you will know what others are thinking. you will understand how to adjust relationships in your family and workplace. He pointed out four gold mines on a map and three of them have been verified. If performers and entertainers practice qigong. Since one who is experienced in qigong can predict an accident. conflict is intensified. and achieving extraordinary functions. Moreover. The singer then had an excellent performance. Then you will not have to worry whether you are an effective manager. A young man in Beijing can very accurately point out the location of a mine on a map. the accuracy of drilling sites chosen by those with extraordinary functions can reach seventy percent. they may make contributions to technical improvements. One qigong master gave a young singer an "eight trigram box" which the master treated with his qi. As a leader. Presently there are people who can see oil and coal underground.
Nothing happens accidentally. Because you have not recognized or understood the law. Accomplished qigong practitioners can predict. Because everything has a pattern. the law of universal gravitation was discovered based on the inspiration of a falling apple. anyone who does their part will get their share. thus herdsmen will obtain special benefits through qigong practice. Qigong can objectively exhibit extraordinary effects among people with different professions and people of different ages. It is known that qi-emitting can produce more wheat heads and bigger mushrooms. Research based on a hint from an accidental phenomenon often yields tremendous results. there are always foretelling signals prior to an occurrence. Professor Xie Huanzhang in Beijing Industrial Institute mutated a two-leafed plant to a three-leafed plant through a method of emitting qi to the seeds. Qigong practice also enables people to extract signals from animals. All kinds of people can gain beneficial effects through qigong practice. and are able to cultivate excellent seeds. and can avoid the accident. Before an accident. In fact. In qigong this is seen as similar to the adjustment of focus. . In the course of qigong development. a seemingly accidental phenomenon usually contains an inevitable law. forebode and pre-discover where the focus is. Accomplished qigong practitioners can find the focal point and adjust it. In this manner they can tell when and where problems will occur. Farmers who apply qigong in agriculture and other cultivation industries are very successful.Benefits of Practicing Qigong 27 or turn a potentially large accident into a small one. similar to a focus. there is a tendency. you regard the phenomenon as accidental. inventions and creations are usually started by accidental phenomena. Scientific achievements. Farmers who practice qigong can master the ideal growth period for grains and vegetables. For example.
is subject to the regulation and influence of human thoughts and is influenced or disturbed by the emotions of the participants of an experiment. are exploring this subject. preliminary results reveal that qi. and people from different religious communities have become interested in qigong. or has the characteristics of information. A number of experts and highly accomplished professors have recognized some of these scientific qigong experiments. measured and quantified by precise instruments.Chapter Three Scientific Nature of Qigong Due to the successful scientific qigong experiments in China. professionals. qi has the properties of energy. emitted by the human body to achieve certain effects. qi conveys comprehensive information content. intellectuals. professors from various fields. including some famous ones. Preliminary observations and reports on scientific qigong experiments suggest the following conclusions about qi. more and more educated individuals. and are supported by many professors: qi can be observed. as well as the experimental design and environment. A considerable number of scientists. How Does Qi Relate to Science. 28 . qi has the properties of matter. and What Do Leading Scientists Think about Qi? Several universities in China have been conducting research on the application of scientific methods in studying qigong.
the laser Raman spectrum of qi-treated water with altered molecular characteristics gradually reverted to a spectrum of the original molecular characteristics of water. I collaborated with professors at Tsinghua University on chemistry experiments. while leaving the color of the lower one-third unchanged." external qi turned the reddish-brown solution of n-hexane and bromine colorless within fifteen minutes. qi could change the color of the upper two-thirds of the solution in a test tube. These results indicate that qi possesses special attributes. qi is also bidirectional and self-controllable. We studied the bromination reaction of n-hexane as affected by long-distance qi emissions using a "double blind method. This reversibility differs from the ordinary decay of energy. following an instance of successfully altering the molecular characteristics of water using qi. However. This changes the normally dark reddish-brown mixed solution of n-hexane and bromine into a clear solution. By measuring the molecular characteristics of the solution. based on the results of limited experiments. For example. the professors realized that qi possesses the characteristic of reversibility. long distance. that is. they wanted to see the altered water be reverted to the pre-qi emission state. After this experiment. Moreover. For example. and the "double blind method. certain professors wondered if the results were erroneous. To determine whether the results were false and whether or not the molecular characteristics of water actually were modified. under conditions of darkness. Tracking observations and measurements were carried out on qi-treated water every half hour. Within several hours.Scientific Nature of Qigong 29 The above five points are summarized from the perspective of scientific research by a number of scientists based on newly discovered phenomena." Typically the bromination reaction only happens the instant a strong ultraviolet light is introduced. These attributes were confirmed by a number of scientists. In addition to the attributes mentioned above. Further experiments demonstrated that the qi of somatic qigong possesses multiple attributes. we found that the molecular structure and density of the solution were changed. and from the half- . to see the original molecular characteristics of water restored through the use of qi.
formerly Goddard Professor. but not limited to. subsequent experiments also found that the spectrum changes induced by qi can be permanent. then reversed (opposite effect). and within the Academia Sinica. the effects of qi were reduced. To summarize. Yang who later won a Nobel Price in physics (being a member of Academia Sinica is roughly equivalent to being a fellow of the U. reverted (no effect). C. At the same time. Beijing University. Some experiments involving chain reactions have also been successfully completed. including Professor Qian Xuesen. and information.S. based on a series of qigong experiments I have conducted over the last ten years in collaboration with many leading universities and scientific institutions in China (including. energy. qi can also display different attributes. distance-transcending. qi can be influenced.30 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation life of medicines or radioactive nuclei. Tsinghua University.N. National Academy of Sciences). Academia Sinica. member. disturbed. we have preliminarily discovered that the qi of qigong has properties of matter. California Institute of Technology. Professor Feng Xinfang. Moreover. microbiologist. an early academic advisor to Dr. self-controllable. Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Specifically. according to different purposes of the experiments. world renowned biophysics teacher.. the Institute of Electrical Engineering. the Institute of Biology. Experiments like these have enabled many professors to realize that qi has amazing characteristics and possesses multiple attributes. Zhongshan University. member. in other experiments. Ph. Incredibly. California Institute of Technology. Academia Sinica. and targeting. and the Institute of Microbiology). the effects of qi can be reverted according to the qi-emitter's wish. such as being bi-directional.D. the Institute of High Energy Physics. . Professor Bei Sizhang. reversible. an eminent expert on nuclear physics in China. or controlled by the thoughts of a qi-emitter or people nearby. The scientific papers on these qigong experiments have been rigorously reviewed by highly accomplished academics. However. Professor Zhao Zhongyao. This is quite incredible. former Chairman and current Honorary Chairman of Chinese National Association of Scientists. biophysics expert.
and people from different religious communities have become interested in qigong. and that Traditional Chinese Qigong is an ancient and modern scientific discipline waiting to be explored. After becoming aware of Chinese scientific qigong experiments and a number of preliminary research papers. he predicted that the integration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. professors from various fields. or reviewed the scientific papers on the qigong experiments I conducted in collaboration with a number of experts and professors from prestigious Chinese universities. Since I arrived in the United States. I have met many people. a fellow of the US National Academy of Engineering and Professor Carl Woese. he suggested that this event will revolutionize modern science as a whole. more and more educated individuals. After they became aware of. they all acknowledged that qigong is highly scientific in nature. Furthermore. the late General Zhang Zhenghuan (a retired general formerly in charge of military sciences and the first Chairman of Chinese Research Association for Qigong Science). including the top leader of Chinese qigong affairs for past ten years. including Professor Hsian-Min Wu. Academia Sinica. As a result. Academia Sinica. Professor Qian Xueshen has unequivocally advocated the creation of human body science. they have concluded that the qi of qigong is scientific in nature.Scientific Nature of Qigong 31 member. represented by Professor Qian Xueshen. At the same time. thermophysicist. special human body functions. and a unified theoretical and scientific work will result in a great leap forward in modern medicine. professionals. qigong. member. participated in. such as Tsinghua University and Beijing University. intellectuals. The reason for the enthusiastic upsurge in the popularity of Chinese qigong since 1985. A number of scientists. and Professor Hu Haichang. have continuously supported scientific research on qigong and consistently acknowledged the results set forth in various scientific qigong papers. and that a second cultural renaissance will arise and come to fruition in China. a fellow of the US National Academy of Sciences. has the properties of matter. . is in part due to the successful scientific qigong experiments in China.
I think that modern scientific methods do have limitations. For instance. As for monitoring and measuring qi. deeper and even more perplexing phenomena yet to be investigated. And the areas studied have only focused on ordinarily measurable phenomena. we can only partially explain some aspects of qi through experimental results. The alreadyperformed experiments cannot monitor or measure many of the intermediate processes. In fact. preliminary understanding of qi by many scientists is based on current scientific experiments. Presently. the essential qualities of qigong and qi are difficult to study in a detailed. demonstrating that completed qigong experiments are very narrow in scope. The focus of our discussion on measurable qigong phenomena is those that have been measured from alreadyconducted experiments. and quantitative manner. dwarf the results of current qigong experiments. as recorded in historical qigong records and displayed by modern qigong practitioners. there is still a lack of scientific means to investigate and determine how qi changes the molecular structures of substances and to determine the intermediate processes for the changes in the decay rate of a radioactive nucleus. there are possibly many more. the unobserved is much greater than the observed.32 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation Measurement of Qi through Scientific Methods As mentioned earlier. Currently. Strictly speaking. as far as the microscopic phenomena within the whole qigong-related macroscopic phenomena are concerned.many areas have not been studied. is very restricting. qualitative. the current scientific qigong experiments are very limited in scope . Certain qigong phenomena and functional potentials. including its theories. the whole modern scientific paradigm. qigong research should involve a much greater effort from the entire society. There is much qigong content currently beyond scientific measurement. technologies and precision instruments. Many characteristics of qi and qigong cannot be comprehensively expressed in terms of current experimental . In other words. However. However.
The major portion of the qi phenomena remains to be investigated. This concept is not merely my personal analysis.Gravitational. technologies. we can measure only a tiny fraction. self-resurrecting leap forward. At that time. qigong will actually promote the advancement of science through joint efforts by numerous qigong enthusiasts in the scientific community. In other words. excavate. Currently. Strong and Weak Interaction Forces From a qigong perspective. At the most. science also needs qigong's techniques. the energy of qi likely encompasses the four natural forces. Thoughts and imagery created during qigong practice should also be considered as essentially energetic in nature. Electromagnetic. . the energy of qi and qigong are related to these types of energy. it is also the analytical conclusion of some other professors and experts. and highly technical knowledge. qigong needs science to resurrect itself. principles. we will be able to discern ways to detect qi and clarify the essential qualities of qi in qigong . Presently. Just as some scientists believe modern-day qigong needs science to unearth. whether living or non-living. From another point of view. There is a need to further adapt contemporary sciences to this effect. qirelated research is still superficial and limited in scope.its mechanisms. or to make a great. due to the difficulty in monitoring and investigating qi phenomena. which are defined by the concepts of modern physics. possess qi. qi is interrelated with various sciences. Thus.Scientific Nature of Qigong 33 phenomena. and through the process of resurrection and renewal. However. achievements. the energy of qi probably extends beyond our current understanding of natural forces. science is familiar with three or four traditional forces. and elements to advance itself. qigong will enable science to make a great leap forward. and systematic paradigm. Qi and Four Fundamental Forces . Perhaps at some point in the future. Many things are formed under the influence or the transmuting processes of qi. and renew itself. or an extremely small portion of the qi phenomena. all things in the universe.
Physics teaches us that the speed of light is the fastest velocity at which one may transmit material. "qinggong" or the qigong potential of being weightless does exist. but how can this be measured? How can this phenomenon be captured? . but the intermediate process cannot be detected by any means. As another example. it is very possible. even though the bottle is completely sealed. The pills go through the bottle (analogous to conducted experiments in which a person passes through a solid wall). more than our current understanding about "energy" or "power. In this experiment. they are also associated with a different and more special energy. Has the gravitational force been suspended? The energetic nature of qi probably covers much more than the meaning of these three or four natural forces. Are there any material phenomena that can travel faster than the speed of light? From a qigong perspective. but we cannot determine the intermediate processes. How did the pills go through the bottle? Since these kind of phenomena exist. It is likely that the speed of thought is faster than the speed of light. without any possibility of tampering. This demonstrates the probable existence of another form of energy associated with qi that transcends the three or four fundamental forces. modern scientific means still cannot discover or practically measure such an energy form. medicine pills were shaken out of a sealed bottle by people using their qi. intact. Consider a simple experiment on qigong potential. however. the result and conclusion of the experiment is evidenced." This subject demands further investigation. or even multiple energies within the various phenomena (including unrecognized and unexplained phenomena) in the whole universe. people have observed that all things on earth are influenced by gravitational force. But what kind of energy can make such a speed possible? This is difficult to assess.34 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation The energetic aspects of qi not only deal with or encompass the three or four natural forces recognized by modern science. At the moment. There was no way to detect any trace of the phenomenon of energy change. and information. energy.
qigong characteristics and the three wonders of qigong. My personal opinion is as follows: Qigong science should take into account the entire systematic theories and scientific characteristics of modern science. as well as the study of applications and development. those who are engaging in scientific qigong research (including people with qigong training and those who engage in monitoring and measuring qigong effects from a purely scientific angle scientists. promoters. and the scientific phenomena will not be recognized. Consider some of my qigong experiments. In other words. and through the combined effort of scientific researchers. mysterious wonder. namely. Scientific Qigong Experiments to Benefit Humankind Scientific qigong research may require a combined effort from all of society. under the correct guidance of modern scientific theories. thereby bringing about an advancement in science. Many scientists may have recommendations for further study. For modern scientific qigong research to better serve the entire human society.Scientific Nature of Qigong 35 In conclusion. with sound experimental designs. And many of the measurable phenomena cannot be explained. However. many phenomena concerning qigong experiments still cannot be measured or monitored. qigong science also should strictly observe and take into account the qigong tradition. and incredible wonder. and others) should consider both the characteristics of modern science and qigong. Questions on the nature of qigong energy demand further investigation. Without a combined approach. it needs to stress the study of basic theories. commentators. including the whole methodology and model theories of modern science and the rigorous and precise design considerations such as "double blind methods" for scientific experiments. will probably achieve a breakthrough on fundamental qigong theories. Qigong experiments influencing the molecular properties of DNA and . Neither can be neglected nor ignored. Qigong. subtle wonder. the scientific research on qigong experiments probably will not occur at a deep level.
then it is possible to optimize the quality of certain species in the biological sphere. Even though the basic and systematic theories have not been established. Although there are partial explanations. The conference formally certified the results of the above-mentioned application experiment. these preliminary experimental results can be utilized to expand scientific research projects. However. On April 21. I collaborated with the Tsinghua University Qigong Science Research Group. to open up our minds as much as possible. and the Northern China Pharmaceutical Factory hosted a state-level certification conference in the Conference Hall of the Summer Palace in Beijing with over forty participating institutions. and successfully optimized many aspects of the properties of the bacteria.36 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation RNA. scientific applications have moved one step forward." This research applied the same methods and techniques of my experiments in collaboration with Tsinghua University and other institutions on influencing DNA and RNA molecular properties. these have not been integrated with systematic theories of modern science in designing new experiments. Tsinghua University. They used these methods to process and treat various strands of antibiotic bacteria. No basic theories have been systematically formed. and northern China (these companies being among the largest in Asia and in China) in conducting practical application research which has lead to improved production of antibiotics. and changing molecular structures have been successfully conducted in China. This industrial production experiment was entitled "The Application of Qigong Treatment for Industrial Production. Some scientists consider that if DNA and RNA molecular properties can be influenced. northeastern. and demonstrated that the application of qigong treatment for industrial . and to make a great leap forward in the field of applied qigong science. the Institute of Microbiology of Academia Sinica. After the DNA and RNA experiments. as well as some pharmaceutical companies in Beijing. discovered. Research papers on this experiment have been reported on various occasions. during my first visit to the United States. 1990. The final formal certification concluded it has been proven.
From a number of perspectives. and therefore was not sufficient to conclude that it was "completely harmless. others for only one or two years up to the certfication conference. people have been utilizing biotechnology to make biotic simulation instruments. During those few years. on the level of fundamental theories. After progress in this area." This statement was eventually dropped. excited. Due to objective and subjective reasons. there had been no harmful effects of any kind to humans or the environment attributed to the large-scale mass production by those pharmaceutical companies. one of the reports was to read "completely harmless to humans and the environment. Originally. make many scientists in the contemporary scientific community shocked. Although we had not found any harmful effects on humans or the environment. These activities are also a part of scientific research. . This conclusion was unanimously recognized in five ways: qigong methods can improve the properties of certain antibiotic bacteria. optimizing the selection process. experimental research on scientific qigong has not been able to formulate generally acceptable systematic theories. there may also be a breakthrough in applied experiments. it is apparent that scientific qigong experiments should emphasize research on basic theories and applications." 1 later suggested that such a conclusion was inappropriate because production using qi had only been analyzed over a period of at most three years. and qigong can increase production yields. the production period is shortened by using qigong. The preliminary qigong experiments conducted so far can. through the processes of mass production. Some pharmaceutical factories had been applying this method of production for over three years. from the beginning of the mass production until the period of the certification conference. qigong can save large amounts of raw materials. There still is the possibility of a breakthrough in fundamental theories. the efficacy of the medicines are improved when qigong is practiced. there is no way to guarantee a lack of harmful phenomena in the future.Scientific Nature of Qigong 37 production is a biological technology breakthrough. In applied sciences. thereby serving society and the entire human race better and faster.
Basic bigu means only taking water and juice. there should be a prerequisite condition: these scientists should have a certain level of understanding of qigong and cooperate with qigong practitioners. and the arts. juice and occasionally juicy fruits and vegetable soups). and closely integrate basic theories. Perhaps scientific research should explore the basic theories of the bigu state and further investigate its applications. (Bigu is a state in which a person maintains a normal life without taking any food. a seventeen year-old high school female student has been in bigu for over six years. qigong can also bring hope to people with medical problems. Non-standard bigu means taking water. particularly those with broad interests. based on an equal status and a foundation of equality. Only under these circumstances can we quickly bring about fruitful results. I use bigu as an example. those who wish to use qigong techniques to adjust their physical condition. perhaps then it is possible that human beings will make tremendous improvements in quality of life. At the same time. application science. as well as those who wish to use the qigong method to develop and promote disciplines such as culture. only drinking water. and application experiments. In Beijing. China. The Third Workshop had two classes with over three hundred persons combined. Both scientists and qigong practitioners should. San . If we have a scientific breakthrough. among which only a dozen or so people had eaten food (according to a survey). The Eighth Workshop had more than four hundred students. For the International Yan Xin Qigong Association. about ninety percent of them were in a bigu state.38 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation confident. explore. or bigu within a given period of time. I have given over twenty workshops. and hopeful. By emphasizing research on both basic theories and applications. Qigong research should rely on scientists. The current research on qigong phenomena is still difficult. Take for example the cellular experiment I have collaborated on with people at the University of California. we may be able to bring good fortune and happiness to many people. medicine. collectively design. Standard bigu means no or very little intake of water. This was ninety to ninety-five percent short-term bigu. However.
for a long time. Although people in this bigu experiment needed to drink a little juice due to blood testing and other interfering factors. The preliminary experimental conclusions showed that during the supervised period. That cells can live in an ordinary liquid. But the cells lived. cellular tissues can only survive among blood serum. there was no blood serum. According to some scientists' analytical opinions. Even if no basic theories are developed. Dr. Judging from these phenomena and preliminary research data. . The cells still survived for more than three months during which time the cellular experiment was being conducted. Supposedly. there is no environmental condition to provide the cells with oxygen and other nutrients. But.the amount of which is supposedly not sufficient to provide energy needed for the maintenance of life.Scientific Nature of Qigong 39 Diego. Without blood serum. Each of the two experiments lasted one month and were very successful. only ordinary liquid. the energy of the qi of qigong. even years. is somewhat similar to our friends in a bigu state who. have been drinking only water or occasionally a little juice . we will still make some progress on the applications of qigong. further scientific qigong research may help us discover the energy of qigong. the amount of juice converted to energy was far below the energy standard level predicted by the present medical establishment for maintaining a normal life. and the characteristics of this energy. this survival phenomenon was impossible. with twenty-four hour a day supervision. such as water. the average person in bigu drank merely a half quart of plain water each day. Raymond Lee of San Diego State University has collaborated with this Association on two very strict bigu experiments. in this experiment.
Qigong is an ideal technique for health maintenance. and improving work efficiency. developing wisdom. developing martial arts.Chapter Four Content of Qigong Cultivation Qigong is a comprehensive scholarship with which human beings can ideally understand themselves and the universe." Qi is the most basic component of all things in the universe commonly translated as bio-energy in English. qi. enhancing skills and performance. disease prevention as well as diagnosis of disease. prenatal education. qigong translates into "qi at work. cultivating special functions. qigong has a much broader and more complete definition. a general state of concurrent motion and stillness. effects. and practice methods that coordinate consciousness. and a high technology among modern 40 . physical wellness and fitness. self-healing. therapeutic treatment. principles and methods associated with this process. Qigong is a multi-subject discipline closely related to contemporary social sciences and natural science. a main content of parallel cultivation of character and life. qigong has the characteristic of simultaneous training of mind and body. form and spirit. Generally speaking. It is a polytechnic discipline. Qigong also encompasses certain phenomena. cultivating longevity. However. activating latent energies. Qigong is the process by which qi functions. Meaning of Qigong In a narrow sense.
ball games and track and field. At the same time. martial arts.Content of Qigong Cultivation 41 high technologies. Qigong differs from the above mentioned methods by simultaneously training both the mind and body. is not a simple performance style qigong such as hard qigong or weightless qigong. and well beyond merely cultivating special functions. qigong is a comprehensive scholarship with which human beings can ideally understand themselves and the universe. Qigong does not require great strength. sleeping well. or internal qigong. and maintaining a proper balance between work and leisure. studies by modern . gymnastics. as well as outlook on life. These methods differ from ordinary physical training. They also differ from psychotherapy and simple. Simultaneous Training of Mind and Body "Simultaneous training of mind and body" refers to the characteristics of qigong methods. but requires training as well .something which is not clearly understood by modern medical science or other modern sciences. practical health care methods which non-qigong practitioners use to maintain health and vitality. It is a scholarship in which epistemology and methodology. This is a more complete meaning of qigong." The "mind" mentioned here has a broad meaning. at the present time. Traditional Chinese Qigong goes well beyond health maintenance and healing. This "subconsciousness" is not the same as that in psychology. consisting of "training of the mind and consciousness. This is not pure self-cultivation. a special environment or special instruments. It is a very subtle training method. The above meaning implies that Traditional Chinese Qigong. such as eating well. and even all the bodily functional units related to the mental activities of thoughts and consciousness. It also includes the subconsciousness or cerebral cortex deep layer subconsciousness . It is the subconscious in a qigong state. This knowledge is not yet fully acknowledged by many scientific disciplines because. world and universe are highly merged.although in a very different manner than ordinary exercises. It includes cerebral consciousness.
Some qigong practitioners demonstrate a level of wisdom far beyond their acquired field of knowledge. I heard from officials at the China Research Society on Qigong Science that after training with a certain qigong method. According to some qigong practitioners. everyone has genetic codes which carry ancestral genetic elements or information from many generations. Sometimes these people are even faster than computers. that particular thing may be automatically accomplished. and especially the human subconscious. but does not solely belong to. The seventh consciousness in qigong is regarded by some as an "energy carrying consciousness. The subconsciousness in a qigong state. or the whole developmental process of the kinship clan. even if they had no previous knowledge of the subject. a number of people now have brains that are superior to a computer in terms of mathematics. raise student's grades and make one's intelligence much higher than ordinary people. Qigong training can greatly enhance one's wisdom. partially includes. the physiological subconsciousness. The eighth consciousness in qigong seems to be related to this perspective. These people can instantly tell you the results of complicated mathematical problems that usually need to be calculated through involution. Many speculate that these extraordinary functions result from qigong training which mobilizes and exploits a practitioner's genetic information. evolution or require the application of theorems and formulas of Higher Mathematics. . factors and elements from generation after generation of ancestors. the so called "sixth consciousness" in qigong.42 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation science on human beings. The seventh consciousness seems to be related to high energy mental activity or consciousness of special functions. Some practitioners suddenly exhibit special functions such as "wisdom eyes" (see Five Openings in Chapter 11) in which they can interpret the meaning of an entire text by merely glancing at it. When utilizing the seventh consciousness. How can this happen? It's hard to say." and may be induced or trained through qigong methods. if we think about a certain thing. in a qigong state are not yet adequate.
It is an ingenious training which mainly takes place through the training of mind (during the training of the sixth. among them are those who are working on computers. Through certain special inducing and stimulating methods. sleeping or walking. resting. intelligence and wisdom. This is the crucial difference between qigong and other forms of exercises. ball games or resting. In martial arts training. After training one's mind up to and including the eighth consciousness through certain methods." there is also the "training of body. If these facts are real and possible. et cetera. seventh and eighth consciousness (these are qigong terms and must be understood from the perspective of qigong rather than physiology) are very important in qigong. seventh and eighth consciousness)." Training of the body by qigong is different from ordinary physical exercise. swimming. and there are countless people in the present generation. People who have the same last name usually share a common ancestor from generations back. It's very likely that a lot of people in many different fields come from the same kinship clan. These labels of consciousness are about the "training of mind. the "iron sand palm" skill (in which the skin and flesh can tolerate beatings) begins by . The training of the sixth. Examples are walking. all of the experience and lessons." In addition to the "training of mind.Content of Qigong Cultivation 43 Some qigong practitioners speculate that qigong training may incite genetic factors accumulated through the entire developmental process of the kinship clan through the genetic codes. accumulated knowledge and information from one's kinship clan may be incited to produce certain effects and benefits. including qigong training methods. then qigong training is likely an effective method of achieving this. the genetic codes. Some people show extraordinary wisdom after training with certain excitation methods. Non-qigong training is mentally passive. An ancestor could have branched off into dozens of offspring. through making movements which are under the control of the cerebral cortex. elements or factors become sensitive and can transfer information from those who are working in computer science. yet during this process the human body is trained spontaneously. software design and electronic computer operation.
Thus. one in which many physical functions can be adjusted. How ideal is this physical state? It is ideal because it can lower energy consumption and the entire basic metabolic level. Training the body through qigong can lower ." In such a state. In the very beginning. Using this technique.one should practice consciously. If a car continuously runs for four months. the vital qi in the human body spontaneously runs at a very high speed. If a person is always in a state of tiredness. Qigong is different from non-qigong exercises in that all other methods require you to be fully conscious. then river sands. or husked rice. During the movement of qi. Thus the cerebral cortex is always in a stressful state. In comparison. self adjusts and improves the physiological functions of the body. blood consumption and calorie burning. While in a deeply relaxed and quiescent state. and finally iron sand. The human body is just like a running car. an early representative of Taoist Qigong.very fine and tiny. many bodily functions are adjusted and improved.44 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation sticking the hands into soy beans and corn beads. described as "fuzzy and distant or distant and fuzzy. then moves on to green and red beans. then vegetable seeds . it will last longer. thereby spontaneously correcting certain causes of a disease state. this technique requires some suggestion and induction ." This is different from physical exercises. they will break down quickly. But success may come unconsciously. and the entire body is in a high energy consumption state. the genuine qi runs inside the body. If a driver knows how to properly maintain the car. This is a passive. but should enter the state Lao Tzu. qigong training is very special. while qigong emphasizes "unconsciousness. So qigong is described by the phrase "practice consciously and succeed unconsciously." One should not be fully unconscious. the human being is in a state which is highly energy conserving. like a machine constantly running without maintenance. a human being can stay in very good or ideal physical state. et cetera. it is hard to know how long it will last. Even during sleep it dreams. The acquisition of other types of martial art skills goes through a similar route. dumb and tedious method. This is a method of mastering "iron sand palm" capability through repeatedly inserting the hand into materials. including oxygen consumption.
This is a theory of "evolve by using. Much of the energy inside a human body is hard to quickly access. Other exercise methods seem to suggest that the body is like a machine and will rust if not in use. This is like our salaries. do not smoke. However a person trained in internal qigong functions differently. quantitative changes turn into qualitative changes. thereby allowing the internal organs to be adjusted." a theory which sounds right and has its superficial macroscopic effects. and then up to one hundred degrees Celsius. As a result the body can be used for a longer period of time. The energy stored after qigong practice can be used to produce work. drink or eat lavish meals. You can do long-distance running with all your might. A monthly salary of three thousand dollars is less than thirty-five hundred dollars. The training of the body through qigong has the effect of lowering energy consumption. This effect is beyond the reach of other non-qigong training methods. drinks and eats lavish meals. the body undergoes qualitative changes and certain . degenerate by not using. thus people call it potential energy. Sometimes qigong practitioners run as fast as one hears described in a fairy tale. It is partly true that your strength increases with training. energy storage will automatically increase. even much faster than top athletes who have been vigorously training in long distance running. it is almost impossible to increase your speed. Bodily functions seem to be economized with resting periods. but it is not completely true. If the body consumes less energy. you may save more than a person who makes thirty-five hundred dollars a month. When energy is accumulated up to a certain point. energy storage is increased. but when you reach a certain speed limit.Content of Qigong Cultivation 45 the basic metabolism and energy consumption.when the temperature rises from eighty to ninety. When human energy accumulates to a certain level. rehabilitated and improved. The conclusion is that we should keep the body running without stopping. But if you reduce your expenses. they can still run very fast. This is similar to heating water . Although a qigong practitioner might not train by long distance running at top speed. By decreasing energy consumption. but smokes. (People in the qigong community never doubt this effect). water starts to boil and turn into vapor.
That is. qigong can incite unaccessed potential energy that has been stored inside the body to produce work. This kind of elevation may appropriately be called the process of excitation of human body potential energy. One person is up in heaven. incite potential energy and enhance functions (including wisdom). one understands that qigong is the simultaneous training of mind and body. In this process one develops human body functions." the body undergoes self-training. practice and practice. Certainly people exhibit other. Some people think one of the mysteries of qigong is its ability to excite the potential energy of the human body. you may even be better at martial arts than a martial artist. According to some qigong literature. All this is work done by the body. How does qigong accomplish this? By lowering energy consumption and increasing energy storage.46 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation elevation of body functions. and the vital qi adjusts and improves bodily functions. For example. ordinary people use very little of their body potential. But the training of the body through qigong is ideal. my martial arts teacher. if a person well trained in internal qigong wants to take part in an ordinary martial arts match. of course. it is similar to a professor playing marbles with a child to see who will win. According to Master Haiden. only a small portion of the brain is utilized. for a person who trains in martial arts. At this point. might not win the game. Practice. they are just . By training the entire body. until you can lower energy consumption. When you reach a certain point. if they solely rely on martial art training and do not combine that with internal qigong training. T h e professor. increase energy storage. even more wonderful bodily functions. not merely the training of body. a qigong practitioner enters a state of "fuzzy and distant or distant and fuzzy. An internal qigong master (a person experienced in internal qigong training) is beyond comparison to an athlete or a t o p notch martial artist. the other is down on earth. But he or she does not really have to play marbles because they do not care about the marble game. At the end of this practice. and not feeling hunger even when not eating. including being resistant to cold in the winter. the body may possess extraordinary functions.
We should try our best to form the habit of doing good deeds as part of our character. We need to adjust our mind set. one that is usually ignored by non-qigong practitioners. Training of the mind is a very special aspect.and post-birth) mind set. nature.yet we must strive to develop a brand new character. drinks alcohol or has certain hobbies. Just like someone who smokes cigarettes. they become upset. their practice level always stays I he same. In summary. and entire basis of life. nature. nature. Doing a few good deeds is not that difficult. Parallel Cultivation of Character and Life The concept of "cultivation of character and life" relates to the general content of qigong and emphasizes that during the entire process of qigong cultivation and practice one must continuously change. Qigong particularly emphasizes the changing of one's character. At this point incredible changes will occur. if they are deprived of the opportunity to do these activities. quick temper and pessimistic mind set formed during unhealthy states. An example is doing good deeds. and temper.Content of Qigong Cultivation 47 like the child playing marbles. pattern. We need to change the impatient disposition." This is the term used by the ancients . We should continuously cultivate ourselves in these eight aspects.it has been called future potential or luck in modern time. then you have trained yourself to a state of real qigong practice. nature and temper. and temper that are compatible with the wishes and needs of the whole society. mind set. These patterns are often unusually difficult to change . At the same time. and thus is not significant. This includes altering one's mind set. nature. and other factors that are formed both before and after birth. If you feel upset and uncomfortable because you were not able to do good deeds on a particular day. . improve. In addition. one should strive to improve and adjust their "destiny. qigong is the simultaneous training of mind and body. and adjust their previously formed (pre. one strives through training to continuously improve and adjust their state. but doing good deeds all the time is very difficult.
" and a skill of "realizing a perfect life. our mind and body are healthy. This is cultivation of character and life. Try to have big goals as early as possible. brief. It requires that you change your current state. The term "changing fate." a skill of "turning bad luck into good. nature. Why do you see your life as being so grave. their selfish nature changes. after such incidents. may be understood in the following way. potential energies get excited. What is the state of life in qigong? It includes always being persistent. beginning with your inner world. always like a young person. are we able to grasp certain aspects of the cultivation of character and life in qigong practice. and basis of our entire life.48 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation Many of us are not consciously aware of this. When these changes occur we are able to make more contributions. and thereby truly engage in qigong practice. However. inventions and creations. Only by doing this. until we can change our fate. The qigong method I am talking about is not limited to certain movements of limbs. Early in life we need to set goals and direction. Often. experience criticism. localized and narrow? You should . As we train and change our character. pattern." coined by the ancients. our future will be bright. Do not feel old just because you have attained an old age. vigorous and full of life-force. but we live in this world because our parents created us. and we have changed our fate. if we can change our nature sooner. from kindergarten or elementary school. That is what we need to do to change some of the contents of the state of life. we can realize the true meaning of qigong. arrogant when making money. it involves the contents mentioned above." We ought to change the less desirable aspects of our character which we inherited from our parents. Through practicing qigong. do not feel inadequate just because you are a student. and work efficiency is improved. Through changing our character. our wisdom is enhanced. People sometimes break the law and go to jail. we should simultaneously focus on our life. the early morning sun. The ancients called qigong an "immortal's wish fulfilling skill. hesitant when facing difficulties. have car accidents or are involved in great disasters. We should not behave as we did in the past: dispirited when sick. we further change the state. First we must train our state of life.
they can accomplish seemingly impossible tasks. Of course. anxiety. we advance to changing and adjusting the patterns of life. the amount of sleep needed will decrease. Even if you have diseases. However. and some of the methods are really about attaining a state of mind.Content of Qigong Cultivation 49 connect your whole life with the sun. including the pattern of eating and sleeping. A qigong practitioner can gradually reduce sleep time. But from a qigong perspective practicing qigong can increase one's life span.S. pine trees. illness or pain. but at certain times. This makes it easier to adjust the . and stones. "one can even turn a rush lamp wick (straw) into a bridge. I have taught certain qigong methods in the U. The pattern of sleeping can also be adjusted. practicing Taoist Qigong can make a person immortal. What does this mean? We should consciously and actively change the pattern of our life and daily life. when faced with fatigue. This is the primary meaning of immortal. A typical pattern of eating is usually three meals a day. How? You need to start persistent qigong practice as early as possible. Only then you are able to truly practice qigong. I use the example of bigu to illustrate that the pattern of eating can be adjusted. do not treat any failure as a failure. The highest level of qigong accomplishment is the complete cultivation of character and life. hardship. By changing ourselves and training our state of life. when you have changed your state of mind. Do not treat your past and present diseases as diseases. a person in a bigu state may also increase sleep time. moon. Is it possible to achieve a state of not eating? In qigong terms this is possible and is called bigu." Along the same lines. Try to select qigong methods that are beneficial to extending your life span.. High-level qigong cultivation always manifests at the parallel cultivation of character and life. What is an immortal? From a qigong perspective a person who does not eat food is an immortal. you are no longer a patient. the pattern of life span can be adjusted. This is because when a person is truly determined. from the perspective of cultivation of character and life. Additionally. cypress. The life span of a person is regarded by the ancients as having its own pattern. As the old qigong saying goes. every qigong practitioner should exert themselves. and the pattern of life span.
You need to change your habits and many patterns of your entire life. Ancient qigong. wife. You should be continually laying and creating the foundation for the qigong practice of your whole family. all his diseases (including terminal diseases) were completely cured. friends and banks. qigong requires one to accumulate greater and greater virtues. I later learned that after our meeting. This is how you can train yourself. The pattern of life also includes the patterns of all your activities during your life span. altering your intellectual and physical make-up. he changed the people and environment . He discovered a deep understanding of the fourth aspect of cultivation of life changing the basis of life. cultivation of character and life requires changing the basis of life. When he went home. His personal understanding was that even his place of living is a part of the basis of life and thus needs to be changed. relatives and friends. He takes time to promote and popularize qigong among people he knows including managers and colleagues at his workplace. At that time I did not know him. children. as discussed in the "Fu Ming Jing" (Book of Reviving Life) indicates that we need to popularize qigong throughout the world. He came across many qigong wonders in the process. In this way.50 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation pattern of life. Jiangsu province. Based on changing the pattern of life. He activated his whole family including his father-in-law. This is what everyone should work on. it is not enough to just practice qigong by yourself. and became very devoted." As a technique of protecting and extending life. A master who teaches you true qigong will not tell you to practice qigong alone. we met and shook hands in Chengdu. he tore down his house. What is the whole basis of life? Many people are not clear on this point. and built a beautiful house as a qigong center. Xu Shunquan from Nantong. Qigong in ancient times was viewed as having the function of "reviving life. and investment from others. raised money from his relatives. After you have come into contact with qigong. I want to tell you the story of Dr. changing your pre-birth and post-birth basis. mother-in-law. He did it using borrowed money. In 1987. You should change the entire basis of your individual life. Sichuan province. loans.
Indeed. luck. daily living basis. Xu Shunquan action. The destiny I am talking about is a person's developmental potential. improve. and the cultivation of character and life will help to change. we are inheriting the essential content of ancient qigong. It is primarily a mental basis. Through Dr. Ancient Taoist Qigong always stressed that fate . Ancients recognized that there is a process of automatic cultivation." I am talking about fate. adjustments. but that is an incorrect attitude. family. a number of general managers of various companies obtained special functions. He recognized that. the benefits of his cultivation of character and life would be increased. The cancer patient was miraculously cured after the visit. Situations like this are related to the important issue of changing the basis of life. and life replacement skill. As a qigong lover.Content of Qigong Cultivation 51 around him into a qigong environment. not a predetermined fate. that. One general manager told me that he once went to a cancer patient's home to talk to him. I am discussing the ancient saying "my fate is not determined by heaven but myself. and not believe in superstition. Only then can your basis be changed. the level of his physical health and wellness has tremendously improved. life extension. you should change your fate. and adjust one's destiny. You should have the courage to control your fate. Through this process. You ought to help your friends and family understand and support qigong cultivation and training. based on this change of life basis. if you want to practice authentic Traditional Chinese Qigong. life span. and improvements to the state. family basis. according to Taoist Qigong (the pure quintessential Traditional Chinese Qigong). A fate that can be controlled through one's self creation and self contribution . and basis of life. In ancient time. can be realized through our personal effort. help them change their selfish and narrow perspective. The basis of life is not only a physical basis. As this applies to contemporary qigong. pattern. One can see that qigong requires the change of one's life basis. Some people are superstitious about this issue. purified and adjusted his whole basis of life. and even became highly effective healers. and career. changes. and social environment basis.including one's actions. qigong was called a longevity. life mending. nature.
Never be complacent with the status quo. one strives to adjust thoughts and consciousness. you should become more successful. in a qigong state. But what is our internal state? Under the influence of qigong. created. Do not become static or timid about your current state and fate. the body can enhance the movement of vital qi. If you are not yet successful. then clear our inner mind. including cultivation of character and life in conjunction with medicine and surgery. We can improve our view toward life. In summary. We need to try our best to forgive everybody and every negative incident. Ancients paid much attention to qigong. When facing a multitude of disasters. Furthermore. One must wash and clarify their mind in order for it to become fully . Diseases can be cured through qigong cultivation and training. difficulties. undertake a rigorous self review to see if we have been living up to our highest ideal. and changed by ourselves. One should be good at sharing present accomplishments with the people around them. As well. Concurrent Motion and Stillness The general state of qigong practice is concurrent motion and stillness . the world. One should be good at turning present success into the most fundamental basis. The peaceful sitting posture we maintain during a qiemitting lecture is external stillness. injustices. One should use a comprehensive means to treat a disease. grievances or persecution. One should not sit on past glories and become arrogant. but a comprehensive means is needed to cure disease. and the universe by constantly adjusting our mind. one should actively control and change one's fate of having the disease.52 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation is controlled. one must learn to be good at turning a present failure into future success. They held it to be true that curing disease depends on both qigong and medicine not merely qigong or medicine. you should have the courage and wisdom to succeed. The primary mind adjustment relates to virtue. if you are successful. encouraging a simultaneous cultivation of mind and body.either external stillness combined with internal mental activities or external motion combined with internal calm.
This is a method and process of high level qigong cultivation. External stillness is one form. kind vows. Many people read Buddhist books. including psychology and virtue. Why is this book entitled original vows? This means one must make extremely large.Content of Qigong Cultivation 53 illuminated and allow one to clearly see their true self. one must fulfill them. Given this context. Certain types of qigong. otherwise we are wasting our time. the meaning of concurrent motion and stillness becomes very clear. Many people complain that they have meditated for several decades without receiving much benefit. Afterwards. needs to be continuously elevated. However." entering into a state of "joyful simplicity where nothing exists. utilize specific methods. such as Buddhist Qigong. We must try our best to adjust and change our psychology in order to change our view of life and quickly and completely regenerate our whole body. This is because they merely practice ordinary meditation consisting of closing one's eyes and resting. Our inner world. But one's inside must be dynamic. the dynamic and continuous internal adjustment and improvement of our logic." "taking no action. and continuously make these vows. vows alone are not enough. thinking and all other internal aspects is another form. Over time. this process evolves beyond mere meditation to a process of house cleaning and reorganizing our mind based on an overview of our life experiences. Qigong is not sitting with one's eyes closed." only paying attention to the superficial meaning of "forgetting self' and "taking no action. One should continuously make great vows during meditation. The inner mind and wisdom must be activated." you ignore the fact that after "taking no action" the appropriate step is "taking action in everything. This is a process of practicing qigong. one should act upon them. In appearance. one's outside is very still." How can one achieve "taking action in ." (Sutra of Bodhisattva Earth Store Original Vows). If you merely sit and meditate. "forgetting self. merely resting. This method only utilizes the most superficial cultivation of mind and character and does not fit with the forms and methods of internal qigong cultivation. such as "Di Zang Pu Sa Ben Yuan Jing. Internal elevation and changing of our spirit.
et cetera. as well as by modifying our epistemology and methodology. hopelessness. self-righteousness. jealousy. Treat everyone as if they were your own family. The concepts of concurrent motion and stillness also include spontaneous movements. and the universe. every process and everything as your teacher. indulgence. In these cases the external form is dynamic while the internal is still. greed. arrogance. lust. as well as certain qigong methods with specifically designed movements. Treat everyone. Our state of mind should constantly evolve. and impatience. In this specific case. See the best part of everyone. We need to change these mental states as quickly as possible by acknowledging them and changing our previous view toward life. meaning we try to bring a volatile psychological state to a quiet and peaceful state. The roots of emotional turmoil include unforgiveness. desperation. possessiveness. Strive to deal with all people and experiences encountered in this manner. anger. See the magnificent wonders in our world.54 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation everything?" Please note that stillness is merely the external form. One's inside must be active. the world. . and we must try our best to access our wisdom. pessimism. If we accomplish this mind adjustment. we try our best to quickly adjust any vanity. we can calm down our conflicting mind. Even those suffering from mental disorders can adjust their mental state back to normal very quickly by implementing and practicing this conceptual technique. desire to attack and hurt others.
At the same time.Chapter Five Coordinating Consciousness. working. our memory records the event. In a qigong state. Qi. and learning. Even if this person does not consciously know who helped them. we utilize good information accumulated in the past including all the information recorded in our memory. Form and Spirit There are certain unimaginable effects of qi which take effect gradually in qigong practitioners only if they consciously practice qigong while not consciously seeking success. The key to elevating energy levels is relaxing and entering a quiescent mode at which time the good information accumulated during our daily living. we may have saved someone's life. they are aware of this at deeper levels of their mind. or helped many people." Being conscious means that during qigong practice. the term consciousness relates to the saying "practicing qigong consciously and succeeding unconsciously. When we help someone. this information may elevate our mental state and enable us to use our thoughts to direct the qi of qigong. Consciousness In this discussion. the person we helped also records the experience of being helped. as well as accumulated from our past words and actions will help us receive positive effects from the qi of qigong. We 55 . As an example.
Rather. and learning. Numerous brain cells in the deeper layers of the cerebrum are asleep and suppressed. average brain cell usage ranges from one hundredth of one percent to three or four percent. in qigong. This includes all the information accumulated during the twenty-four hours of living. If we are too active. only the ones at the surface layer of the cerebrum . all this information is automatically stored in our brain. If during group qigong practice we sense someone making sounds. and naturalness. Even in the case of Einstein. live longer and enhance wisdom. This rapid response is the reaction by the cerebrum surface. "Succeeding unconsciously" does not mean we do not have any intentions. leisure activities. we will want to practice and experiment with qigong. It means that after coming into contact with qigong. are used. Human brain cells are extremely complex and numerous (there are estimated to be about fourteen to fifteen billion brain cells in a human brain). If we want to be healthy. Qigong emphasizes relaxation. the brain cells in the deep layers are not easily accessed. Of all those brain cells." Non-qigong practitioners react quickly because only the surface layer of their cerebrum is being utilized. study. quiescence. While this is understandable under normal circumstances. we should neither be seduced nor interfered with by outside stimuli. and anything you think or do. Even if you think you've forgotten this information.56 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation need to accumulate good thoughts and deeds in our daily living.a tiny fraction of the total. including work. We should maintain a state of "listening. According to scientific literature. it means . but not really listening. Certainly the average person uses much less. it is estimated that less than twenty percent of his brain was utilized. Normally we react and judge immediately upon sensing something. qigong emphasizes quietness and entering a state of quiescence. working. In particular. it has not been forgotten by your brain. "Practicing qigong consciously" means we practice qigong out of our own will and desire. we may want to open our eyes to see the cause of the sound. Quiescence does not mean being afraid of other people's voices. who had an extremely developed scientific mind (his brain has been kept for research).
angry. Qi. then we must pay attention to the role of the subconscious. bad deeds from our past will interfere with and diminish the benefits of our practice. fearful. we are unaware of what we are doing. "Qi" Qi is a vital part of qigong. Substantial qi at work is a partial. The subconscious works in a hazy state. or alarmed. The above describes the concept of consciousness in "consciousness. worried. but not the complete. or as we come in contact with qigong. Another description of qigong is that it is a discipline which specifically studies high-energy substantial qi inside and outside the human body. Qigong recognizes that a living person must have qi. the accumulated memories of our past history will have an effect on our qigong practice. When we have spontaneous movements. If we want to use qigong methods to improve our health or to extend our life span. qi. information and memories accumulated over our lifetime will function automatically during our practice." The way consciousness functions suggests that we should only do good deeds. The subconscious is not controllable . even if others are unaware that we caused them. sad. Although we may have some awareness in our mind. Qigong can be more broadly interpreted as a discipline relating to the correspondence between human beings and nature . content of qigong. because they will produce positive effects in a qigong state. we do not know the specifics. After coming in contact with qigong.Coordinating Consciousness.we are not aware of the subconscious while we are highly conscious. One is aware of the bad deeds one perpetrates. and everyone has substantial qi and functional qi. If we are able to maintain this state. Form and Spirit 57 we stabilize our internal emotions and do not become easily excited or overly happy. and spirit. it is fuzzy and distant and leaves one quite unaware. This is why good deeds are important. anxious.quite a broad content. We can better understand the concept of qi if we have a clear idea about qigong. the functional use of organs . form. At this time. This "interference" will make it difficult to achieve positive results.
or localized at a certain place. The combination of the body organ and qi will generate combined functional capacities. the functional effects or capabilities of organs hosting the qi. Therefore. Qigong science specifically studies the interior of the body and the external world. Qigong utilizes high-energy substantial qi both inside and outside of the human body. as does the body organ which is hosting the high energy substantial qi.not merely ordinary substances such as oxygen. The first is generation or production. both "inside" and "outside. One may ask. similar to a nuclear warhead in a nuclear weapon. or organ? The answer is that it involves all the organs of the body. or other gases. This organ also relates to an interior and exterior aspect. An organ which hosts qi is similar to a missile that carries a nuclear warhead." This substantial qi can be viewed as the qi of human potential energy or highenergy substantial qi related to a human body. These three aspects of qigong science have four levels of content. the first aspect of qigong science deals with the interior and exterior (of the body). The second aspect of qigong science concerns the study of pathways along which this qi of high-energy substance travels. is the qi of high energy substances distributed all over the body. transformation. carbon dioxide.58 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation hosting the qi. The substantial qi of qigong has energies that can do work. the second is . Any so-called "qigong science" must contain the above three concepts. and utilization of the above three aspects. and the locations where it transforms to special energies to do work. the content of qigong science consists of twelve facets. the locations where qi condenses. A holding place or an organ is required for qi to stay in the body. development. This is the first aspect of qigong science. Since each of the three segments contains four facets." Qigong science goes beyond mere practicing within the body . as well as the generation. The original Chinese character for qi is "nothingness above 4 dots. A missile has its own functions. acupuncture point.it is also related to qi outside of the body. the places where qi is emitted to the outside. The third aspect of qigong science is its functional capability. The qi of qigong is related to the concept of substances .
Three aspects multiplied by four levels of content become a total of twelve facets of content. Therefore. and acupuncture. Following this presumption. and gaseous states.yet it may cause common qigong effects on all human beings. form and spirit should be viewed as a substantial foundation of our life including daily . Qi has a very broad meaning. According to the views of contemporary science. Then the composite of qi of information. the qi in the coordinated consciousness. energy. qi of energy. As discussed earlier. This enables us to develop special abilities. There are certain unimaginable effects of qi which take effect gradually in qigong practitioners only if they consciously practice qigong while not consciously seeking success. qi. Not only is qi related to the qi concept used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. consciously practicing qigong brings us into a subconsciously positive state. Qi. We say that qigong science is a discipline studying the generation. the forth is application.Coordinating Consciousness. It exists in the real world. and substances that exist in the universe and Nature . meridians. This creates twenty-four basic components of qigong science content. everything in the universe can be transformed back and forth from liquid. and application of the high-energy substantial qi inside and outside a human body. and is difficult to verily or measure using today's scientific means . qigong has recognized that qi is the most fundamental substance constituting all things in the universe. transformation. the third is transformation. each of the twelve main facets has an interior and exterior aspect. qigong must have its own special scientific characteristics or fundamental principles. Once a substance has been transformed into gas. and qi of substances will help us cultivate energy potentials and stimulate functional abilities. and information. steam or air. Next comes the concept of qi. solid. Qigong's qi goes beyond fog. can it be further transformed into another state? This is a difficult question to answer. qi also has the content of information. Since very early times. development. energy. Form and Spirit 59 development. to further collect and better utilize qi from the myriad beings in the universe which constantly affect us. the related organs and their functional capabilities. At the same time.a composite of objectively existing substance.
and the impression others recreate. as well as human thoughts and action. I have also emitted qi from Guangzhou and Shenzhen to Tsinghua University in Beijing while conducting a chemical experiment in a sealed. or after coming into contact with qigong. heat. yet we should not mystify it either. and pressure resistant container. stainless steel. Therefore. Everything you do leaves signals in both the temporal and spatial aspects of the entire process. I have conducted experiments with the Chinese Academy of Sciences which demonstrated that qi emitted from a distance of six kilometers to two thousand kilometers. From a qigong perspective. the impressions you make on others. This is why I say that "qi is unimaginable. studying. working. the decay rate was significantly altered. altered the decay rate of radioactive nuclei. These signals.60 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation living." Even the normally unalterable nuclei were affected. and resting. External qi emitted by a person even carries human characteristics. and information. How can external qi have such a capability? Presently. have unimaginable effects on health. The above results demonstrate that qi has unimaginable functional capabilities and effects. How unimaginable is "unimaginable?" It is very difficult to describe. wisdom. This occurs . This kind of experiment usually requires temperatures above two hundred and eighty to three hundred degrees Celsius and ten to thirty atmospheric pressure for the desired chemical reaction to happen. life span. from a qigong point of view. Ordinary physical and chemical means including high or low temperature. energy. the qi of qigong means the good informational qigong relationship one establishes during the qigong training process. and special function generation of every human being. this question is difficult to answer. energy. This kind of difficult experiment was repeatedly carried out successfully at room temperature without prior pressure. high pressure. Qi can possess the characteristics of matter. But after I emitted qi for twenty minutes. and even three or four thousand kilometers. high magnetic field or chemical reactions cannot influence the decay rate of nuclei. We should not oversimplify or vulgarize qi. qi contains the information. and substance of all things.
Since qigong phenomena and the law of biological holography both exist in the universe.Coordinating Consciousness." "Form" refers to simple adjustments of posture during the process of qigong training. Qi. human. qi. we may learn the overall picture of the entire thing. a local area that reflects the entire body. these people can objectively verify the . form. "Form" "Consciousness. some people may see the image of a person teaching them qigong methods. We can better understand the adjustment of qigong form during qigong practice through the use of the modern law of biological holography. we will be able to understand the qi of qigong. When questioned afterwards. and working relationships we feel no shame or regret.it is the most truthful reality. social. In fact. as well as in the informational system established during that process. Form adjustments may be accomplished unconsciously and automatically to produce effects for a practitioner during qigong practice. and rest. the entire process and overall picture of a given event may be contained in the process of our contact with this event and various other existence's. during the qi collecting process. during all twenty-four hours of each day. study. Some patients in a qigong state even see a doctor operating on them to take out gall or kidney stones. are free of debt to anyone. Make sure that in our interpersonal. and we will have a portion of genuine qi producing positive effects. These principles are constantly at work throughout one's entire life. In every process. there may be a point that represents the whole event. If we can achieve this harmonious state. When we collect a portion of qi during a certain event. qi will store a portion of information. and make no negative actions towards anyone. As long as we make a genuine effort. In a fuzzy and distant qigong state. we need to be aware of them while adjusting the form of qigong. Qigong requires genuine qi . Form and Spirit 61 during the entire life cycle: work. The qi collecting process is activated during qigong practice or after coming into contact with qigong. We need to establish harmonious relationships with our surroundings.
enhance wisdom and improve work efficiency should pay attention to the concept of virtue. the value of "form" in the qigong domain is really worth further consideration. This is a deeper qigong academic meaning of "form" in the phrase "consciousness. and to affect other substances and processes. one should pay attention to the cultivation of beneficence. form. and conduct. These phenomena are regarded by the qigong community as manifestations of qigong "form" related to the law of biological holography. we should not treat them as absolute reality. Are these images capable of carrying energy? Can these images produce functional abilities? From a qigong point of view it seems likely . In other words. "Form" specifically refers to the fact that during the qigong process." However. but at the same time we should not deny them. Although certain phenomena may be observed in a qigong state. complete informational forms may open the locks of certain storage rooms in our body. Some of us may utilize the image of our own informational system to adjust our physical health. After practicing qigong or receiving the external qi of qigong.62 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation phenomena of their diseases being cured and their qigong level elevated. qi. this meaning should be treated as conjecture.yet these questions need further exploration. The law of life holography has been confirmed in many aspects. Paying attention to virtue in qigong is a discipline and a technique. everyone has a complete image in their own brain from their entire life's experiences. and spirit. things and events with good. After coming into contact with qigong we should realize that our brains have stored the complete images of many people and events. This will continuously help more and more good information and images accumulate in our memory cells. As well. and they have created an image of themselves in the minds of others. In light of this . Since the laws of life and biological holography function in many areas. things and events may help to open up our special abilities. energetic and functional nature of qi. Anyone who wants to be healthy. moral character. since there is currently no instrument with which to observe these images. as well as the complete.
But it is very hard to say whether this folklore becomes effective immediately. In the future. This is common knowledge.Coordinating Consciousness. The only way to eliminate bad deeds is through personal beneficence. but how about invisible light? Light carries energy and contains substance called photons. There are numerous images in the air. Qi. Qigong considers that the image a person makes on the external world during their lifetime is very difficult to fix in a simple. This concept of form and form adjustments needs to be further emphasized. The law of life holography tells us that everyone leaves a holographic image at every place they've been. Everything has a point through which its entirety can be seen. The knowledge of your theft will be transferred back to the owner through that image. a shadow is cast on the ground. There are also other types of invisible lights. Any possession carries the owner's image. When one's time is up. everything is paid back. and will gradually understand that "Goodness is paid back by goodness. badness will be repaid with badness. We can see light. The world is full of light . and there is no way to erase it. the electromagnetic wave is invisible. Along the same lines." This bit of folklore carries some qigong principles. There is an old saying that "if a debt is not paid back immediately one's time is not yet up. which are capable of damaging the human body. Are these images the result of one image? Do they carry energy? These are hard questions to answer. Scientists say that invisible light carries higher energy. Form and Spirit 63 law. quick manner. When light shines on us." A little blood can be enough to uncover the composition of the entire body. people will study this concept in relation to life span." And the converse is true. and immediately contribute something good as compensation. Light certainly brings images. Your beneficence compensates for wrongdoings. form adjustments in qigong and the form of qigong should not be viewed simply as movements or postures. we should not steal from others. In the air. You can quietly acknowledge the wrong. An example is light. but after conversion onto the screen it becomes visible with a clearly displayed picture. the so-called "from one point to see all. such as x-rays. But invisible light is not so clearly understood. The form is similar to an image we see on a TV screen.
observe. should have invisible images. From a qigong perspective. so a question for further study by the qigong community is whether invisible images carry energy. Invisible light carries higher energy. We need to research and materialize these functions and phenomena in order to relate them to the combined concepts of matter. functional ability state. "Spirit" needs to . an effect. due to invisible light. Spirit means a psychological state. and information which currently exist objectively. We need to understand. When objects reflect light we are able to see them. and a functional effect of qigong practitioners. but have deeper significance which may be related to energy carrying images and consciousnessenergy carrying images and forms." we should be careful not to view the form of qigong as merely making postures or movements. and information. Everything we come into contact with has an overall manifestation that needs to be coordinated during qigong activities. The visible form. energy. While utilizing the concept of light to understand qigong's "form. physical state. and experience the comprehensive meaning of qigong form in the life process of doing good deeds. It means a functional capability.64 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation which enables human beings to see objects. "Spirit" So-called "spirit" in the phrase "coordination of consciousness. the progress of humanity will take a leap forward. and spirit" does not mean "spirit" in a superstitious sense. energy. Form adjustments in qigong are not merely movements. qi. this kind of "spirit" has special functions and certain unimaginable phenomena. Hidden among these coincidences may very well be a new scientific discovery. a deepened materiality during a qigong state with the characteristics of matter. A definition of "form" includes simple external body adjustments as well as adjustments of the entire unrecognized form of qigong. As recorded in ancient legends. If these concepts are confirmed. These are things we should pay attention to during qigong training but not something we can promote as a well established theory. many coincidences in this world are not necessarily coincidences. form.
Coordinating Consciousness.it is a holistic description that more completely describes a qigong process. Form and Spirit 65 be understood at this conceptual level . . Qi.
as in the "Tao Te Ching. decency. integrity." or The Book of the Way and Its Virtue) is not merely public ethics in society. or ask others to do good deeds and pay attention to virtue. honesty. preserving and accumulating virtue. virtue always plays a technical role that is uniquely central. establishing. Virtue determines our ability to access this source. Te (roughly translated as virtue. pivotal. T h e importance of virtue is to treat it as an advanced technique in qigong cultivation. While treating virtue as an advanced qigong technique in self cultivation and in the application of qigong. It is critical that we behave as if we are 66 . or politics. paying attention to. one should not merely pay lip-service to the cultivation of virtue. In our discussion. Cultivation of Virtue is an Advanced Technique of Fundamental Importance In Chinese qigong. and so on. righteousness. In the cultivation and application of qigong. ideology. virtue is based on its generally understood meaning of goodness. and sustaining. The source of the qi of qigong contains substances and energies based on highly unified matter and spirit. The way to cultivate mind and body is to understand the importance and technical nature of virtue. or "morality" discussed in intellectual thoughts.Chapter Six Cultivation of Virtue The cultivation of mind and body in qigong practice requires mind adjustments which deal with understanding.
depth.Cultivation of Virtue 67 engaged in technical work. In every aspect of our life. We must realize the technical importance of virtue in personal cultivation. These treasures are based on human progress. but not personally taking action on virtue. noble spirit. vision. from our thoughts and consciousness. We should also guard against the cultivation and application of virtue merely for selfish means. now has to obey the traffic laws. and also consider the practical application of the contents of the multiple levels. who. such as learning to drive a car. and most importantly. Virtue touches the people around you. and thinkers of ancient times. they also contain unified spiritual and material treasures. and development and provide the meaning of virtue. to words. and aspects of virtue. As an advanced technique in qigong cultivation. at every moment throughout our life. and at the moment one comes into contact with qigong. benefactors and philanthropists throughout history. thought. desire. must stay on the road. virtue has multiple levels and facets. make great effort to emulate virtuous people. Realizing that virtue must be treated as a technique. actions and effects. We should emulate the virtue within their most essential character. the entire society and universe. Who are virtuous people? They are the qigong masters. and effective body of experience. we should. having learned how to drive. virtue cannot be considered merely according to our greed and desires. Unlike business. as well as various successful people. We should pay attention to every detail and treat the work seriously. various statesmen. This is similar to a driver. men of letters. Virtue is Emphasized by Traditional Chinese Qigong . civilization. difficulty. and completeness of this technique. the meaning of virtue has exceeded the confines of the individual human body. we must persistently guard against thinking and talking about virtue. facets. The traditional cultures of all human beings contain essential spiritual treasures. every qigong practitioner should also realize the height. In the application of this technique. be considerate of pedestrians and other cars. From ancient to present times. words and action. the region and country.
this process was called "point and transform. it is not simple. it entails high-level Qigong masters imparting the external qi (energy." and "collecting yao to make sharila" (relics left after the cremation of accomplished qigong masters) in qigong practice. yao here takes the meaning from the qigong practice process of "collecting yao to make dan. "how can it be so simple.this is not simple. A master may test you for ten years before he will "point and transform" you. but difficult. a master enables a special and fundamental change in the body of a qi-receiver . According to ancient masters. "false teaching needs ten thousand volumes." and "gold has a price but yao is priceless. to disciples or to people willing to learn qigong. to do good deeds." He may test you for thirty years before telling you the key points." and "to get inside qigong's door." Although commonly translated as medicine. By imparting external qi. or "goodness.as simple as one word: virtue." The master will tell you to make good wishes. This kind of testing is not simple.68 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation Ancient qigong masters say that the teaching of real qigong is very special. gold has a price but qigong methods are priceless. the method of qigong cannot be represented by a single motion." I have heard some of my qigong masters say that "a thousand pieces of gold cannot buy the Tao. try your best to pay attention to ." What does this mean? It means the teaching of real qigong does not resemble the replication of one form or one style like in the teaching of gymnastics or martial arts. Even that does not mean you are "truly enlightened or transformed. Rather. or may test you for forty. you need the master's teaching through words and through mind. information. cannot be described in a clearly defined way." and "gold has a price but Tao is priceless. real teaching is just one sentence. sixty even one hundred years before telling you how to use the method . you need the guidance from the master personally. to try your best to have great mercy. What is so special? There is no method. et cetera) of qigong.historically. to maintain good thoughts." One may ask. always give in charity. but in a way it is very simple . The method of qigong is that "true teaching is one sentence." In fact.
Confucian Qigong always stresses conduct. Levels of Virtue Beyond the individual person." (The Way and Its Virtue) and regarded one who ignored virtue as n o t worthy of being taught qigong. great virtues are real virtues. Ancients realized that virtue has small. country and society.Cultivation of Virtue 69 conduct. right and wrong. but does not constitute a great virtue. beneficence. virtue encompasses concepts of past. Buddhist Qigong always stresses beneficence. with multiple levels and meanings. Paying attention to proper adjustment of individual attitudes towards fame. As a traditional qigong. beneficence. In fact. . as well as ordinary conduct and beneficence. left and right and the entire space. intermediate and great virtue. Lao Tzu wrote five thousand words on qigong. he named it "Tao Te Ching" (The Book of the Way and Its Virtue). local or global. and Taoist virtue (virtue in accordance with the way of Nature). fortune. present. or total time. Qigong emphasizes piety based on the concept. is good. Can we represent virtue. institution. moral character and conduct using a set of body movements or gestures? Of course not. As a combined qigong. and virtue that we are not yet able to comprehend. Once a person realizes the technical nature of virtue. Taoist virtue. Virtue deals with above and below." Virtue has many forms and content. grand virtue. future. but forgetting about the long term progress of a country and society is not enough. short term or long term. family. Paying attention to the small things at hand. "Tao Te. Taoist Qigong especially stresses Taoist virtue. discussing virtue from a narrow personal angle. but ignoring the proper adjustment of attitudes toward different people in a larger circle is also not enough. viewpoint and technique of viewing everyone as our relative . Having piety and respect for our parents is necessary. but not enough.this is a very high standard. He summarized qigong into two words. such as piety towards our own parents. As a representative of quintessential Chinese Qigong. mystery virtue. it is not enough to pay attention merely to small virtue. Ancient qigong masters recognize that "a lot of small virtues are not real virtues.
we should accumulate great virtue and grand virtue. including glory and honor. Perfect Path of Life The cultivation of mind and body in qigong practice requires mind adjustments which deal with understanding. This elevates the character of an ordinary person. paying attention to virtue. Even with grand virtue (great virtue of huge beneficence).70 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation While doing and considering each and every action and thought. We should try our best to convert the virtue of accumulating more virtues. but it does not guarantee the continuing establishment of present and future virtue. At a minimum we should preserve virtue based on understanding virtue. manager et cetera. into that of a noble-minded person. to the fortune of people all over the world. we should accumulate more virtue." But from a qigong perspective we should go even further. and expounding ideas in writing. preserving virtue is not enough. We should not claim credit for ourselves and become arrogant. At this point our virtue has become the virtue of the world. What kind of virtue exists beyond grand virtue? Mystery virtue. Instead. achieve new contributions. this virtue allows us to . In terms of qigong technique. after our establishment of grand virtue. scholar. leader. We should elevate our character to a level such that our self is inseparable from other people and subjects . we must emphasize and produce virtue. We must attempt to accumulate virtue that is beyond the personal and belongs to the entire society. paying attention to. Better yet. expert. Past virtue represents past achievement and credit. we must continuously preserve virtue. we should distribute the effects of virtue.like a fish in the ocean. Yet. establish more virtue. establishing. and a person who is not limited in doing good deeds. This is mystery virtue. and establishing virtue. preserving and accumulating virtue. to others. Confucius said "the eternal glory of a gentleman rests on three things: performing meritorious service. establishing virtue. we must accumulate more beneficence. Beyond that. great person. Convert it to a concrete fortune by assisting others in establishing beneficence that they can enjoy.
This merger is accomplished through our body's skin pores. will we be able to resonate with the universe. we no longer view life simply as personal indulgence. Not only should we accumulate virtue in our present time. At this point. one's psychological state is no longer the same.not the superstitious sense. complete. one's outlook on the world has changed. where murder is common. they ought to master and apply these concepts as a technique during their qigong cultivation and practice.a correct. grand virtue. We should accumulate virtue for ourselves as well as for the next generation. connect with the wishes of everyone. energies. We should extend our . The psychological state is adjusted to a level based on high standards . One's outlook on life has changed. but also the virtue of the past." and "there is a message within. everyone hopes that other people won't carry a gun when they go out. and one's outlook on the universe has been adjusted. great virtue.Cultivation of Virtue 71 further connect with the universe. This spirit is the wishes of everyone. and mystery virtue." Lao Tzu meant that there are substances. This is what Lao Tzu meant when he said "there is essence within. fearful and frightened. present and future. and information in the spirits. and scientific outlook on life. Only when we possess virtue. anxious. angry. perfect our life. We should actively apply the virtue technique in the process of mind adjustment to elevate our character. and perfect the socalled "soul" in the general sense . advancement or enjoyment. If the concepts of great virtue. to merge our own virtues with the outside world and its demands. and the mental processes of being happy. we should also let the next generation and future generations bring honor to the entire society and all human beings. sad. strengthen our mind. the mind that guides the spirits. improve our consciousness. This is why cultivating virtue is such a great technique. thoughtful. consciousness and thought processes. Even in contemporary society. grand virtue and mystery virtue seem religious to some people. but in the sense of consciousness. Not only should we bring honor to our ancestors." "there is substance within. and connect with the holy spirit in the minds of all people. By doing this. Everybody hopes that all people and things they encounter in life will be kindhearted and open.
We should always view our individual life as a part of the whole . indulgences and personal gratification. all people and things get diseases. it still behaves consistently throughout the four seasons. There is a saying that "the mind of a gentleman is always magnanimous and highly tolerant. We should adjust our psychological state to that of heaven and earth.our psychological state will always be adjusted so that the self is connected to the universe. summer.part of the life of the entire universe. we will no longer see our ideals as unrealistic. the moon still continues its cycle of the seasons." We should try to adjust our psychological state so that it is fully illuminated. We will no longer worry about individual fame and benefits. quarrels and disputes. have actions based on well-intended great wishes. We should continue to work.72 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation view of life as ordinary work and contribution to include great contributions. All things in nature and celestial bodies in the universe are constantly in a special. Despite the occurrence of spring. and the psychological state after we elevate our character. seeing and thinking clearly. incredibly wonderful state. contribute. Although the moon is sometimes full and sometimes not. and winter. our body will naturally rejuvenate itself. The heart of the universe does not cry. people suffering from disease usually find it difficult to adjust their psychological state and become fully illuminated. But diseases should not cause us to be distressed or pessimistic. Our psychological state should be like still water and clear like a clean mirror. dynamically balanced. Whether young or old. or to only pay attention to a single type of treatment. In terms of mind adjustment in qigong. If we utilize these technical characteristics of qigong. Body and soul should be directed towards making great contributions to the entire human race. society and universe. Upon achieving this state. one's healing will be quite effective. fortunes and misfortunes . A Child's Mind is the Basic State of Virtue . the mind of the universe is not filled with worry. and most importantly. autumn. Between heaven and earth.
But the child also knows that virtue does not belong to an individual. or gets mad at his parent. This is quite unlike some adults who will not listen even when the sky is falling. A child knows better than anyone what virtue is. My masters' qigong method. they will immediately change their attitude. After birth. If the mother is upset. but it is important that we accumulate more virtue. While inside the mother's womb a child will not kick if the mother is too tired. It is generally true that a child is fundamentally good at birth.particularly the recollection of the mental state of a child. an infant and young child are also very clear about virtue. A child's mind is an important reflection of a virtuous mind.Cultivation of Virtue 73 We all have virtue when we are born. . the child will listen. When you tell a child that something important has happened. the little child may give a few hard kicks inside the womb. According to my masters and certain qigong literature. a child inside the mother's womb understands virtue. Virtue is related and belongs to the whole family and society. we should first pay close attention to how children cultivate their minds. Although a child sometimes fights with another child. It requires the recollection of a child's image . if the mother has a fight with the father. causing pain for the pregnant mother. once they realize that something important has happened to someone or to their environment. Consequently. a child's mind is in the basic state of virtue. if we want to adjust our mind and cultivate our mind and body. is the most fundamental qigong method. From a qigong perspective. the Child Longevity Nine Step Method.
and never more than thirty percent of these cells. but usually uses only four to five percent. Ideally Improving and Regulating the Functions of the Nervous System The average person has about fourteen to fifteen billion brain cells. The effects of qigong have been well documented in scientific qigong research. yet eighty to ninety percent of their brain cells remain unused at their time of death. various functional abilities are realized. and it is proving difficult to obtain a complete answer.Chapter Seven Ten Mechanisms Healing of Qigong Qigong practice activates the unused eighty to ninety percent of our brain cells by strengthening the brain's bio-electric currents. With aging. It has been definitively established that qigong can cure diseases and induce certain extraordinary functions in human beings. After this activation. What is the reason for these qigong effects and what are the mechanisms through which qigong achieves these effects? Scientists inside and outside of China are currently exploring these questions. people can have memory failure. 1. How can we 74 . Based on my experience. both inside and outside of China. I will discuss the ten mechanisms through which qigong achieves it healing effects.
" or the "Intelligence Cultivation Technique. various functional abilities are realized.Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 75 develop and utilize these usually idle brain cells? It has been observed that after a person enters into a qigong state. including psychosis and . This regulates and improves the functions of the cerebral and spinal column nerves. This allows the nerve cells of the deep layers of the brain to release more energy through the influence of qigong practice. Qigong is an ideal practice for cultivating mental potential. Some call this "Wisdom Qigong. in a qigong state. it can never be improved to the level of a child except through qigong practice. affect the regions of the brain where consciousness is focused. is enhanced. This a very important discovery. qigong practice activates the unused eighty to ninety percent of our brain cells by strengthening the brain's bio-electric currents. while its frequency is slowed. the excited brain cells in the deep layers of the cerebrum generate relatively strong bioelectric currents." Qigong practice often helps students improve their grades and researchers achieve success. in turn. Qigong can also slow down and regulate the activity of the sympathetic nervous system. a special state in which the protein collagen in body fluids forms a collective entity or a collective entity of micro-particles. the bio-electric activity in the brain. As shown by electroencephalographic observations. the bioelectric currents in these regions are likely to be further enhanced. the neurons in the deep layers of the cerebrum also enter into an excited state. within the whole body. This creates. In this way. The collagen micro-particles in the regions of mental concentration become charged collagen due to the strong currents in the brain. When adults and senior citizens enter the qigong state. As a result. the encephalogram's peak value rises. In other words. These currents. as well as the activity of the brain cells. Patients with neurasthenia and mental disease." "Wisdom Enhancement Qigong. After this activation. One experiment used an encephalogram to measure whether adults and senior citizens regain the frequency response of their youth after practicing qigong. These are characteristics of children's encephalograms. Although one's encephalogram may change with rest or physical activity.
clairvoyance. Some think that the biological support for extrasensory perception (ESP) lies in the frontal lobe. The brain's deeply layered cerebral cells are enriched with sufficient blood by practicing qigong. Experiments indicate that. This is how Master Haiden. Although one sleeps every day. Experiments on children who have ESP indicate that characters or images. yet remained physically strong. and most sleeping time is spent in a dream state. in the qigong state. and psychokinesis (transporting objects with the mind) are thought to be based on the special functions of the frontal lobe. Qigong is an ideal practice for activating bio-energy in the cerebrum and stimulating relevant functions to cultivate mental potential.76 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation schizophrenia. Practicing qigong seems to improve micro-circulation of the cerebrum. did not sleep for over sixty years. Studies of people in the qigong state show that their cerebral cortex calms to a condition of very protective suppression. regulated. . As mentioned above. are usually seen on a small square screen-like space inside their foreheads. the cerebral cortex rests only fourteen to sixteen seconds. the range of brain waves is lessened and micro-circulation in the forehead is enhanced. may greatly improve their condition by practicing qigong. In a normal condition. This cannot be obtained through any other kind of practice. functions of the frontal lobe of the cerebrum are improved. Only through qigong practice can one prolong cerebral cortex resting time. the cerebral cortex remains in this suppression for a maximum of fourteen to sixteen seconds in a twenty-four hour time period. Through qigong. Powers of fluoroscoping (x-ray vision). and relevant functions of the cerebral nervous system are activated. bio-electric currents are strengthened. and improved. but very few of us know for sure about the function of the frontal lobe in the forehead area. hidden on a piece of folded paper. my martial arts teacher.
In this manner. Ideally Improving and Regulating the Functions of the Circulatory System It has been observed that a person in a qigong state automatically regulates his blood supply. so their blood supply is reduced and their heart gets a rest. one's blood supply is increased. their blood pressure began to . The experiment tested changes in red blood cell counts of patients who had come into contact with a qigong master. arterial sclerosis. published a report titled "Qigong is Scientific. the vessels immediately dilate. Guang Ming Daily. a major Chinese newspaper that focuses on science and culture. After five minutes of qigong practice. Shanghai Research Institute for Hypertension reported a study on one hundred cases of patients with hypertension. a patient's red blood cell count immediately rose and kept on rising afterwards. one can avoid coronary disease. What caused this phenomenon? It has been suggested that the energy level of the external qi emitted by the master was sufficiently high enough to enhance the functions of the blood-generating system. or stroke at a young age. This response enables vessel elasticity to not weaken with age. During a qigong state. The qigong master's blood count decreased since he was using energy and qi. He was only able to recover afterwards through constant qigong practice. After the qigong master emitted qi. while the master's red blood cell count decreased.Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 77 2. Being in a qigong state or coming into contact with a qigong master can significantly elevate red blood cell count. This is impossible for a non-qigong practitioner to achieve. and when the heart dilates blood vessels immediately contract. making them very sensitive. such as the bone marrow. When the heart contracts. one needs less blood. China. causing his red blood cell count to decrease." It described an experiment conducted by a research institute in Zhejiang province. This caused an increase in the patient's red blood cell count. When certain parts of the body need more blood. Qigong can also change the responsive functions of blood vessels. This is effective in maintaining good body shape and tone. It has also been discovered that qigong practice improves the blood microcirculation of the whole body.
After twenty minutes of qigong practice. and her headache was gone as well! Their home was about two hundred yards from mine and the treatment time was about fifteen minutes. I took her watch. indicating that qigong cures hypertension and does it fast. As soon as she finished drinking. I told him to stand by the window watching the Yangtze river with an empty mind. "any reaction?" He was ready to pass out. Chen Yunjong who worked in the City Health Bureau. offered to receive remote treatment from me for the experiment. A party secretary of Chongqing city sent a group to investigate my typical qigong patient treatment at the Chongqing Institute of Chinese Traditional Medicine. and Mr. "do you dare to drink this glass of water?" In China unboiled water is considered unsanitary. This group was specifically sent to investigate my distant diagnosis and fluoroscopy. since I don't believe it. They asked me to illustrate distant control. I told her to run home and take her mother's blood pressure. went to the sink to get a glass of tap water.78 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation drop. especially by people in the medical profession. people say you can exercise physical control over patients from a distance. "We have already investigated you. They had been writing about my seemingly miraculous treatments and called me an elf-like physician. and asked her. and her daughter asked me to treat her mother's hypertension. I had him stay in the inside room of the suite while I stayed in the outside room. Ninety seven patients were completely cured and three had relapses. I told him I might hurt him. I asked him from my room. But she said "I do. Soon she called and told me that her mother's pressure had dropped to a normal one hundred and twenty over eighty. However. and. There are many examples of hypertension patients being cured by qigong. and all the things we heard about you are true. their blood pressure dropped to the level it would normally be three hours after taking blood pressure reducing medication. A female army physician suffered from high blood pressure of one hundred and seventy eight over ninety eight. but still . please let me try. Qigong can also drop one's blood pressure as low as if one were in a state of shock." took the glass from me and drank it." he said earnestly. but he said he was not afraid. After a while.
iwful. or meeting a qigong master. Other components can also be modified. causing . It has also been found that those who attend qigong lectures and meet the master have the trace elements in their body regulated and improved. He was soaked with sweat. Increased zinc levels do more than just prolong life. The proportion of red blood cells. However.1 sharp drop in blood pressure. "Nothing!" Then I said. his pulse was too weak to he felt. and his breath was almost undetectable. achieve normal or significantly reduced sugar levels in their blood and urine. "good!" As soon as I finished speaking. wait a moment!" He collapsed on the floor. some say qigong can be effective in treating certain blood or other circulatory system illnesses. and hemoglobin are practically the same in young and old. white blood cells. These reactions occurred because stimulants in the blood were decreased. zinc is the most essential. attending a qigong lecture. and effective treatment for illness through I he improvement of those eighty enzymes. and also causes a drop in blood sugar. So we say that qigong practice promotes health. Among the fourteen trace elements in the human body. can significantly increase one's zinc level. According to some experiments. Some experiments on aging have found that longevity has little to do with one's nutrition or many of ilic components of blood. nutrition. old people do have less trace elements than young people. since the eighty enzymes have many functions. This indicates that trace elements are closely related to the length of life. Enzymes play an important role in the body's biochemical and physiological processes. or come in contact with a qigong master. I his condition prevents aging. . Experiments also show decreased dopamine and betahydroxyl levels in blood after qigong practice. Zinc is somehow related to the activity of the eighty enzymes in the body. one's blood corticosteroid level rises while beta-estradiol drops. he shouted. his face was pale.Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 79 pretended that he was all right and said. Therefore. "I feel . Investigators have observed that after practicing qigong. That is why diabetic patients who attend a qigong lecture.
much more than what is in your oxygen bottle. Force feeding oxygen to you from the oxygen bottle does not help solve the problem when you cannot inhale efficiently. Some masters practice in small smoke filled caves which lack oxygen. In a qigong state. Later. "as soon as I saw you. while at the same time the lung's effective absorption of oxygen increases. they don't need much oxygen while in a qigong state. . Our meeting started with a chat. I emitted qi to you in order to enable you to consume less and breathe in more oxygen. but he also consumes large amounts of oxygen so he cannot stay underwater for very long. they can stay underwater for an extended period of time.80 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation 3. the consumption of oxygen decreases. I explained to him. Qigong also decreases the consumption of oxygen. The point is. the capacity of tissues in the whole body to store oxygen and the capacity of the lungs is enhanced. Ideally Improving the Functions of the Respiratory System After a person enters a qigong state. qigong practice is much better than athletic training. Anyone who practices qigong knows that fresh air is not needed to practice qigong. a qigong practitioner does not need much oxygen. Qigong increases inhaling efficiency and expands the storage capacity of the entire lung tissues. Consequently. A long distance runner has lungs with large capacities." Improving and regulating the respiratory system through qigong practice is ideal. If a person has advanced training in internal qigong and practices breathing methods. As well. It is difficult to explain this phenomenon according to the lung capacity and oxygen needs of an ordinary person. However it is explainable from a qigong perspective. he pulled the oxygen tube out of his nostrils and has never used it again. Some people are able to stay alive while being buried underground in a coffin for six to seven days. In fact. A while into our chat. I treated a patient who was dependent on an oxygen bottle. there are large amounts of oxygen in the air.
five. gastro-enteritis. A qigong practitioner's saliva also has many substances like amylase. and whether it induces gastritis. This is because they are capable of transforming energy and making full use of stored energy to keep themselves alive." Do not spit saliva out after qigong practice. laryngitis. swish the saliva in the mouth. One may question how a person lives without food. Also. Qigong practitioners have a greater percentage of lysozyme in their saliva. A few even do not drink water. The effects of qigong on the human body result in an increase in the secretion of saliva. Saliva produced during a qigong state is called "golden essence and jade fluid. thereby augmenting chemical and mechanical digestion. In fact. it does not have the side-effects of antibiotics. However. intestinal fluids and stomach fluids. some qigong practitioners eat very little or do not eat at all. Ideally Improving and Regulating the Function of the Digestive System Qigong regulates the functions of the digestive system in two ways. protein. stomach and intestine secretions increase. qigong causes an increase in stomach and intestine peristalsis. When in a qigong state. everyone has nutrients stored in the body. biting the upper and lower teeth thirty-six times. One may question whether the stomach's gastric mucous membrane is eroded by the increased amount and concentration of gastric acid. yet pH value is automatically regulated. yet most people do not know how to transform and utilize them. for water can be absorbed through the skin pores. or more days may pass . for the increased gastric juice has the right pH value. Three. The stomach and intestinal secretions induced by qigong practice have nutritious substances not found in a non-qigong practitioner. and rotating the tongue in the mouth thirty-six times.Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 81 4. This is like self-serving antibiotics which have certain effects in curing oral infection. et cetera. which can inhibit and destroy bacteria. the gastric and intestinal fluid of qigong practitioners contain many nutrients. twenty. At certain stages of practice. First. then swallow it. Second. Some methods call for swishing thirtysix times. and trace elements. those with gastritis and duodenal ulcers don't have to worry.
) A qigong practitioner absorbs high energy substances from the universe that are unavailable to others. One can utilize the body's accumulated nutrition and transfer it to gastric and intestinal fluids for high quality nourishment. for instance. light also has a function in our body. Qigong practitioners do not merely absorb nutrients through their mouth and nose. so they do not have to eat much to maintain high energy levels. does not have to enter only through the mouth. but rather of absorbing nutrients in a different manner. In addition. When I say drop or . and still maintain high energy levels. This also improves the digestive system. In this way both digestion and absorption are greatly improved. It is not a question of eating. In this manner one can eat less or even not eat for a length of time. They can use many other ways to absorb high energy substances for nourishment. Water. Light does not have to enter only through our eyes. much of the nutrition from the food that a non-qigong practitioner eats is evacuated in the stools. (Like a plant that needs photosynthesis. A qigong practitioner's metabolism of adrenaline or demethylated adrenaline decreases. Due to poor absorption.82 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation without eating food. yet one can still be energized by absorbing self-transformed high energy substances. the secretion of corticosteroid and growth hormone drops. The wonder of a qigong practitioner is that they can efficiently absorb the nutrition in the food they eat. That is why qigong is an ideal way of improving the digestive system of the body. especially of the small intestine. This regulates the levels of certain hormones in the human body. 5. but the period of secretion is lengthened. lengthening the period of hormone secretions. One may go without food for a long period of time when the absorption of high energy substances is enhanced. the qigong state strengthens intestinal peristalsis and improves micro-circulation. Ideally Improving the Function of the Endocrine System Investigation has shown that entering a qigong state can significantly improve endocrine function.
and is why older people often break their bones when they fall. Elevated need of hormones leads to more secretion. But too much steroid medication will affect hormonal levels and bring on side effects such as a swollen face ("full moon face"). and are secreted by the endocrine system. which causes menopausal syndrome. male or female. at the . Diseases such as myocarditis and arthritis are not easily cured. Yet. However. the amount of collagen in the skeleton decreases. Steroids are also used for advanced stage cancer patients. is closely related to their hormonal level. 6. and the massive growth of muscles on the back ("water buffalo back"). but that less is needed and the secretion period is extended. and decreased need leads to less secretion accompanied by an extended period of secretion. The overall health of a person. some women over the age of sixty can still bear child because their period of ovarian hormone secretion has been prolonged.Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 83 decrease. As one ages. and steroids are often used in treatment. I endocrine dysfunction. However. This causes bones to become more brittle and less flexible. I do not imply insufficiency. Some women. their ovarian secretions decrease and they stop having their period. Qigong practice does not bring on these side effects. can be regulated and corrected through qigong practice. for it automatically regulates the hormonal level. 1 think this may be due to the effect of hormones. Steroid medication commonly relieves arthritis pain immediately and modifies the symptoms. The Capacity to Affect Changes in Muscular and Skeletal Systems Practicing qigong can help prevent early aging of the skeleton. Some arthritis sufferers find their joint pain alleviated or improved after attending a qigong lecture. steroids are present in the human body. This level can be ideally regulated through qigong practice. In addition. upon attaining the age of forty-nine or so. while the amount of calcium increases. young girls aged fourteen to eighteen who do not have regular periods can help regulate their endocrine system if they or their parents practice qigong. experience that their internal secretions become dysfunctional.
the amount of collagen in the bones does not decrease with age. Her husband was afraid she would fall. I told him: "Leave her alone. bones grow in four places in the human body: teeth. and his skeleton and tendons did not age. Qigong practice pays special emphasis to the exercise of bones.84 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation age of eighty-seven. His whole body was as flexible and soft as a child's. The more one kowtows. get stiff or rigid. "First let me test you." After thirty minutes she ran back in high spirits. China. Her husband brought her to me. Are you willing to do this?" "I am. the better she felt. Then I told her. their punishment is to kowtow. "You must comply with my orders!" "Of course. Then I said. In this manner. osteoporosis can also be corrected through qigong practice. my martial arts teacher Master Haiden still practiced "Tongzi Gong" (Young Child Skill). a forty or fifty year old woman from Liaoning province. Her husband saw her and shouted "Sit down quickly! Sit down quickly! Move around and see if you are completely recovered. he could jump up and down from a six foot tall stump with no difficulty. Mrs. which was one of his four ingenious abilities. and the two patellae in the knees. I will!" she continued.if a student forgets a movement or makes a mistake. This was during the evening. and she was wearing highheeled shoes. I told her right away. Yang. the more they realize it is a form of qigong practice. You are expected to be very adventurous!" "Certainly!" she replied. Ancient qigong masters teach qigong using the method of punishment . She remarked that the more she ran." His outburst spoiled the entire healing by asking the wrong . the frontal cranial bone. "My treatment is very different. This was quite a remarkable achievement. Some qigong practitioners practice biting their teeth and "kowtow" (dropping on both knees and hitting the frontal cranial bone on the floor) to strengthen these post-natal bones. Growing older will not result in premature aging or degenerative changes in the bones." she answered as she left. had osteoporosis at the patellae of her knees. and I recognized that she had two very visible osteophytes measuring six to seven mm. For a qigong practitioner. With this ability. After birth. Go out for a walk and run and then come back for my treatment.
They knew lhat I treat patients by chatting with them. Practicing internal qigong is better than practicing martial arts since qigong can produce. one can produce strong magnetic signals which have . because under the influence of enkephalin. "Quickly look at our daughter's spinal column! Dr. it must be fine!" The mother quickly pulled up the back of the daughter's blouse. Of course. This can reinforce (lie signal of being sick and make the problem more difficult to cure. her father said to me. I told her to go out a second time. Under the influence of qigong. Knkephalin is a naturally occurring substance of the endorphin family in the human body. Qigong can exert a tremendous influence over the muscular motion system. Its analgesic or pain relieving effect is many times more effective than that of morphine. Osteoporosis can be improved through qigong practice as well. This shows that qigong can affect the bones of the body. Another case involved a girl with an S-shaped spinal column who was almost refused admission to graduate school because of her condition. the vertebrae are normal!" Her mother interrupted and tried to explain her daughter's illness. for there are some that serve a protective purpose. large amounts of enkephalin. When I heard the father's comment. but so I could transmit more signals to her. A good qigong practitioner is not afraid of being hit or beaten. in the brain and intestinal walls. Everyone has this substance. she found the spinal column looking normal and very straight. the qigong signals I transmitted to her were diminished. Yan Xin said that nothing is the matter. To her surprise. "You can see my daughter's lumbar vertebrae. one can produce large amounts of enkephalin. but ordinarily don't produce much of it. not all osteoporosis can or should be eliminated. In order to compensate. not as a punishment. Her father invited me to their home. I answered immediately "Nothing is the matter. Furthermore. but the father interrupted by saying. through qigong. muscle reflex is decreased.I do not want patients telling me about their illness. When she returned her legs were normal. As a result. When I entered the house. and excite the body's morphine receptors to accept the enkephalin easily. This time her husband knew better than to interfere.Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 85 question." He did not dare mention the word "sick" .
" he answered. in one stroke. and especially the arms of qigong practitioners are particularly strong." In Chengdu City I met two men. as if he was . I interrupted. "It would be great if I could do two thousand times. " Xiao Zhou. If I do it intermittently and slowly I can do four to five hundred times. Master Haiden could poke into a big bundle of sand wrapped in cow hide and hemp sacking. a punch by a martial arts expert is about several hundred pounds of force. This might explain certain qigong abilities such as Golden Bell Shield and Iron Cotton Clothes that protect one from being hurt during car accidents or physical confrontations. Generally speaking. can easily throw a punch of over a thousand pounds of force. they wanted to learn from me. he could not stop. Using his index and middle fingers. qi and force. "You should do at least two thousand in a stretch!" I said just this one sentence while emitting quite strong qi to him. When they discovered that I practice internal qigong. or even several thousand pounds of force. one will regret this for life. one will enjoy countless wonderful benefits. He was not paying attention. you have studied martial arts for about ten years. I went back home and found them very sincere. who practiced martial arts. What is more. Influenced by qigong. How many times can you lift your sixty pound dumbbells? Two hands at the same time and strictly following the form?" He replied. They had done many good deeds. Finally in 1984. However a good internal qigong practitioner with focused consciousness. The limbs. so I asked. There is a saying by some ancient masters: "To learn martial arts without internal qigong." A few days later Chen reported to me that Zhou became incredible . the muscular tension of extensors and flexors are strengthened while the period of constant exercise is extended.86 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation anesthetic and analgesic effects. once he started punching with the dumbbell. To learn internal qigong without martial arts.after he went home he was able to do two thousand times in a stretch. They followed me for more than ten years but never got a chance to learn from me. "I can do fifty times at a stretch when I do it properly. Zhou and Chen. but smiled at me and said. An internal qigong practitioner may have ten times the muscular strength of a martial artist.
they called to tell me that the symptoms disappeared and the body temperature was completely normal. Using qigong methods to . I am having a fever. I then told Chen to give Zhou a message that he should be able to add another fifteen hundred. This is because he entered into a qigong state and received signals from me.Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 87 having spontaneous movements. I told her to immediately ask her husband how he felt. I he husband answered that he was feeling much better. some people can lick a red hot steel plate or hold red hot charcoals. Where did he get this strength? From excited qi energy. "Bring down my fever. until the sickness qi was expelled out of his body. his fever was gone. He practiced the qigong method I taught him. thinking. Quite a number of people use qigong practice to bring down fever." Subsequently. The following morning. His wife phoned me in Shenzhen from Beijing to ask my help. In terms of high level qigong. The method I taught him was to sit still and practice qigong. Some can even walk on fire or dip their hands in boiling oil. and the more he practiced. Guangdong province. I asked her three times. When he used to get a common cold he would treat it by taking medicine. Before long I was told that he could do about thirty-five hundred punches in a stretch. Adjusting Skin Temperature and Controlling the Body Temperature Center After practicing qigong. A patient in Beijing suddenly became very sick with an unbearable stomach ache. the better he felt. This is the sixth mechanism. after the third time her husband said his symptoms were almost gone. I experimented with teaching a patient how to reduce fever. He said he felt a current of qi flowing in his body. starting in his thumb. 7. the changes in the muscular and skeletal systems are quite special and very mysterious because the strength of certain parts of the body can be increased many times immediately. The explanation behind these feats is that skin temperature can be adjusted. Another example happened when I was conducting qigong experiments in Shenzhen.
phase. and period. wave amplitude. their brain starts to have sufficient blood flow. it will cause the heart to stop beating in one thousandth of a second. 1 have conducted experiments in which I adjusted the electric resistance and potential between the two hands so the body is not harmed by the current. 8. I let live electricity (two hundred and thirty volts of alternating current) pass from me to another person. Once the current passes through their body. When I touched him with my hand. showing a voltage. and he held the ground wire. he would not feel the tingling. The electric stylus lit up when touching my body. In Jilin province. the atria tremor symptoms suddenly disappeared. But the electric stylus did not light up when touching his body. et cetera. If this were a rigged experiment.88 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation adjust skin temperature and the body temperature center is very rapid. I have conducted experiments in which I hold a two hundred and thirty volt live electric wire in my right hand and the ground wire in the other hand. a qigong master can use his consciousness to adjust the electric potential and electrical resistance between the two sides of a human body. especially if someone has cerebral hypoxia (insufficient supply of oxygen to the brain). After going through my body. his hand was tingling. Within one minute of the current passing through him. This is why he was . Adjusting the Electric Potential of the Skin Changing the Electrical Resistance of the Body and After entering a qigong state. I have used this method to practice qigong. the voltage of the electricity dropped below thirty-six volts. showing no voltage. I treated an elderly patient from the Ministry of Petroleum who suffered from atria. which can also offer benefits. I held the live wire. In another qigong electricity experiment. This includes wave form. These phenomena demonstrated that the electricity followed my direction. The human heart can benefit from an electric current. Anyone who understands electricity is aware that when a two hundred and thirty volt alternating current live wire is connected to the ground wire through a human body.
Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 89 not harmed even though he felt the voltage. Research found that qigong practice or contact with a qigong master significantly increased the count. using qigong ability to regulate electric voltage. The body's resistance to disease as well as immune functions are naturally strengthened through qigong practice. This enhances the power of lymphocyte SCE (sisterly chromosomes single body exchange rate) in humans. This includes blood immunity. some people can close their eyes and see lights flashing in their heads. Another research group observed that external qi increases the rate of DNA formation from lymphocytes in the peripheral blood. the stylus did not light up. Although I was not touching the wire. It documents extrasensory function. . cellular immunity and non-specific immunity. from two hundred and twenty volts to one volt. The opening of the heavenly eye can be achieved through qigong practice. Furthermore. Then I asked a third person to hold the live wire and let him touch the person holding the ground wire. intuitive. In experiments on white mice. but when we tested both of them with an electric stylus. The same experiment with white mice increased their specific coagulant count in blood serum. This is equivalent to the qigong practice of opening one's heavenly eye (see Chapter I 1). Ideally Improving function of the Body and Regulating the Immune Qigong can improve and regulate the immune function of the body. researchers discovered that qigong's external qi. 9. phagocytic capacity (ability to destroy harmful substances). I was able to lower the voltage. as well as the count of eosimophile (therapeutic bacteria). There was no voltage reading for either of them. Both felt the tingling. can raise the phagocytic rate of spleen lymphocytes. When electric current passes through their bodies. including "message water" (plain tap water treated by a qigong master). I can regulate the voltage by will. This is the eighth functional mechanism of qigong: regulating the skin's electric potential and changing the body's resistance. This experiment is very simple. and the phagocytic index of white blood cells. and convincing.
In December of 1987 he came to Beijing to see me. and mushrooms grow unusually large. After meeting him for a few minutes. It can both destroy and make bacteria grow. To summarize. and third place in the long jump. he was suffering with abnormal blood. After seven days. If one can emit external qi. He could not even walk. it increases. qigong affects a human body and adjusts and improves the immune system. He could hear subsonic waves and developed fluoroscopic ability. 10. transfer energy or emit external qi. they will be able to change the state and characteristics of living organisms. Prior to qigong treatment. very low immunity and an extremely weakened body. Qigong's effect on immunity is bidirectional. it diminishes. I suggested that he sleep in a single room. For instance. After my qigong treatment in December 1987. It has been reported that after emitting his . Causing Human Beings to Emit External Qi and Transfer Energy After a person practices qigong. He won first place in a long distance run. During the treatment he also acquired many extrasensory functions. he reported to me that by the second day. 1988 he took part in his school's Track and Field events. He now works in Shenyang City as a teacher. and the mucosa of his body were completely eroded. who suffered from Behcet's syndrome. This is an element of qigong that often cannot be achieved through medicine. On October 4. His symptoms of mucosal erosion completely disappeared on the third day. one can make seeds sprout and flowers blossom ahead of time. Liaoning Province. When the body needs increased immunity.90 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation I once treated a patient from Shenyang City. he transformed into an entirely new person. he felt his condition was visibly improved. The effects of qigong are also automatically adjusted. and when the body needs decreased immunity. A Chinese TV station actually interviewed him. and they may be able to release high energy substances. their bodily functions are enhanced. His immune functions were severely degraded. temporarily separated from his wife.
don't punish me. "Don't worry about it. During the treatment. Experiments on the effects of qigong on plant chromosomes have found positive and negative effects. on a qigong experiment on bacteria. Her legs were swollen and spongy. One day." I said. even the horn wouldn't work. Zhu. Signals would pass through and affect him. I was in a car which could not start. One can also transfer illness from humans to animals. and could be indented if one pressed their fingers on them. he insisted on introducing a patient with gallstones to me. his gall bladder became painful. Her boy went to the toilet about six times while we were talking. but he would not listen." Then I suggested that Prof. what's wrong with me? Today I ate dry rice and drank nothing. "Dr. I chatted with Prof. Why did I have to go to the toilet six times. Zhu's legs was expelled through the boy. As soon as he mentioned the patient's name. In 1987 in Beijing. Feng Lida. Yan. and every time passing such a large amount of water? Do you think I suffer from nephritis? You had better treat me for it. One of them was her teenage son Lu Qiang. a qigong master. . Some people emitted their qi to a tree. Her legs were no longer swollen and could not be indented. a qigong master in Yunnan Province grew a mushroom that weighed over two pounds. In Tsinghua University. causing the tree to become sick. deputy superintendent of the General Hospital of the Chinese Navy. They found that external qi can either destroy or make the bacteria grow. This is especially true for an elderly person. Zhu roll up her pants and let me examine her legs. Six people were present at the time. I warned the Chairman of the Liaoning Qigong Association not to personally introduce patients to me. "Uncle Yan. It's leaves and skin exhibited strange phenomena. You must treat it for me!" Using qigong. Finally. The water in Prof. The battery was dead. Associate Professor Zhu suffered with edema. In Beijing. My gall bladder is really painful and that is no exaggeration. collaborated with Dr. both protective and destructive. electricity can be transmitted without electrical wires.Ten Mechanisms of Qigong Healing 91 external qi. In Liaoning province I had a similar experience. Bao Guiwen. I was successful with similar experiments on people. Finally Lu Qiang asked me. he told me.
The bi-directionality of qigong effects is the key to qigong healing. in a few minutes the smoke disappeared and the car cooled. there would be a terrible explosion. "Try to start the car.the car had been charged. I am sure that it will run now. but could not get one quickly. There was too much electricity sent to the car! We feared that if the gas in the car ignited. Let me try. "Can we transmit a little electricity down here?" Suddenly the front of the car began to smoke." He turned the key and the car started . I thought. I was only trying to get a little electricity from the high voltage line. I said to the driver." I looked up and saw a high voltage line nearby. . It was so hot that one's hand could be scorched by touching the car.92 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation The driver called for a new battery. "Maybe I can think of a solution. My driver was very scared and we rushed out of the car. Due to the bi-directional effect of qigong. I said. The above are the ten mechanisms through which qigong achieves its effects. but did not control the experiment very well. These examples demonstrate that the functional mechanisms of qigong are varied.
We ought to merge three religions into one. Taoism. have much qigong content. There are many qigong methods and thousands of schools. such as Buddhism. that root is a qigong principle. It will enable us to learn one principle. this turns 93 . What is the best way to practice and learn qigong? Are there any secrets? I will briefly elaborate on this and analyze the relationship between qigong methods and qigong principles. This qigong content. Confucism. and qigong methods embody qigong principles.Chapter Eight Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods A mind endowed with intuition sees the light at the first hint. ten thousand methods into one root or one qigong principle. Some people estimate there are thirty-six hundred schools of qigong. should be learned comprehensively. et cetera. helping us to understand three. according to ancient masters. A qigong principle that can be traced back from ten thousand qigong methods is a fundamental of qigong." This means that some religions." or "nine religions have a common root. Mastering one helps us to master a hundred. Many look at it this way: Ten thousand qigong methods go back to one root. Qigong practitioners pay close attention to qigong methods. The relationship between the two must be clearly understood: Qigong principles govern and control qigong methods. and are interested in learning qigong principles. There is a saying that "three religions have one common root.
Book of Luo. Five Elements. Yin and Yang. Energy. we are now able to "advocate qigong methods and advocate qigong principles. To borrow a qigong saying from the past. Eight Trigrams. Eight Trigrams. Meridian Channels. acquiring understanding by analogy. This qigong principle can then be applied and promoted. What are qigong principles and what is their content? The principles of qigong can be divided into four aspects: basic qigong theories. and philosophy. "a mind endowed with intuition sees the light at the first hint. Five Movements and Six Qi's. the principles of qigong practice. They see the basic qigong mechanism as one of . there are numerous basic theories of qigong. These Traditional Chinese Medicine theories and systematic qigong theories have very broad content. the mechanisms of qigong power will not be discussed here. Nine Palaces. and Generation and Transmutation of Three Treasures (Essence. Five Elements." we will be able to learn one and be able to understand three. we can then concentrate on qigong methods. and the mechanisms of qigong power. Luo Su (Book of Luo)." After we understand the general principles of qigong. At this point we will be able "see the light at the first hint. This theoretical system serves to elaborate the theories of correspondence between human beings and the universe. physics. However. Among these theories. The first two aspects relate to a broad concept of qigong and its practice. The second two aspects relate to qigong methods and power (applications). These include the theories of He Tu (Pictures of Rivers). Nine Palaces. the theories of Pictures of Rivers.94 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation quantitative changes into qualitative changes. and Spirit). the principles of qigong methods. Internal Organs." There is a saying. Five Movements and Six Qi's deal with an integrated theoretical system of mathematics. Basic Theories According to available reference materials. master one and master a hundred. People who want to learn qigong or receive qigong treatment must have some understanding of qigong principles. Yin and Yang. medicine. We shall briefly describe them. chemistry.
when combined. The first set of theories are from the past. and Generation and Transmutation of Three Treasures (Essence. as well as the interrelation of all information. houses. T h e theories of Meridian Channels. . among all human beings.and postbirth are much more understood. we may say that a connection exists between human beings and all things in nature. we transform tangible substances in the body. our parents and ancestors. Principles of Qigong Practice The principles of qigong practice contain the following aspects. the universe. magnetic fields. and Spirit) are an academic discipline addressing the relations between pre. create a theory of the union between the universe and human beings.the theory of pre. the essence of human beings should be continuously cultivated through specific methods. These connections are the content of the basic qigong theoretical system. Through continuous cultivation. In other words. and receive much attention in our modern times. but not pure fog. Cultivating essence into qi is the process that most contemporary qigong methods focus on. et cetera.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 95 correspondence between human beings and the universe . sunlight. the earth. cultivating qi into spirit. as well as the future through one's children.and post-birth. into vaporized or fog-like subtle substances. Cultivating essence into qi. such as internal fluids and blood. Ordinary qigong practice consists of these three types of cultivation with an emphasis on "cultivation. The second set are more commonly accepted nowadays ." First. These are the three types of cultivation. These two theories. but also with the past. grandchildren and the many generations to follow. Internal Organs. they are human body sciences familiar to contemporary human beings. the earth and human beings. This is just a description. a substitute word for the cultivation of essence into qi. Energy. and cultivating spirit to generate wonders.as a comprehensive theoretical system that combines information of the universe. water. Using modern language. We are not only connected with the present. and between human beings and air.
In this process we let the already refined subtle substances in the body circulate and turn into spirit. It is something that cannot be totally explained. flashes and shows once in a while. the gate of all mysteries is called wonder. qi is further cultivated into spirit. But then. Spirit is a substance and a phenomenon of the special functions the substance possesses. like a flashing strobe light. Mysterious wonder is something that can be grasped." Starting from subtle wonder. matter has very high energy. apparently real." At the beginning of practice. seemingly existing and not existing. It gradually emerges. If we cannot recognize patterns it likely is mysterious wonder." Lao Tzu's "Tao Te Ching" describes qigong as three wonders: "wonder. wonder. The second wonder is called "mysterious wonder. sometimes present and sometimes not present. At this stage.96 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation Second. it is very subtle." The first wonder is called "subtle wonder. mysterious and very mysterious. in Changchun City of Jilin province. The process of cultivating qi into spirit is conducted through subconsciousness. While this is called spirit. it gradually becomes mysterious. How is it mysterious? It comes and goes without any trace. wonder. When this high energy substance is transformed into energy. elusive and dynamic. difficult to grasp." it has a very different meaning. it manifests as certain marvelous effects. and others may agree. Through practicing qigong. We may feel it is very mysterious. and often when we talk about this phenomenon it disappears. but at this point is difficult to understand unless your special abilities have fully manifested. yet not real. miraculous phenomena. One may ask. "What is this phenomenon?" It is very hard to fully grasp. "cultivating spirit to generate wonders.this is what is meant by the saying. but possessing a certain wonder. changes inside and outside the body are very subtle. Further cultivation of the substance called "spirit" generates wonders . it may suddenly reappear. once we acknowledge that it has disappeared. It seems to have a form yet be formless. a student named Du. After practicing qigong incredible phenomenon frequently occur. This is called spirit because incredible phenomena can occur. it may appear as a flashing in the eyes. became able to transport . such as in "spirit and ghost.
" When people eat a lot of food.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 97 things with his mind. These functions are demonstrable and controllable. They can be controlled by consciousness. According to integrated qigong methods. Others also feel it is mysterious. a qigong practitioner can automatically control them. just a thought makes things disappear. This is the principle of qigong practice which includes four types of cultivation.and he doesn't know where it has gone! If you ask him to demonstrate this skill. "cultivating spirit to generate wonder. he cannot do it. He is only able to move things away. There is great wonder." Further cultivation of the functions of the spirit generates "virtuality" (as in virtual reality). The advancement of qigong abilities means the appearance of incredible qigong functions. make them disappear. All he does is think about the object. or even automatically controlled. cannot grasp it. Cultivating the spirit to return to virtuality means further cultivation of the substance called "spirit. With the thought "are my keys in my pocket. then cultivating the virtuality to merge with Tao. cannot explain it. he cannot do it. But when he is not consciously doing it. the third cultivation is "cultivating spirit to generate wonders. and it disappears . "Virtuality" does not mean "nothingness." "Virtual" is the opposite of "substantial." his bag disappears." In high-level qigong. his thoughts have moved it away. T h e next step is cultivating the spirit to return to virtuality. Therefore. One step further is "incredible wonder. so. this wonder includes the concepts of "virtuality" and "Tao. at this stage it is considered mysterious wonder. When qigong abilities reach a certain level. This is an example of mysterious wonder." At this stage a qigong practitioner understands and has control over the qigong ability. . yet this skill is very mysterious. But if you ask him to demonstrate this phenomenon. With the thought "has my bag been stolen. more cultivation is needed." the keys disappear. these three types of cultivation are not enough." Subtle wonder. so mysterious that one who possesses it cannot understand or grasp it fully." There is a saying. mysterious wonder and incredible wonder are the three wonders of Taoist Qigong. The bag has not been taken away.
and transform. neutrinos. "Virtual qi" comes instantly and is not controlled by this "substance." In ancient times." enabling it to transform instantaneously. Yet. the meaning of "virtuality" in the qigong community is as follows. for things that existed but could not be seen by humans. and "virtual" states in which energies do work." "Virtuality" means that no place. A child .98 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation the stomach and intestines contain something that can be called "substantial. does not mean they do not exist. have an existential and positional meaning. but it does have a certain structure in which space and time are merged together and cannot easily be separated." This "virtuality" can still support us when there is no food. "virtual" is a very vivid and appropriate term. In high energy physics. They cannot be regarded as purely "nothingness." can prevent "virtual qi" from arriving. "virtual" substantial energies. however "substantial. We want to cultivate it to be accurate. We will not discuss the theory of four dimensionality since it is still theoretically controversial. equivalent to matter. Thus. special functions become very profound and changeable. and can do work which results in very rare and odd phenomena. just like imaginary numbers in mathematics. "virtuality" was a description. Experts now say that the nature of matter can no longer be described by the concepts of general physics. These things cannot be characterized by weight or size." But when the food is digested. et cetera. to be able to go to many places. At this point. Matter is now described and represented by its energy. We want to cultivate "spirit. There are people who have demonstrated an ability to pass through solid walls." There are "virtual" substances. return. Virtuality is not something substantial that our eyes can see. This substance has a higher energy. mesons. to exist without any substantial form. and it does not occupy the spatial structure we just mentioned. "Virtual" substances." It is similar to the often-discussed meaning of four dimensions. Qigong has a similar meaning. the stomach and intestines become "empty" or "virtual. and energy is used to represent matter. This is called "virtuality. basic matter is classified into more than 200 species of particles. This "virtuality" is "virtual qi. We all recognize that just because we cannot see or touch things.
spirit. and Tao. At this "Tao" stage. and is even more advanced. This explains the incredible qigong functions demonstrated by qigong practitioners who have come out of anonymity. Each substance. virtuality. Even the wallpaper was not damaged. If the structure of matter can be changed." This is a step forward. grasp. and Tao. When cultivating the substance. These are the four aspects of the content. besides existing qigong theories. a human being can truly correspond to. The slow motion of the videotape showed that although he was walking through the wall. cultivating spirit to return to virtuality. While doing the experiment. virtuality. communicate with. cultivating qi into spirit.essence. and modify Nature. In addition. contains these four aspects of content. qi.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 99 from Sichuan demonstrated this ability. a term to describe a substance. Why five processes? Because these five terms represent five stages." in many respects one has merged with Nature. it is changeable. spirit. and also a state at which the substance is working (a functional state). and can modify things and events. qi. the next step is that it is possible to modify nature. There are four steps of cultivation and five processes. These are the four types of cultivation: cultivating essence into qi. and our usual "substance" cannot block it. essence. he was videotaped walking right through the wall." At this stage. five substances. phenomena associated with energy being transformed into functions. that can fully explain these incredible qigong phenomenon. adapt to. Further cultivation becomes "cultivating virtuality to merge into Tao. each step of our qigong practice must cultivate these four aspects. and they should not be regarded as mere functions. In fact they contain substances. there are five processes . energy for the substance to do work. It means that "the Tao follows Nature. In this case it means the laws or power in Taoist Qigong. Presently there are no other theories. Therefore. when one's qigong power reaches the level of "merging with Tao. we must cultivate . At this point humans have some degree of influence over Nature. the wall was not damaged at all. and cultivating virtuality to merge with Tao. This is equivalent to "virtual qi" in qigong. The meaning of "Tao" is not the same as used in Taoism.
locations. qi. What is the meaning of handling interference? Well. we must reduce. expel. and properly handle interference. The fourth aspect is a functional state." Principles of qigong methods are actually detailed practice methods. mind.100 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation until the substance is generated and refined. avoid. There are issues relating to the organs. We need to cultivate and elevate it's energy before releasing it. we need to release the energy of this substance. spirit. Confucianism cares about moral conduct. eliminating interference is the first step. and Tao. but we also exhibit exemplary conduct towards the people around us and all our masters. and body adjustments. virtuality. Among the detailed methods in the practice process. These four aspects are the comprehensive contents of qigong practice in each process of cultivating essence. Cultivating virtue is the one principle. Being relaxed. there is one principle and three preparations. interference exists at all times and in all places. and . Having this substance does not mean we can release it. This is the third aspect associated with qigong functions that manifest during the process of releasing energy. Taoism is concerned with virtue in accordance with Nature. more will come. One Principle: Virtue Cultivation One principle is cultivating virtue. In terms of detailed methods. which requires that we not only are completely honest and sincere towards our master and family members. tranquil. Virtue here is a very broad concept. Even after we have expelled interference through our practice. After the substance has emerged. Principles of Qigong Methods Principles of qigong methods can be summarized by the following two phrases: "eliminate interference" and "continuous self-supplementation and self-practice. and methods by which the energy is released. there are three adjustments. To eliminate interference. breathing. We need to be able to properly handle interference. Releasing energy is a process called qigong function. and natural are the three preparations. Additionally.
the mind of cultivation. After character. accumulating virtue. the big picture is the same. The first aspect is moral conduct as emphasized by Confucianism. and at the same time performing meritorious deeds. as well as possessing no desires. emphasize beneficence. This stresses forgetting ourselves. Moral conduct refers to having no desires. there is character. The first three aspects are the mind of moral conduct. character and action. . Though they differ in minor details. the mind of respect. The other aspects are the mind of justice. After mind. Different schools of qigong. and accomplishing extremely large good deeds." The third aspect is beneficence as emphasized by Buddhism. and the mind of beneficence. We should move from our mind's conscious thoughts to our character which is dictated by the twenty-four hour continuous subconsciousness. These qualities should be established step by step. T h e essential meaning of this message is that if we pay attention to virtue and achieve the ten aspects of virtues. including at least ten aspects. or merely prepare to practice qigong. According to ancient qigong masters. If we can achieve these ten aspects of virtue. selfish ideas and distracting thoughts. and the mind of illumination. emphasize Taoist virtue. et cetera. It is not enough to just talk about common goodness. we will greatly reduce interference. The second aspect is virtue in accordance with Nature. the mind of mercy. then I will be able to accomplish this and do that. These are the messages from my qigong masters. or reducing selfish desires.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 101 Buddhism advocates beneficence. We should also take concrete action and accomplish things in our life. the mind of Taoist virtue. emphasize justice. the mind of equality. when we start practicing qigong. virtue in qigong covers a broad range. Each of the ten aspects also has three facets of its own: mind. as emphasized by Taoism. At the beginning of practice. the mind of truthfulness. Our character should emphasize moral conduct. such as Buddhist Qigong and Taoist Qigong generally agree on this point. we move to our actions and then to life. This Taoist virtue stresses being selfless and taking no action before one is ready. try not to have distracting thoughts such as "I want to achieve a very high level all at once.
being relaxed includes relaxed mind. Whether or not we are able to absorb this information depends on whether our thoughts are in accord with them. Any part of the body. this is called synchronized resonance. This principle includes the above ten aspects. Their thoughts are not up to standard. They treat qigong as something fun to do when they are not busy doing other activities. They are also relative. should be in a relatively relaxed state. sometimes we use our strength. the physiological and biochemical processes of the entire body should be relaxed. From consciousness to the whole body. Even bones and joints should be relaxed. no matter what method we are practicing.102 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation we have already absorbed information from many people. the original meanings of these masters is merely the information itself but not its content. Being relaxed means being in a state with a relaxed mind and consciousness. Often. If this happens. but are merely satisfied with general health and fitness. This is the one principle in qigong method. Many people are now interested in learning qigong. Three Preparations: Relaxation. otherwise we cannot resonate with them. and natural. It does not mean we have so little physical strength in our body that we cannot walk or sit still. This is up to us. No matter what you do. We should be relatively relaxed. It is critical that we be able to synchronize our thoughts with the master's. tranquil. In modern terminology. Qigong emphasizes great virtue. The key here is to have a relaxed consciousness. A relaxed consciousness governs the relaxation of the . body and breathing. but at the same time we are relaxed. Among these conditions. This does not mean that we do not use our strength. Tranquillity and Naturalness The three preparations or conditions are being relaxed. then the "yao" (the important substance produced after successful qigong practice) will not be there. Its aspiration is far-reaching and great. interior or exterior. Qigong is not only for our physical health. we cannot get away from these three preparations or conditions. particularly from high-level qigong masters. but also for our whole family and the people around us. relatively tranquil and relatively natural.
we can be in a tranquil state while speaking. this is the true meaning of being relaxed. Therefore. The concept of tranquillity should not be understood too narrowly. then your genuine consciousness. follow the topic and participate in the conversation. the switch has been turned on. and from stillness.the tranquillity of our consciousness. from quietness. Whether we have prepared well or not is judged by whether our subconsciousness appears or not. twenty-four hour practice is based on this principle of turning on the switch. it will be a mistake which prevents our qigong practice from being elevated to higher levels. original consciousness. a preparation. Tranquillity should be understood in a similar way. If your consciousness is not relatively tranquil. If we listen without excessive random thoughts we fall into a tranquil state. This genuine consciousness does not require quietness. For example. entering a tranquil state is just a precondition. there is tranquillity within tranquillity . Only when our latent energy is being activated is our qigong level elevated. In this way. and we can carry out our own routine. If we insist on staying in that tranquil state. Then we are able to get into a tranquil state while keeping our mind from being hurried or having many wandering thoughts. from motion. In both a noisy and quiet environment one can instantly enter into a tranquil state. Here tranquillity includes the meaning of stillness as well as motion . it can exist in noisiness. When the switch is on.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 103 whole body whether the body is relaxed in form or not. After it appears. or subconsciousness will not appear. Upon reaching a deep tranquil state. If we blindly focus on general tranquillity." When we meet this condition. when latent energy or the subconsciousness . We should be relaxed but not be slack. we do not have to concern ourselves with tranquillity any more for the "gates have been opened. We should be tranquil but not static. we can seek a tranquil state from loudness. Tranquillity in qigong is a critical step in clearing the obstacles to activating the latent abilities in your body. the subconsciousness will emerge. we are in a different state. Therefore. Then the tranquil state is no longer tranquil.stillness contains motion. We only need to follow it. Second.
relaxation. but possibly this position does not seem natural! If we think carefully. it means that our internal signals are coming . when our subconsciousness tells us to get in the full lotus we should do it immediately. the opportunity only comes once! One should be natural.104 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation appears. We do not seek a state of unconditional relaxation." Eventually." Try to find a position that is relatively natural. We should not mechanically follow the surface meaning of certain words in the qigong method because there are certain conditions associated with them. can we sit. our subconsciousness tells us to adopt a certain position. we will send it away. stand. This fact is easily overlooked by many people." In the beginning we should "take no action unless we are ready. we can then "take actions everywhere. or that we let everything happen arbitrarily. not too awkward. We may come to a sudden realization that this position is indeed the most natural one. Letting things take their own course means things take their own course in a subconscious state. It does not mean that everything is natural. Only later can we "take action everywhere. however. In this manner. "naturalness" is conditional. At the same time. it is also different from a half lotus leg crossing. they require conditions as well. They themselves are conditions. Sometimes there are exceptions." Only when we are able to understand and modify nature. The effects of full lotus leg crossing are very different from a loose leg position. Naturalness is relative. It is unnatural for people who cannot get into this position. I am not able to cross my legs" we will miss the opportunity. Sometimes. tranquillity and naturalness are conditional. This type of unending naturalness is not effective. If we have even one negative thought. tranquillity or naturalness. "naturalness" is also letting things run their own course. when we achieve a high level. and are necessary for our development. Conditions are everywhere. but not too natural. or do anything at will. and is not capitalizing on our opportunities. This is a mistake. Hence. No always letting we can matter which qigong method we discuss. there is a relative "naturalness. we may become aware. If do this. Take full lotus leg crossing as an example. But. such as "Oh.
If this thought comes from our own mind. and consistent with our qigong practice. It may even be that messages from other people suddenly enter our mind asking us to kill someone. then we have a problem. cultivate and train our character. None of the three adjustments can be independently accomplished without them. We should pay attention to virtue.we absolutely must not! This is breaking the law. tranquillity. and body adjustment (also called form adjustment). We need to examine random thoughts which occasionally appear in our subconsciousness. Three Adjustments: Mind. Do not follow these messages. Does it encourage us to do good deeds? Sometimes wrong messages come out.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 105 out. there could be some interference. relaxation. to our character and life. but should not mistake random thoughts as subconsciousness. and naturalness. breathing adjustment is for adjusting the breathing. the signals we generate will be beneficial to our body and mind. body adjustment is for adjusting form and posture. cultivate our mind and nurture our character. Then apply them to mind . Breathing and Body The three adjustments are: mind adjustment. We cannot kill someone because we receive this message from someone else . and is not a virtue in qigong. How can we check for interference? We must check if the thought coming out involves life and death. breathing adjustment. Add this concept of cultivation to our mind and use it as a check against any incoming signals. Quickly check these signals. We should use parallel cultivation of character and life as a check. sometimes we need to be careful. and realize that they are false if they do not conform with parallel cultivation of character and life or the virtue principle. cultivate our character to the level that is consistent with the high virtue standards of ancient qigong. apply these to the three adjustments. It could also be the messages from our master coming out. Mind adjustment is also called consciousness adjustment. It is just an evil thought. If we do this. Based on our understanding of the one principle and three preparations mentioned above. However. Parallel cultivation of character and life is constant and ever present.
internal scenes or internal sounds. breathing adjustment. or anything that enables us to concentrate and focus our thought. parallel cultivation of character and life is the priority practice mode for some people. et cetera. There are many methods for adjusting the mind. Do not arbitrarily change the focal point of your consciousness. actively build a bridge. Some people just cannot focus their . internally or externally. either near or far away. recollecting pleasant or very unpleasant memories.all these are internal and controlled by the individual. rectifying. the breath. there can be a transition period. but can be utilized if necessary. That is our mode. sound. picture. and mind on our practice mode. and should be cultivated first. actively make the transition. anything that is external to the body. and replace ten thousand thoughts with one thought. As suggested by my qigong masters and written in qigong literature. Among the three adjustments. For example. Anything is valid if we can use it as a focal point with which to get rid of our restless emotions. However. music. consciously purge ten thousand thoughts with one thought. We should take our own initiative. similar to building a bridge. We can concentrate on these phenomena. person. Methods include recollecting the past. it is up to an individual to focus their thoughts in this respect. if we really cannot adjust our mind according to a given qigong method. scene. Consciously adjusting the mind means that before beginning to adjust the mind. mind adjustment is primary. but don't concentrate on too many of them at the same time. consciously or unconsciously. Our consciousness should be adjusted based on the previous three conditions. This is not the standard method. character is the highest priority aspect. The word adjustment refers to adjusting. internal organs. thing.106 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation adjustment. and body adjustment. heartbeat or pulse . spirit. These may include the movement of the stomach and intestines. Building a bridge during the transition period involves adjustment methods other than those specified in a qigong method. The object of one's focus may also be external something outside the body. We may concentrate on internal body parts. regulating. A place. we clearly understand where to focus our consciousness and what to think about.
then. We may suddenly want to feel our heartbeat. This includes cleansing pathological states of the mind and body. indicating they have too many wandering thoughts. Adjusting arbitrarily means that we suddenly have a sense of what the action should be. Some ancient masters developed special practice modes and methods for mind adjustment. he would beat on a gong. and listening to loud music does not help. and enter into a different . there needs to be a transitional or cleansing period. wong. Another kind of mind adjustment is based on our practice mode. If this is the case. This method contains a hint of subconsciousness. wong. thought or sensation. Adjusting mind consciously and unconsciously are two major kinds of mind adjustments. depending on the master's instructions and the requirements of the given qigong method. This is one type of mind adjustment. we may arbitrarily use any thought. Suddenly we feel that the statues of Buddha and gods are staring at us with wide open eyes. Cleansing comes first. This is focusing the consciousness randomly and arbitrarily. This does not necessarily have to be fixed on one object. wong. wong. During this cleansing period. randomly or arbitrarily. wong. Cleansing means healing illnesses.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 107 thoughts towards this. we may spontaneously decide to watch the distant lights and concentrate on focusing our consciousness on the distant lights. wong. we must consciously make a transition using the method of "one thought purging ten thousand thoughts. Another type is adjusting the mind unconsciously. We suddenly become scared. then listen carefully to our heartbeat. Sometimes we feel depressed and suddenly want to listen to loud music. wong. and when it is complete. For example. all of the sudden: wong. there are certain modes in temples. Adjusting arbitrarily means we have sensed what we should be or would like to be thinking now. Listening to the heartbeat is another type of concentration." Use the transition to focus your thoughts in one place. but is not pure subconsciousness. An ancient master would let his disciples enter a certain hall. If we are agitated. This is not adjustment based on subconsciousness. The key to these modes is creating a particular environment.
or on Chinese New Year's Eve. tang. many people are in the same frame of mind. as if we are inside a special laboratory. and once we have completed this procedure. and the light can be of different colors. Taoist temples are always black inside." In fact they are creating a special psychologically inductive environment which alters their thoughts. We may need someone to make the beating sounds often found in a temple: tang. In this manner. This is a mind adjustment based on mode. it is similar to people practicing Taoist Qigong methods in caves. and electric signals to direct our thoughts to a specific place. Usually. there is a specific traditional habit which allows signals to be very concentrated. we need all aspects of that environment. we need to determine which environment helps us to focus our thoughts. our mind instantaneously adjusts. If we cannot do the mind adjustment ourselves. we may suddenly feel great respect in our heart. tang. we can create our own mode. This transforms the temple into a special environment. colors. they say. tang. Buddhism often uses red and yellow colors. It could be that the master asks us to do something on the fifteenth day of the eighth month in the lunar calendar. In qigong practice this is a mind adjustment based on mode. If you ask them about it. This is their method for creating a special laboratory. In this way. The master instructs us to carry out a specific procedure. then combines these signals. To choose and test our mode. After our thoughts are directed to that place. There is a substantial basis for this behavior. Some people choose seemingly bizarre places to practice. We need the influence of the environment plus lights. "Well. it is actually meaningless. mind adjustment based on mode is similar to being in a laboratory. The master puts us in a very special environment. During these seasonal periods.108 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation environment. Photons in a light ray can affect people's minds. high-level masters choose special seasonal periods to transmit qigong methods. Merely playing a tape of the sound will not create the same effect. the temple becomes a special laboratory. This environment can then become our mode. Our thoughts and emotions have . sounds. or the fifth day of the fifth month. They may decorate their rooms very colorfully and with superstitious looking objects.
adjusting the mind through relaxation.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 109 undergone a special transformation. This is a well known fact to many experienced qigong practitioners. or naturalness. All these conditions can adjust the mind. and any action we take is appropriate. These are four aspects of mind adjustment. Many people follow the methods used by high-level masters and those found in temples. this is a mind adjustment based on mode. and the mind is adjusted. This is a ." It is a state of adjusting the mind without being mindful. Some people place a portrait or certain artwork in their homes. This method is a backward process. This is the fourth kind of mind adjustment . That is to say we have reached a level of returning to nature. If the entire body is tranquil. the mind becomes the most conspicuous. the mind becomes the most conspicuous. It is a state of "not taking premature action. If the entire body is relaxed.relaxation. Eventually we attain a state of no consciousness and no adjustment. and unconsciously achieve the true mind and consciousness adjustment. moving from physiological changes to the process of character adjustment. we use a reverse process. We consciously adjust the mind and consciousness." and "forgetting ourselves. tranquillity. it is easily adjusted. Our minds can be adjusted purely through relaxation. it can be stabilized. If the entire body is natural. making one more aware of their state of mind. mind adjustment based on mode. tranquillity and naturalness. When we begin practicing. and the mind is adjusted. the mind becomes the most conspicuous. These practices create a kind of laboratory which provide certain modes and conditions to let you enter the realm of qigong. All four lead to the same state. When we have attained a certain level. Once this state appears. tranquillity. The fourth kind of mind adjustment is to apply the three principles . When the mind is in its most conspicuous mode. These all belong to the method of mind adjustment based on mode. This is the third kind of mind adjustment. and naturalness. we can then move forward. We can design and produce our own mode. adjusting consciousness without being conscious. moving from psychological and emotional changes to physiological changes.
the key point is relaxation. naturalness. the true mind emerges and the false mind withdraws. but success comes unconsciously later. Breathing adjustment needs to be aligned with the three principles mentioned above. When high energy substances of the subconscious mind emerges. We should breathe consciously. but the method is secondary. breathing without sound. The true mind emerges as the subconsciousness or deep consciousness." and "taking no premature action. unconsciously use consciousness to breathe. The breath does need to be deep. outer lung breathing (which uses the entire body as a lung and helps the entire body to breathe). There are many methods. When this happens. Next is breathing adjustment. reverse abdominal breathing. and smooth breath. they should be one's guiding force. long. since we cannot progress without this type of breath. the mind and the consciousness are within unconsciousness. . emptiness or wonders. the form of breathing is not that critical. fine. lung breathing. Starting with a deep. In other words. This involves more than a change in method such as to a deep. In this unconsciousness we truly experience "forgetting ourselves. tranquillity and naturalness." These can be instantaneously experienced and do not need to be consciously adjusted." Since we consciously adjust our minds. if we can adjust the mind without being mindful. Adjust the breathing with relaxation. Breathing forms include: normal breathing. fetus breathing. mind and consciousness. normal abdominal breathing. Others include: breathing with sound. mouth inhalation only. combined mouth and nose breathing. mouth exhalation only. deep inner lung breathing. long. and smooth. There are many different methods for breathing adjustment. using the mind and consciousness everywhere to adjust the breathing. tranquillity. and outer dantian breathing (which brings the several dantians in the body to the surface of the body to breathe).110 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation transformation which enables us to "practice consciously and succeed unconsciously. fine. as well as mind adjustment. the adjustment process itself is conscious. nose exhalation only and nose inhalation only. long. abdominal breathing." we experience "virtuality. inner dantian breathing.
We must apply the previous relaxation. we need to use mode breathing adjustment. With lots of incense burning continuously inside a cave. it is very difficult to reach this level in our lifetime. This process is very hard to complete. and breathing principles. Thus. we have to apply the previous conditions to breathing adjustment. So how do we breathe? If we can practice comfortably and effectively inside a smoke-filled cave. Body. or determine which posture produces the strongest qi sensation based on our mode of breathing adjustment. However. until we reach "true breathing. Is this air healthy or not? I would say definitely not. creating a special environment conducive to breathing adjustment. we cannot use our lungs to breathe normally.Qigong Principles and Qigong Methods 111 fine. If we are unable to follow the breathing adjustment described above. The final adjustment is body adjustment. True breathing requires hard work by our mind and consciousness." True breathing is done without using the mouth or nose. and smooth breath. and . mind. We either follow the posture specified by our master. we have adjusted our form of breathing. Body adjustment adjusts one's posture and form. At certain times mode breathing is required to practice high-level qigong and cultivate and nurture special abilities. there is an alternative . This is related to the breathing adjustment which changes the function of the lungs. burning incense is a method for mode breathing adjustment passed down from ancient masters. Modern medical science has discovered that lung function is not simply limited to breathing. naturalness. and has other functions as well. and if that does not work. or in a room. there is a randomness in body adjustment since it serves mind and breathing adjustment. Practicing inside a cave can produce certain special functions much easier than practicing outdoors. There is much incense burned in temples. we gradually progress step by step. so much that some temples seem full of smoke. mind. Apply breathing adjustment to body adjustment everywhere.mode breathing. Aside from being a superstitious act. When breathing adjustment is applied we will easily recognize the best and most natural posture for each kind of breathing. but also is involved with the hormonal system. tranquillity.
It is a technical requirement and the most critical requirement of any given qigong method. The effect will naturally be unsatisfactory. one cannot adjust the mind. When consciousness instructs. Without mind adjustment one cannot achieve true breathing and body adjustments. It is crucial that our body immediately follow the instructions of the consciousness. Body adjustment itself is not that difficult. However. the body should follow. Virtue cultivation is the most difficult hurdle in mind adjustment. with an emphasis on one principle and three conditions." but we ignore it. If our mind says "jump. and five stages. naturalness. and virtue cultivation. tranquillity. then we are not complying with the principle that the key for body adjustment is mind adjustment. the relationship between qigong practice methods and principles can be summed up as three adjustments. four cultivation's.112 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation breathing adjustment are further dependent on relaxation. we adjust our posture according to the focus of consciousness and the state of breathing. Without virtue cultivation. . Paying attention to virtue has not only an overall social and moral aspect. but is also a specific technical aspect for qigong cultivation. In summary.
please sit down and imagine that your movements are getting smaller and softer. If you have had vigorous movements during your practice you may change your standing position to a sitting position. or change from a sitting position to a reclining position. Then stop the movements with your thoughts. If you are standing. Ending Procedure It is important to learn the ending procedure before starting any Traditional Chinese Qigong method. don't hurry. hard to soft. You should always end your qigong practice session by properly following the ending procedure. Use your mind to make your movements smaller and softer. Prolong your exhalation and gradually open your eyes. Remind yourself to open your eyes and think that you are going to end your practice. When you are ready to end your practice. and have had spontaneous movements. Begin the ending procedure after the movements have stopped. You should remind yourself to first stop the movements. Visualizing children practicing qigong is essential for adults and is especially important for the elderly who want to extend their life span. Suggest to yourself that you let the movements gradually decrease from large to small. vigorous to 113 .Chapter Nine Three Practice Methods The key for adults to achieve longevity is to imitate children or to visualize children during qigong practice.
Pay attention to the sensations of your palms and fingers. Breathe deeply six or seven times. Ladies should breathe six times. both hands slowly pull apart. Imagine that you are holding a big fruit. Everyone will naturally stop. Gentlemen should breathe seven times. It is important to recall the sensations and feelings you have today when you practice qigong in the future. but your hands should not touch each other. If you wish to acquire the benefits of special abilities in your future qigong practice. they will not last very long. Feel if your fingers or palms are sore. you must open your eyes. swollen. As long as you strictly follow the method I am teaching here. heavy. After counting six or seven breaths. Do this slowly. Your palms should face each other. You may make your most important wish now. When you are exhaling. Think for a short moment of the important wishes you want to make. If you did not have spontaneous movements. thumb side up. Your fingers should bend slightly. See if you feel wind. fingers pointing . Count one inhalation and one exhalation as one breath. both hands slowly push towards the middle. open your eyes.114 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation gentle. When you are inhaling. Put your palms together. When you are exhaling. wrists touching the chest. slowly pull both hands apart. cold or cool. as if you were holding a favorite fruit of yours. et cetera. numb. even if spontaneous movements occur. warm or hot. Breathe deeply six to seven times while your hands are opening and closing. When you are inhaling. resistance. Try to feel the sensations. Remember the sensations. your favorite fruit. you should remember these sensations and add positive thoughts. This will help you to achieve benefits and train for special abilities. Try to remember the sensations you are having now. Preparation For the Ending Procedure Raise your hands in front of your chest as if you were holding a ball in front of you. both hands are closing slowly towards the middle. Imagine the fruit has colors and lights. painful. You should remember the sensations of your hands and body. you should close your eyes. If you had vigorous spontaneous movements during your practice. fingers pointing forward.
Imagine that the saliva goes down to the lower abdomen. Next. golden light. Three points are gripping the ground. gently cover your open eyes with both palms. Imagine that the pores of your whole body are closed. push both hands together hard. Push your feet into the ground and grip the ground with all ten toes. and that the internal energy will not leave the body. Breathe calmly for a short time. . tense up all the muscles in your legs. the place called the lower dantian. exhale deeply three times. Then. If you wear glasses. you should take them off. at the same time. swish it around in your mouth then swallow it. and heels gripping the ground. Apply force to both feet. T h e clock is facing forward. The above is done in preparation for the ending. General Ending Procedure Please imagine that you are pushing your feet deeply into the ground. After your hands are hot. imagine that bad gasses with disease are further squeezed out of the body in this process. little toes. We will now begin the general ending procedure. Next. Concentrate only on three exhalations. and that bad gasses cannot enter the body. Imagine that a red light. ladies circle forty-nine times clockwise. tense the whole body. Relax the tongue and let the tongue circle around inside your mouth. rapidly rub your hands together. just keep the number in your mind. Forcefully tense and expand the abdomen and the waist. Everybody must open their eyes. like your whole body is trembling. Gentlemen should make their tongues circle sixty-four times counter-clockwise. Usually. imagine that the pores of the skin are closed. push your hands against each other. inhale deeply three times. you don't need to count the number of circles. If you have saliva. Next. Tense up your thighs. The formal ending procedure starts from here. and contract the buttocks and pelvis. Gradually bite your teeth together.Three Practice Methods 115 forward. Visualize your big toes. and purple light are entering your eyes to improve or maintain your vision. You have the sensation that your feet are inserted three feet deep into the ground. Rapidly rub your hands together until your palms are hot. The preparation for ending is also a method of maintaining the effects of the training and raising special abilities.
inhale deeply as your palms massage up along the face again. If you don't have enough time. and complete. You don't need to count. breathing deeply three to seven times. Gentlemen should put their left hands over their right hands. Gentlemen should put their left hands on top. one palm over the back of the other hand. starlight. legs and arms. Massage your face up and down. imagine that during the day the sunlight. Cover the navel with both hands. If you have any digestive problems. or at night the moonlight. and clockwise forty-nine times for ladies. The yawning should be deep. As your palms slowly massage down to the lower jaw. Then. The lights penetrate the body from the top of the head down to the lower abdomen. Try to imitate a yawn. It is better if you make some sounds while exhaling and yawning. shoulders. Breathe deeply and yawn. Repeat this process. Move the major joints of your body. If you don't feel . think "I'm done. Repeat three to seven times. the waist. The light beam should circle counter-clockwise sixty-four times for gentlemen. Imagine that some lights enter your navel or that the full contents of the imagination process of your practice enter your navel with the lights. and electric lights enter your body from the top of your head. fingers pointing upward. Cover your navel with both hands. Your palms should be on top of each other. you may massage around the navel with a circular motion sixty-four or forty-nine times. Try to stimulate real yawns. palms facing the navel. Then visualize a light beam circling around the navel. put your palms together with middle fingers touching underneath the chin. Then. ladies put their right hands on top. Then. exhale deeply as both hands massage down your face. just think of the number of circles." then pull your hands apart and return to a natural position. You should feel refreshed after the deep breathing and yawning. until they cover the top of your head. Finally. palms on top of each other. Imagine that the lights are sealed inside the body. The clock faces outward. Cover your head with both hands. cross your hands at the part between thumb and index finger. loud. ladies should put their right hands over their left hands. Then.116 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation slowly massage the face up to the top of the head while inhaling deeply.
come back upward while exhaling. and use the palm sides of your loose fists to pat the middle of the chest and down the two sides of the chest. You should be able to end your practice completely after repeating the ending procedure three to seven times. There are ten acupuncture points. Extend your back. Inhale deeply while bending forward. Then. Pat from the chest down to the lower abdomen. Hit your back twelve to twenty-four times. please use both of your hands to press the acupuncture points by the side of each fingernail. form two fists with the rest of your fingers. Repeat three to seven times. and inhale deeply while bending the upper body forward. Next. Use the middle fingernail of one hand to . Then. and use the fists to hit both sides of the back from bottom to top. Enhanced Ending Procedure If you cannot end your practice completely with the general ending procedure. and next to the spinal column. then. Pat up and down twelve to twentyfour times. Bend forward while inhaling. you should use the enhanced ending procedure. touching the thumbnail to the side of the index fingernail. Please make circles with your thumbs and index fingers.Three Practice Methods 117 refreshed. you must not close your eyes. If you had vigorous spontaneous movements during your practice and cannot end your practice in a short time. bend your body forward. or use the enhanced ending procedure. Then. Press your knuckles firmly against the Mihu acupuncture points. Then. exhale deeply and return your back to the upright position. and then hit the back from top to bottom. please repeat the ending procedure starting from rubbing your hands together. T h e thumbnails should press against the sides of the index fingernails. raise your back up. You may repeat this three to seven times. and expand your chest while exhaling deeply. place the knuckles of the index fingers on the Mihu acupuncture points on both sides of the back just below the last rib. Keep your eyes open. Form loose fists. Repeat this three to seven times. you should repeat the general ending procedure. Press firmly.
and the top of the head." move your limbs. Cover your head with both hands.118 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation press the acupuncture point by the side of each fingernail of the other hand. you may need to repeat it even more times. and complete. Try to stimulate real yawns. in the hollow spots below the occipital bones. Keep repeating the enhanced ending procedure. use the middle finger (gentlemen should use the middle finger of their left hands. ladies should use the fingers of their right hands) to massage the Yingxiang acupuncture points. Finally. Use the middle fingers of both hands to massage the temples. think "I'm done. Use both the thumb and index finger (gentlemen should use the fingers of their left hands. Then. use all ten fingers to tap the back of the head. cross your hands and cover the navel with both hands. Try to imitate a yawn. forehead. Then. slowly massage the face up to the top of the head while inhaling deeply. ladies should use the middle finger of their right hands) to gently press and massage the Renzhong acupuncture point located between the nose and mouth. The yawning should be deep. palms on top of each other. Rapidly rub your hands together until your palms are hot. one-third of the way down from the nose. Repeat three to seven times. and walk around. Massage your face up and down. make some sounds while exhaling and yawning. Repeat the general ending procedure from here. Then. and you will certainly be able to end your practice. If you see or sense any . You should be able to end your practice after repeating this three to seven times. breathe deeply and yawn. If you still don't feel refreshed. loud. Then. Use the middle fingers to massage the Fengchi acupuncture points which are at the base of the skull. use the middle fingernail of the other hand to press the acupuncture points of the opposite hand. You should not associate this Qigong training with any superstition or religion. Then. which are located on both sides of the nose. exhale deeply while both hands massage down the face. Use the soft part of the tip of your middle finger to gently massage the Renzhong point. The Qigong method introduced here is associated with modern science. This is the enhanced ending procedure. Rapidly rub your hands together. It is on the center line. Then.
\ you should sit with your legs crossed. This is important. It is good for sick and weak people and can be used as a "before sleeping" practice position. straighten the underside leg naturally.Three Practice Methods 119 phenomena or images. Note: Pillow height should be moderate. body should be soft and relaxed like a bow. Lie on your side (either left or right. a. This position is comfortable and preserves energy. Slightly arch the back. The two feet are shoulder width apart. Lie down naturally with your head straight and feet up. If you are sitting on a chair. b. Note: Pillow height should be moderate. Lying position . .people who are ill or cannot sit for long can use one of the following positions. Eyes and mouth are naturally closed. put the other leg over the lower leg. If you have illness or low blood pressure. If you are standing. This position facilitates abdominal breathing. arms and legs are straight but natural. 2. most people choose the right side). with the leg slightly bent at about a one hundred and twenty degree angle. Hands are on top of each other on top of the lower abdomen. and the position of the body should be natural and comfortable. 1. just regard them as residual information. Chin tilts slightly toward the chest. and the body position should be natural and comfortable. your feet should be a little wider than the width of your shoulders and your knees should be bent slightly. bend the underside arm naturally and put the hand on the pillow with palms up and about two inches away from the head. or just place hands by the body naturally. Your legs should be perpendicular to the ground. put your knees together. Put the other hand on the hip. eyes and mouth are naturally closed. head rests on a pillow firmly and naturally. If you are sitting on the floor. Straighten your back and contract your abdomen slightly. The Child Longevity Nine Step Method (Step One) Beginning The opening posture should be standardized. sit on the front one-third or one-fourth of the chair.
the lips touch lightly. but the armpits should remain hollow. or if any of the above three situations is not appropriate for you. 4. While looking at your nose. aligned on top of each other. Put both hands in front of your abdomen. and should not touch the body. and the teeth are slightly apart. During the day. the Tianmu acupuncture point. or at night imagine the . Then. you should put your tongue in the middle of the mouth without touching anything (do not use this tongue position if you have low blood pressure). your tongue should be curled up to touch the gums just behind the upper front teeth. Your tongue should be positioned in one of the following four ways: a. gentlemen put their left hands on top. please partially close your eyes and look at your nose. Ladies should put their right hands on top. the baihui acupuncture point. you should let the tip of the tongue touch the back of the lower front teeth. The lower hand should be at navel height.120 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation 3. Do not change tongue position in the middle of your practice. the upper hand should be one to four inches above the lower hand. Straighten your neck and draw in your chin slightly towards the neck. d. At the same time. The source of the light is the top of the head. The upper arms and hands should be one to four inches away from the body. If you are healthy. If you have heart disease or high blood pressure. It is important that the little fingers stretch downward slightly. imagine the sunlight. b. 5. gradually close your eyes completely. Imagine there is a light beam coming out from the middle point between your eyebrows. If you are overweight and want to lose weight. The five fingers should be somewhat straightened and about one-sixth of an inch apart. Please maintain the same body position. You should choose only one of the above four tongue positions. 6. touch the ligament underneath the tongue. Do not bite them together. c. palms facing up. Your shoulders and elbows should be fully relaxed. Visualize that you are looking at your nose with the middle point between your eyebrows.
moonlight, starlight and electric lights entering the baihui point on the top of your head. The light emanates from the middle point between the eyebrows, passes through your nose and goes down to your palms. From your palms, the light enters your navel. You should begin to enter a state in which you seem to be aware, but are not too aware, in which you are listening, but not really listening. Try to feel and sense the following images. Follow the directions to practice. Breathe deeply, softly, and regularly. Imagine that the pores of your whole body are opening and closing following the rhythm of your breathing. When you inhale, your pores are open. Imagine and feel that the pores of your whdle body open up. When you are exhaling, if you are not ill, imagine that the pores of your whole body are closed. If you are ill, the pores should remain open, but close them for a moment towards the end of each exhalation. Then go on to the next inhalation. Use your pores to help your breathing. Use your imagination to regulate the breathing. Breathe long and deep. Try to prolong the inhalation and exhalation. Next, please see the image of yourself when you were a naive and happy six or seven year old. Ladies, see the image of yourselves when you were six, gentlemen, see the image of yourselves when you were seven. Whether it is six or seven does not matter. Just recall or imagine that you feel the same as when you were six or seven years old. Recall the thoughts, feelings, and attitudes you had when you were a child. Keep the naive, pure, and merciful smile you had when you were a child. Gradually advance deeper into the process. Please enter a state in which you are listening but not really listening, imagining but not really imagining.
Step One
Please imagine that there is a fire or red light in your lower abdomen, and that there is some water on top of the fire. A lotus flower is blossoming above the water. Please use your Tianmu point to imagine that there is a fresh lotus flower, or a water lily, or a big red flower. The flower is opening and closing above the water. When you inhale, the lotus flower opens. When you exhale, the lotus flower closes. Use your forehead to
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imagine that the pores open when you inhale. Imagine that there are many kinds of lights, colors, sounds, and fragrances entering your body. All forms of energy-material and information are entering your body through the pores while you are inhaling. This energy-information enters your body through your open pores. This energy-information is then gathered into the blossoming lotus flower via your blood, lymph, bone marrow, et cetera. Keep on imagining in this way. Gradually use your forehead to observe while you are imagining. When you are exhaling, imagine that the lotus flower is closing and all things entered the body are kept inside the flower. When you imagine the process of the opening and closing of the lotus flower, imagine that the intensity of the lights is continuously increasing. The red light, golden light, or many colored lights are forcing gasses with diseases out of the body. Use the lights in the lotus flower to forcefully push bad gasses through the pores of the whole body, especially through the bottom of the feet, out of the body. Based on the above process, further imagine that your heart is contracting while your are inhaling. Your heart is relaxing and dilating while you are exhaling. Imagine that the heart in your chest, or left chest, is brightly illuminated by the red and golden lights. The lights from the lotus flower are continuously increasing their intensity, and the lights light up all of your internal organs, especially your heart. During the practice, using the middle point of your forehead, gradually imagine and observe the changes on your skin and inside the body. It does not matter if you cannot create the image or if you do not see or feel anything. Be aware that you are imagining but not really imagining, you are thinking but not really thinking. Once you can coordinate the imagination process, start to count your breathing. Count your breaths to the number of your age. Count each inhalation and each exhalation. Count your breaths to the number of your age. Then start counting from one again. While you are counting your breath, you should coordinate the imagination process mentioned above. Each time you count an inhalation, you ought to imagine your pores opening, something entering your body and reaching the opening lotus flower. Imagine that your heart is contracting.
During the exhalation process, the bad gasses are forced out of the body, the lotus flower closes, and the heart relaxes and dilates. Coordinate the imagination and observation. Gradually sense and feel the changes. Breathe deeply, softly, and regularly. After you have counted to the number of your age, start from one again. Repeat the cycle once or many times. You may count up to seven times your age, or repeat even more times. This is step one. Note: Due to the increased qi field generated by information transmitted through Dr. Yan Xin's voice, it is best to practice with an audio tape of Dr. Yan Xin teaching The Child Longevity Nine Step Method. Consistent individual practice offers incredible results; however, group practice (people of different levels of qigong accomplishment practicing together with an audio tape) seems to dramatically increase the health enhancing effects of Yan Xin Qigong. Please see the resource section in the back of this book for information on obtaining an official IYXQA audio tape or to locate a local chapter in your community.
Wisdom Enhancement Method
This is a simple and easy method for learning qigong practice and enhancing wisdom. The best times to practice are on the twenty-four holidays which mark the twenty-four divisions of the lunar year in the traditional Chinese calendar, and on all major holidays celebrated by ancient or present societies (for example - Christmas, Thanksgiving, Ramadan, Hanukkah, et cetera). The best time for practice is between 11:00 pm and 1:00 am. The best results are obtained if one practices in a group with family or friends. The optimal posture for practice is sitting on the f r o n t one-third of a chair that is at a comfortable height (do not lean on the back of the chair, this blocks key acupuncture points located in the back). Put both feet in front of you, knees about nine to twelve inches apart, with your legs forming a ninety degree angle at the knee joint. The bottom of both feet should be flat on the floor. Contract your anus, hold your body
then to the front. . Breathe naturally. Visualize the light illuminating your heart. one hundred and twenty times. silently count your breath.124 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation upright. While counting the exhalation. Be sure to keep your shoulders. Next. Keep your eyes open or closed. The number of circles you make depends on your health. neck. and spinal cord are also fully relaxed. elbows and fingers fully relaxed. slowly raise your left hand from your abdomen to about two inches above your head. visualize qi being exhaled from the Yuzhen acupuncture point . and slightly draw in your chin. making a counterclockwise circle around your head. palm facing the Ruzhong acupuncture point located at the nipple. palm facing the Zhongji acupuncture point . Make sure that your head. Breathe slowly and smoothly. the baihui acupuncture point. slowly rotate your hand. Count the inhalation one hundred and twenty times. Make sure your head is upright. Do not count the exhalation. forty-nine circles if you are healthy. while counting the exhalation. After silently counting your inhalation and exhalation one hundred and twenty times each. Start with counting the inhalation only.located about four inches below the navel. Place you left hand two inches in front of your abdomen. coming from the baihui acupuncture point (located at the top of your head). Then. Do seven circles if you are sick. with your chest slightly concave. Visualize a beam of light coming out from the laogong acupuncture point (located at the center of the palm) of your right hand (which is being held in front of your chest). then switch to counting the exhalation only (ignore the inhalation). Then. starting from back. then left. visualize a hot beam of light entering the perineum (located between the thighs) and being pulled up to the top of your head. Put your right hand two inches in front of the left side of your chest. gently and long. whichever feels most comfortable for you. and your back straight. Visualize qi collecting in your palm. then right.located below the occipital protuberance at the back of your neck. with your palm facing your head.
Children usually get too excited during play time and cannot calm down to practice. Posture Sit on the floor and cross your legs. these simple movements help to achieve better circulation and relaxation. This will help you experience diminished spontaneous movement. Please do this before other qigong exercises. slowly move your left hand downward in front of your body. Slowly move your left and right hands downward simultaneously until they reach the front of your abdomen (the left hand is closer to the body.Three Practice Methods 125 After making the circles. Preparation Please move and stretch your joints and neck before practicing. Visualize yourself pulling qi from the baihui acupuncture point (located at the top of your head) to your abdomen. right palm over the back of the left hand. direction and location are very important in qigong practice. or choose any other posture that feels comfortable. Then. At this point. or stand with your knees bent slightly as if you were riding a horse. then let . let them do something they enjoy for a while. but adults will benefit as well. The best time to practice is when you are really tired or overly excited. the entire practice has ended. approximately two inches in front of your abdomen. It also helps to achieve tranquillity through improved circulation. It is most effective on young people and children. cross your hands at the part between thumb and index finger. the right hand is on the outside). Now you may proceed to the ending procedure listed in the beginning of this chapter. Visualize qi gathering at the dantian acupuncture point at the abdomen. Choice of time. Vision Preservation and Improvement Method This is a method of improving eyesight and preventing nearsightedness. palm facing the body. If this is the case. leading to more positive results.
at home or on the road. It is especially important for the elderly who want to extend their life span. we should let them choose their own practice location. In fact. This rule applies to this and other qigong methods that are specially designed for life preservation. Visualizing children practicing qigong is essential for adults. However some may prefer the top of a hill. Qigong is different than ordinary physical exercise. This qigong method contains some content of a child qigong that can be imitated by adults.126 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation them choose their own place to practice. During this time you will automatically protect yourself. rectify or enhance their ability to memorize. We will begin practicing the Vision Preservation and Improvement Method. our . You don't have to be too particular about posture. But this does not apply to everyone. the key for adults to achieve longevity is to imitate children or to visualize children during qigong practice. Please choose your posture.sitting or lying down. Many children do just fine with rubber shoes. the energy of the Earth is very important. Whatever location they like the best is probably the place most compatible with the movement of their vital qi. Usually people prefer to practice on level ground. It is more important that your internal state is a qigong state. The most important principle is always to respect the elderly. Place You may choose a seemingly dangerous practice location. Qigong is different from other physical exercise. health maintenance and longevity. This is why many people like to practice qigong bare-footed or wearing shoes made from cotton cloth or palm fiber. According to ancient qigong literature some people are very sensitive to shoes made of leather or rubber. At certain stages of qigong practice you will experience spontaneous movements. This is fine. You can practice this type of qigong in your everyday life . In qigong practice. In this location. Since children love physical activity. Follow your heart. and start practicing when you feel calm and peaceful. then encourage them to practice specific routines. it may be easier to improve their vision. The same is true in choosing a posture.
breathing and posture. please pay attention to your safety and protect yourself. go with the flow. Your lips should touch slightly and teeth should be slightly apart. Please enter into a stage of virtual quiescence. Children are different from adults in qigong practice. Choose any hand posture you want. breathing and posture. since this is for vision improvement. from virtual quiescence into deeper stages of tranquillity. Now visualize . However. It is also essential to adjust your mind. Sometimes someone may seem to have chosen a dangerous place. Adults sometimes are overly cautious and afraid of reactions. When you do. please put your middle finger and thumb together with finger tips toward your eyes. Please imagine that you are not really sitting in a dangerous location. They will calm down more easily. This is what we call virtue. lively and free from fear. Please calm down and relax. It is acceptable to let in a little light. Your tongue should be curled up to touch the gums just behind the upper front teeth. In qigong training. You might jump up and down as a result of spontaneous movements. about one to five millimeters.Three Practice Methods 127 teachers. But that place may turn out to be just right for their mind state. do not think of it as the ground. straighten your head and neck. Different qigong methods have different ways of adjusting mind. Once you have settled down. suck in your abdomen. Relax your shoulders. The distance between your hands is the same as the distance between your eyes. Point your index fingers upward. don't be nervous. Visualization Focus your attention on the area between your thumbs and middle fingers and keep a slight distance between your thumb and middle finger. Hand Posture The first step in the opening is to straighten yoiir back. Point your little fingers toward each other. as if you are sitting on level ground. and draw in your chin slightly. However. Now that you have chosen a posture. and to take good care of public property. They are innocent. tranquillity and naturalness. Your eyes should be half closed. the three conditions are relaxation.
This method is for the protection and improvement of your vision. deeply. just go with the flow. These are very simple postures. You can estimate your practice time by counting your breaths . When you are finished. long. The important thing te that you acquire proficiency by focusing on one method. Others are sensitive to certain directions. just go with the flow. you will enjoy many benefits from practicing. then entering the laogong acupuncture point in the middle of your palm. A principle of Qigong states: "False teaching requires volumes. During practice. Some people are sensitive to certain places.seven to forty-nine times your age is the minimum. You can practice longer if time permits. At the same time. This is fine. then into your thumbs and middle fingers. Where does the light come from? It comes from the tips of the index fingers. Keep visualizing this way. During the day. . As long as you are not angry and do not intend to harm others. continue to visualize light entering your index finger. you should keep visualizing this way. you are listening but not really listening. real teaching requires but one sentence. During this process. Please breathe slowly. you will realize there is no permanent method and that one should go with the flow.128 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation light shining from the middle of your palm. but not really visualizing. At night. Even if your finger position changes as a result of spontaneous movements. from your palms it enters into your thumbs and middle fingers and beams right into your eyes. Once you are proficient. It is a very simple method." Real teaching is personal teaching through words and mind. it comes from the moonlight or starlight. follow the ending procedure listed in the beginning of this chapter. This method is very simple. Please enter a state where you are visualizing. the light comes from the sunlight. Even if you have spontaneous movements. Please breathe as smoothly as you can through your nose. Once you have started practicing. you will probably experience spontaneous movements and change your positions or postures as a result. and smoothly. breathe deeply. Next visualize light coming from your index finger and into your palms. if you experience spontaneous movements.
vomit. The body may feel as if it were expanding or shrinking. see images. This soreness is not caused by prolonged sitting.Chapter Ten Qigong Reactions Crying. left and right. painful. cold. If your lower back feels sore. pass gas. The following is a brief explanation on dealing with these reactions. smooth. burp. and helping yourself heal. become sleepy. The sensation of soreness. hear voices or sounds. People may feel dizzy. just relax and let them occur naturally. If any of these phenomena happen while practicing qigong. Individuals may luminesce from certain body parts. practitioners may experience physical reactions and observe unusual phenomena. or scream. Reactions often include: Parts of the body or the entire body may feel sore. During qigong practice. bloated. perspire. laughing or screaming in a qigong state are helpful with eliminating sickness qi in your body. cough. Soreness During qigong practice. feel nauseous. and heavy. is usually the precursor of spontaneous movements of your body. 1. Beginners are often confused about these reactions. and have spontaneous movements. cry. laugh. floating. bending 129 . notice a rapid heartbeat. hot. tingling. you may consciously imagine that your upper body is moving back and forth. it is a normal reaction to feel sore. felt while practicing internal qigong. itchy.
and supplementing the blood. if you feel that your skin has become very smooth.130 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation forward or backwards. Spontaneous movements of your body may gradually be encouraged. do not scratch.simply continue your practice and be sure to breathe deeply. 2. You should consciously imagine that the tingling sensation is intensified and spreads throughout the entire body . You may feel as if bugs are crawling on your skin. This sensation creates special benefits. Try to endure it or use your mind to mentally scratch the itching part of the body. When itchiness appears. they will relieve the soreness. collecting and supplementing of qi during a qigong state.this is a positive qigong effect. Tingling The tingling sensation in parts of the body or the entire body is a normal reaction in the process of adjusting the nervous system. detoxification. Do not pay much attention to this sensation . These are the normal reactions due to the receiving. This is a process of adjusting diseases. for beauty care. or your internal organs are itchy. Smoothness During qigong practice. . Do not confuse this with physical swelling. Itching usually indicates a process of adjusting heart disease. Itchiness If you have heart disease. 3. hands or other parts of the body may feel bloated. Bloatedness During qigong practice your head. Please do not mistake smoothness for swelling. or have been diagnosed by Traditional Chinese Medicine as having a blood deficiency or exposure to wind. 5. 4. The soreness may also be relieved by expanding your chest or contracting your abdomen. you may frequently experience itchiness in parts of your body during qigong practice. this is an indication that you are collecting qi.
enhances yang qi and improves immunity in your body. it is a good sign if the body becomes hot or even feverish. One can handle the reactions in the following ways: 1) Understand that the location of the pain and suffering is the same place where the healing is taking place via internal qi . For those who have problems. One should follow this course naturally while adjusting through the use of their thoughts. sterility. This is a normal reaction of expelling disease toxins through qigong practice. the hotter you feel. Generally speaking. When the qi begins to flow well inside the body you will once again feel comfortable. howl.Qigong Reactions 131 6. 2) Breathe deeply. when qi attacks the root of disease.the pain is a reaction to the healing. laugh. swinging your head. impotence and menoxenia. and eliminating internal "chill" and "wetness" (diagnostic terms from Traditional . these reactions will occur. expanding your chest. Hotness also helps enhance the immunity of healthy people. One feels chilly when their body is in the process of cleansing. The pain will diminish and eventually stop. 3) Try to use your thoughts to induce spontaneous movements such as turning around. the better the qigong function you will attain. such as deficient kidney function. 4) Hit the painful or uncomfortable parts with your hand. cry. These are normal qigong reactions and usually occur in places undergoing pathological changes. you may experience slight pulsation or pain in certain parts of the body. They may shiver on the hottest days of the summer. bending forward. 8. This strengthens your kidneys. 7. and the illness will be adjusted and cured. detoxifying. et cetera. Due to blocked meridian channels. relieving internal heat or fever. as if they had been exposed to a chilling wind. Pain and Pulsation During qigong practice. Hotness During qigong practice. cough. this hot sensation will help adjust these diseases. et cetera. Coldness During qigong practice people may feel chilly or cold. pass gas. It also enhances your qigong functions and stimulates human (body special functions. 5) Burp.
It is especially important for the elderly to use their thoughts to pull themselves back in. and that your feet are so heavy that it seems as if they are buried three feet down in the Earth. After having floated far away. For healthy people. if they feel themselves floating too far away. imagine a stream of cold water running slowly from your head to your feet along the center line of your spine. 9. When you start to feel light and floaty. When this happens. people may sometimes feel the body suddenly becoming very heavy. For those who have high blood pressure. and want to come back down. Just imagine the sensation of chilliness is increasing and diseases are being expelled from your body. There are several ways to handle the heaviness. . Lightness and Floating Some people feel their bodies becoming lighter and lighter. Ignore the inhalation. you should imagine that you are exhaling from the top of your head to the bottom of your feet. 10. While exhaling.132 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation Chinese Medicine) from inside the body. if you feel that you are going to fly out of your body. Heaviness During qigong practice. this heaviness indicates that qigong is bringing down the blood pressure. try exhaling deeply and imagining that you enter a rock that is located deep down in the center of the Earth. imagine your body is sinking into the Earth. If you feel that the sensation of floating up is too strong. It is a good effect to feel heaviness during qigong practice. This will adjust the light and floating sensation. try to use your thoughts to bring yourself back into your body. If you have high blood pressure. You may feel that your weight has multiplied many times. The lightness and floating you feel during qigong practice are indications that you are collecting qi from nature and the universe. They may even feel they are floating far away. but does not go too deep into the Earth. These are normal qigong reactions. and do not try to stop this feeling. as if they were floating. this feeling indicates that they are in the process of collecting genuine qi from deep down in the earth. At the same time. do the following: do not be afraid or anxious. do not panic.
and put it inside the imaginary pink or red lotus. When experiencing the sensation of the body expanding and shrinking. 11. Expanding and Shrinking During practice. and you feel your body slowly becoming larger and larger. you actually remain at the same place. It is important to naturally follow this movement by rotating your head. and you feel your body becoming smaller and smaller. imagine that your body is shrinking. after entering a qigong state. Usually. This is a method of collecting qi from the external world. This is a good phenomenon. or to eliminate disease qi by hitting and patting your head with your hand. Then ignore it. In this way you can collect the so-called "earth qi" in qigong. This is also a normal qigong reaction. . bring your imagined shrunken body into your abdomen. When this happens. and slowly becomes a dot inside the lotus. it is important not to willfully suppress this feeling. but not expanding. This will help you collect genuine qi. This is also a normal qigong reaction. After the body image shrinks into the lotus. the pores close. do not panic. Pay attention to deep-breathing. Healthy people should not panic. you should imagine that you are sinking into a gold mine to collect energy from deep inside the Earth. Instead. Then imagine that you are slowly coming back to the surface. 13. use your thoughts and deepbreathing to make an adjustment.Qigong Reactions 133 Bring your body up soon after your body has sunk into the Earth. 12. Second. This dizziness is a precursor for spontaneous movement of the head or neck. When exhaling. Drowsiness Some people. you may have the sensation that your body is expanding or shrinking. experience extreme drowsiness. Dizziness Dizziness during qigong practice indicates that you or your relative's head or neck problems are being addressed. the pores of the whole body open up. when inhaling. Some people may experience the sensation of shrinking. no matter how deep down you go.
If you feel extremely nauseous and want to throw up. burping. or if your throat is uncomfortable. Treat all these phenomena as normal qigong reactions during the process of qigong healing. People with stomach and intestinal problems. insomnia and other diseases can be cured. will feel much better due to the adjustment by internal qi. intestine. . If your stomach or intestines are uncomfortable. Through the "sleeping yet not sleeping" effect in a qigong state. You are able to benefit from high quality sleep. cardia. Vomiting. Having a runny nose. so that neurasthenia. and coughing. you may also eliminate the sickness qi by contracting your abdomen. Burping. breathing deeply. and chest. If you have heartburn. will burp and pass gas in a qigong state. watery eyes. coughing. When you experience vomiting. 14. and one should not remove their clothes if this happens. One should purposely make them happen. half alert and half distant. but do not intentionally fall asleep.half listening and half sleeping. stimulate your throat by putting your finger in it to induce vomiting. breathe deeply and contract your abdomen to eliminate the sickness qi. your stomach. and a lot of liver qi. You should stay in a calm qigong state . you should relax and do what comes naturally. After this cleansing process. and continue qigong practice. Handle the above reactions in the following way.134 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation Those who experience drowsiness often suffer from neurasthenia or insomnia. This is a normal phenomenon of expelling sickness qi. 15. When experiencing drowsiness during the qigong state. Coughing and Passing Gas Those with serious cardiac or stomach problems may experience nausea and throwing up during qigong practice. or passing gas. People with throat or lung diseases will cough a lot in a qigong state. do not control them. or yawning are also phenomena of expelling sickness qi. Do not hold back. you can adjust the nervous system. Perspiration Perspiration during qigong practice is an effect of the internal qi of qigong.
demand for blood somewhere in the body. Those with heart disease may smile or burst into laughter because of itchiness they feel on their internal organs during the qigong state. Some people. These are all normal qigong reactions during qigong healing.Qigong Reactions 135 16. you might cry. under a huge pine or cypress tree. If you are afraid of disturbing others. In this manner. These are called spontaneous . you will suddenly feel very happy and entirely free of worries. Laughing. and helping yourself heal. Do not suppress or control any of these feelings. In a qigong state. and gripping the ground with all your toes. breathe deeply while pressing your feet very hard against the floor. This is a method for eliminating sickness qi. Crying. 18. you may want to scream or sing. Rapid Heartbeat Rapid heartbeat in a qigong state generally means enhanced bodily metabolism. some people cannot help making unaccountable movements. the discomfort will gradually disappear. This will help you calm down quickly. and screaming are normal reactions to the process of expelling the sickness qi from yourself or people around you. bloated or discomfort in certain parts of your body. and Screaming During qigong practice. Spontaneous Movements During qigong practice. may also laugh if they are expelling sickness qi for people around them or relatives with heart disease. just imagine that you are sitting by the sea. After these reactions. or healing and adjustment of certain heart problems. laughing or screaming in a qigong state are helpful with eliminating sickness qi in your body. when you feel stuffed. 2) If you do become nervous. laughing. If accumulated negative feelings such as anger and sadness are not relieved. even if they don't have heart disease. After calming down. Treat it in the following ways: 1) Do not become nervous or scared. Certain diseases may be adjusted in this way. Crying. just relax and let them occur naturally. crying. 17. If any of these phenomena happen while practicing qigong. laugh or scream during a qigong state. the rapid heartbeat can be gradually lessened.
You can open your eyes wide. you can start to cultivate special functions including clairvoyance and penetrating vision. hindbrain. lower abdomen. 2) Do not regard these phenomena as hallucinations and reject them. . such as the forehead. Do not try to control it. 3) Do not seek or be infatuated with your favorite images and sounds. Observe patiently and stay calm and cool.136 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation movements. Spontaneous movement is a normal qigong reaction. and do not intentionally enhance the phenomena. Seeing Images. do not be nervous or scared. fingers or other body parts. In the beginning. If large physical movements appear. At the same time you may also imagine yourself as a big pine tree. written words or images will appear then disappear unpredictably. the physical movements can be reduced. When lights. some people sense that luminescence. middle of chest. and Hearing Sounds During qigong practice. Be sure to treat these effects naturally. written words or images appear in a certain part of the body. pay attention to virtue and perform good deeds. standing firmly on the ground. They may also hear various sounds. If this happens during qigong practice. If these effects appear: 1) Do not panic. These phenomena indicate the appearance of special functions. look at the ground and breathe deeply. 19. In this way. discomfort will occur. written words. Treat all these phenomena as manifestations of qigong functions. ignore your breathing. Those with diseases or blocked meridian channels will experience spontaneous movement caused by internal qi during the process of adjusting and healing. Luminescence. But as you persist in qigong practice. while contracting your anus. If you try to suppress spontaneous movements. You may bend your body toward your knees and press your fists very hard on your knees. these phenomena will gradually become stable. When this happens. 4) Do not be anxious or afraid if you see images or hear sounds that are unpleasant. the extreme quietness will bring out motion. do not get overjoyed. Once you have entered into a tranquil state during qigong practice. the light. This will help you to calm down. do not panic. or strange pictures emerge in a certain part of the body.
and following qigong's general principles will not result in schizophrenia. Practicing qigong.Qigong Reactions 137 During qigong practice. This is different from a patient with schizophrenia. . Try to slow your breathing down. their mind is clear (and can be automatically adjusted and controlled using thoughts. this kind of phenomena is quite a normal reaction in a qigong state. and this kind of phenomenon should not be regarded as deviation in qigong practice. These are the manifestations of the appearance of special functions. do not excessively pursue or resist the sounds. chest. almost as if you have stopped breathing. as well as analyze and verify their accuracy. as well as people whose family members have a history of mental disorders. thunder or people's voices in your ears. You may start cultivating the function of hearing subsonic sound or the ability to read written words using your ears instead of your eyes. Schizophrenia-like phenomenon In the qigong state. When someone consciously practices qigong. unpredictable crying or laughing. In a qigong state. et cetera. This is part of the process of healing the problem through qigong. This is actually a manifestation of telepathic or mind-reading function. the symptoms of a potential mental problem may appear. A qigong practitioner practices qigong consciously but succeeds unconsciously. the sounds you hear are often thoughts coming from others' mind or subconscious. However. belly. a very small number of people may experience schizophrenia-like phenomena such as abnormal facial expressions. Do not rashly tell others about them. As a matter of fact. strange gestures and talk. breathing slowly and gently. 20. The two types of people who often experience these phenomena are: 1) People who have a history of mental disorders or who carry elements that may produce mental disorders in the future. People often regard this kind of phenomena as deviant. you may hear the ringing of bells. talking to themselves. At the same time try to enhance and clarify the signals of the sounds. If these kinds of sounds appear. or palms.
You should not negate them as hallucinations or superstition. For example. and never do bad things.138 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation 2) People who are extremely sensitive to qigong. They may experience these phenomena while their qigong functions are being excited in a qigong state. but you have to use your judgment to analyze and verify them. (including internal and external images) that ordinary people cannot see. Good signals can be used for reference purposes only. You should not treat them as real or follow them. This is a manifestation of qigong functions being activated but not yet stabilized. Handling methods and important points: 1) Family members or close friends should not treat these people as schizophrenia patients. train yourself to differentiate between the true and false signals. They should pay attention to the following principles: First. but should try to calm down and create a good environment for qigong practice. and signals you receive should be viewed as a manifestation of the activation of qigong functions and be affirmed. nor interfere with their qigong practice. If you follow through with that thought. you should try to improve your temperament during qigong practice. use good will to do good deeds for others. These two kinds of people usually can see pictures and images. you have violated a big principle of virtue cultivation. 2) Practitioners should practice in a quiet place with few people around. Therefore. They can often hear subsonic sound-like signals or thoughts in other peoples minds that ordinary people cannot hear. Bad signals should be discarded and not followed. The images you see. pay attention to beneficence. They and their family members should not become anxious. They obviously should not be treated as mental patients. If you used to have a hot temper. they temporarily express themselves and act differently than ordinary people. . nor that of your master. This signal is not yours. Second. you may suddenly think about doing something that will hurt yourself or others. sounds you hear. nor that of your family members. This is because a qigong practitioner can pick up signals from others' thought processes.
If your tongue posture is incorrect. These are the basic methods for avoiding problems. maintain a good practice environment. property. You absolutely should disregard and not follow the signal. bad signals should be discarded. and strictly follow the key points for qigong practice. Differentiate between real and false signals. . it will not be easy to completely cure any diseases. Those who have a history of mental disorders or elements of mental disorders or whose family members have a history of mental disorders. it is a bad signal.Qigong Reactions 139 The line between good and bad signals is this: if it is beneficial to you or other people's life. your tongue should curl downwards to touch the ligament. should strictly follow the key points of qigong practice. and safety. In conclusion. When you practice sitting meditation methods. it is a good signal and can be used for reference. paying attention to virtue is the foundation. it must be a bad signal. If it is detrimental to you or other people's life. and safety. Strive to keep your thoughts pure. If a signal asks you to jump off a bridge or cause damage to others' property. property. Good signals can be used for reference.
2. However. you will not be sensitive enough to receive a lot of the information and energy in the universe. You may become more energetic after a qi-emitting lecture. or enter qigong's door.Chapter Eleven Seven Qigong Concepts All things in the universe continually carry on the mutual exchange of energy and information. There is a saying that "wonders. Paying Attention to Subtle Wonders Observe the subtle changes in your body and surroundings. All of these phenomena are subtle changes. and after practicing qigong you are able to sleep well. you may notice yourself eating more or less. The Six Key Points of Qigong Practice 1. there can be no incredible wonders. Here are typical examples of these types of changes. If you do not practice qigong. it is essential to concentrate on one method. Concentrating on One Real Qigong Method When you begin to learn qigong. Your practice does not have to be limited by any particular method. Qigong emphasizes three kinds of wonders. Without subtle wonders. these 140 . As well. wonders. You may have frequently suffered from insomnia before practicing qigong. and wonders. yet it is very important to be aware of them. you must choose one of the real qigong methods to start and not change the method until you have attained proficiency in it or entered qigong's door.
sometimes they are not there. This does not mean to sit there and meditate twenty-four hours a day. excited or make a fuss. sparingly or not at all. Persisting in Qigong Practice In qigong practice. Add a thought of starting to practice . if something disappears or appears suddenly. This will be beneficial to elevate your level of qigong practice. However. When you finish the project." The first kind are subtle wonders. you may be developing the special function of clairvoyance. You may feel that there seem to be some changes. If you cannot grasp the subtle wonders. use the special abilities at this level cautiously. The nsxt step is incredible wonders. For example. After mysterious wonders are stabilized. the changes seem true but not true. incredible functions will appear. but there seem to be no changes. do not get anxious. If you do so. Mysterious wonders means sometimes they are there. Without subtle wonders there will be no incredible wonders. It is very important to pay attention to subtle wonders. you should not ignore it. but to let yourself enter' a state which does not require a certain kind of posture. Never practice three days and take a break for two or more days. T h e signals are sometimes present and sometimes not. The key point of the twenty-four hour practice is that before beginning a project. and even the signals of subtle wonders will disappear. add another thought that are you now ending the practice. It is better to accept it rather than to ignore or deny it. 3.Seven Qigong Concepts 141 are the gate to all mysteries. it is very important to be persistent. you will not pass the test. and the third kind are incredible wonders. the second kind are mysterious wonders. Try to practice qigong twenty-four hours a day. you will waste the qigong signals received during the period of mysterious wonders. At this time. the subtle wonders are the basis. that may indicate you are developing the special function of transporting objects. you will not be able to reach the stage of incredible wonders. If you can see a person's internal organs. Therefore. then when you are in the stage of mysterious wonders. add the thought to your consciousness that you are now starting to practice qigong. At this time. Among the three wonders.
you keep yourself in a qigong state all the time. then do the ending after you get up the next day. key points and objectives.142 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation qigong before you start another project. All methods have a common root. and each school has over ten thousand methods. When you have attained proficiency in qigong practice. So. All Methods Have a Common Root There are many methods of Traditional Chinese Qigong. and different paths lead to the same destination. Start practicing before you go to sleep. and to prolong life. You can adopt a posture which makes you feel most or least comfortable . The major objective is to prolong life. In such a way. Start practicing before leaving your home. and each school has over ten thousand methods. we shall not over-emphasize which is authentic and which is not. and so on. all your life. meaning they have common principles. The Ultimate Method Has No Fixed Forms This is one of the secrets of qigong practice. location. Based on your emotional state. Buddhist Qigong has over eighty-four thousand schools. age. In a nutshell. do not use only one method to practice all the time. Do not become sectarian . Traditional Chinese Qigong contains very rich contents. environment et cetera. psychological condition. do many good deeds and bring good fortune to all human beings. the general principles of qigong are all . Because there are so many methods. 5. and I have not yet even mentioned folk qigong. You should adopt multiple methods and conduct comprehensive training. you should constantly change methods and adjust postures. to attain extraordinary functions. We often say that all changes do not depart from their origin. Taoist Qigong has over thirty-six hundred different schools.the ultimate method has no fixed form.develop a comprehensive training. But this is possible only after you have attained proficiency in qigong practice and entered qigong's door. the common root means that through special training. orientation. et cetera. a human body can maximally absorb and use high energy substances inside and outside the body to produce work. physical condition. 4.
will you posses virtue. especially signals of the masters. Taoist Qigong emphasizes virtue. you should concentrate on a single method. No matter how many methods they have. and Paying attention to virtue is the foundation of qigong practice. and Buddhist Qigong emphasizes beneficence. you should preserve your virtue. For instance. and preserving virtue are some of the secrets of qigong practice. Paying attention to virtue. 2) all methods have a common root. and the important point is persistence. Only in this way can one . Only when you pay attention to virtue. whether you will be able to learn qigong. In summary. having virtue. otherwise you cannot further elevate your qigong level. Whether a master will impart qi to you. Confucian Qigong emphasizes ethical conduct. when you are entering qigong's door. The signals. Only when you posses virtue can you preserve virtue. all emphasize paying attention to virtue. after you have entered qigong's door. Qigong is always related to qigong information. 3) one must pay attention to virtue. one must receive the "point and transform" from a real master. and one needs the charge of energy from the signals of the masters. and preserve virtue. Correct Attitude Toward Qigong Masters Who are the masters? All things on earth can be one's masters. to reach high levels of qigong. and the effects of all qigong healings depend on one's level of virtue. Paying attention to virtue is the golden key to opening the door of qigong practice. Therefore. This is a complete concept of a master. These are the general principles of three Traditional Chinese Qigong methods. The three biggest secrets of qigong practice are that 1) the ultimate method has no fixed form. When you have reached a certain qigong level.Seven Qigong Concepts 143 the same. Having Virtue. you should pay attention to subtle wonders. Paying Attention Preserving Virtue to Virtue. have virtue. external qi. and energy of the masters act in a way similar to a catalyst. 6. the fact that all methods have a common root is an important secret of qigong practice. In particular.
you will probably miss an extraordinary opportunity by not recognizing the master. can always be observed. you should immediately affirm them in your brain." The reason for your reaction is because while you are in a qigong state you have received energy and information from them. one should deliberately synchronize qigong practice with the master. At some point in time. The teachings of the highly skilled masters are not necessarily done in person. If you do not understand that everything and everybody can be your master. whether near or far. If you are offended and curse the master. Under the principle of observing virtue. can you correctly treat "masters" who are visible and invisible. then you miss a great opportunity and expel the signal which the master has given you. . the correct attitude toward masters have the following aspects: (1) First and foremost. Only by observing virtue. anyone who wants to practice qigong needs a master. For example. Therefore. you will not be sensitive enough to receive a lot of information and energy in the universe. During qigong practice. If you do not practice qigong. When a qigong practitioner is fully prepared and ready to receive instruction. Thus. you expel the energy and information given by the "masters" from the body. a highly skilled master will teach you how to use qigong signals.144 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation attain a tremendous elevation in qigong skill. steps on an acupuncture point to transmit qi to you. These examples illustrate the point of observing virtue. near or far. All things in the universe continually carry on the mutual exchange of energy and information. Having received this information and energy. all substances that cause you to react must be considered your "masters. a highly skilled master may appear and make a request which you refuse. the master may want to teach you face to face. What a loss! It may happen that this highly skilled master intentionally steps on your foot. Effects of the masters." As soon as you deny their effect. Therefore you should never deny the role played by a "master. we need to have a correct attitude toward the master.
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(2) Anyone who uses qigong signals to teach you qigong is your master, even if the teaching is carried out while you are half-conscious. (3) When an acquaintance or stranger passes by and causes you to feel warm, cool, tingling, et cetera, and s o m e t i m e s causes certain odd phenomena afterward, this person is y o u r master. That is, those who incite reactions are your masters. (4) When you see a flower, tree or an animal and f e e l chilled, uncomfortable, especially excited and happy, or w h e n your brain sees pictures, drawings, or the approach of a n i m a l s , plants or minerals, et cetera, these will supply the energy to incite certain high energy substances of yours. Thus, these a r e also your masters. A qigong practitioner must pay close attention to p e o p l e and things in their surroundings, what kind of stimulation t h e y provide, and what kind of functional powers they incite. Y o u must always be conscious of and rigorously attentive to subtle changes. Mysterious wonders and incredible wonders may t h e n happen. In this way, during qigong practice, many practitioners will receive support from many signals and substances w h i c h may produce special effects for you in the future.
The Appropriate Attitude Toward Qigong Reactions
Qigong reactions include reactions during qigong p r a c t i c e and reactions during the process of qigong healing. One m u s t realize qigong has no side effects. One may avoid unusual reactions by: paying attention to virtue; extricating o n e s e l f from interference and restrictions; joyously practicing qigong in a relaxed, peaceful and natural manner; properly adjusting m i n d , breathing, and posture; paying attention to the process a n d different levels of qigong practice; and progressing step by s t e p , not seeking instantaneous success. If you have special reactions, it is due to the presence of diseases in your body that qi is expelling. If you were wounded in the waist or have^ gallstones, then there will be reactions or even sharp pains in these regions during qigong practice. P e o p l e suffering from hepatic cirrhosis may feel uncomfortable in t h e i r
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liver. At this moment, do not panic, continue practicing and you may be cured. During qigong practice, some people may feel sour, tingling, bloated, pain, cold, cool, warm, hot, light, heavy, floating, sinking, big, small, slow, and fast. Others may have spontaneous movements or even want to yell or cough loudly to release their discomfort. All these reactions are normal. Drastic reactions occur when pathogens are being adjusted, and spontaneous movements are working to cure diseases. Generally speaking, people with diseases have large reactions, healthy people have slight reactions; people whose meridians are blocked have large reactions, people whose meridians are unobstructed have slight reactions. An absence of reaction does not mean that there is no effect of qigong practice. There are many reasons for a lack of reactions, such as the nonobstruction of the meridians, the absence of serious diseases, as well as one's degree of sensitivity. If reactions occur during qigong practice, one should not panic, otherwise the qigong information will leave. It is normal to have reactions. Qigong itself is a training method, and does not cause deviations. It is a misunderstanding to say that qigong causes deviations. Since ancient times, so-called qigong "deviations" were of two forms - "ru mo" (in a trance) and "zou huo" (on fire) What is meant by "in a trance?" This refers to the reactions of some practitioners who, while practicing qigong, suddenly lose consciousness. Their bodies stiffen and their weight seems to have increased by several times. Halfconsciously they may say that they can heal, solve criminal cases, and see events of the past. Some of them can accurately predict things, but when they come to, they cannot remember anything about what they were talking about. According to my observation, people who enter into a trance have paranormal abilities. These phenomena take place because these people fall into a certain state in which the body's magnetic field has been suddenly strengthened. This causes a special interference to the cerebral cortex and the subconscious mind takes over. As a result, the body stiffens and becomes heavy. Some people in this state cannot speak, and others say things that need
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interpretation. These people have received residual information which is incomplete due to the multitude of factors which are involved. As a result, the speech of those in trance is fragmented, incomprehensible, and even inconceivable. This is why some people take it as being possessed by demons. Actually, this is a manifestation of paranormal abilities, a good phenomenon, and is nothing to be afraid of. These people can quickly return to a normal state through the guidance of accomplished masters. What is meant by the phrase "on fire?" "On fire" is a highly developed qigong skill by which one can blow flames from one's mouth and fling fire from one's hands. Some skilled masters can burn clothes by touching a person or light fires by blowing flames. In Tibet, highly skilled masters, called "Living Buddha," live a very long life. Before phasing away, one gathers the apprentices to watch his body "transforming into a rainbow" without being cremated. "Transforming into a rainbow" means that the powerful energy in the master's body transforms his corpse, bit by bit, into a colorful rainbow and finally cremates the corpse in a ball of red light. This phenomenon is called "on fire." This is nothing to be afraid of. It is only a phenomenon in which a very old man with high energy and power is transformed into light after his death. This phenomenon should not be confused with the symptoms of a qigong practitioner whose nose and gums bleed. When one's nose and gums bleed, they are releasing sickness qi and they should not stop practicing qigong. This is not the phenomenon of "on fire." To my knowledge, these are the only two kinds of deviations that have been recorded in the history of qigong. In recent years, some normal qigong phenomena such as pain, giddiness, tears or laughter have been labeled deviations. This scares some people away from learning qigong. In fact, qigong has no deviations, because "entering a demonic state" and "on fire" are extrasensory perception functions of a qigong practitioner, and are normal phenomena. If one practices qigong when depressed, the depression will be immediately relieved after one cries out or laughs. One should not see these
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phenomena as symptoms of schizophrenia. One should not take tranquilizers for them, they will quickly pass. During practice, one may suddenly gain clairaudience and clairvoyance powers. One may see photographs and pictures with the mind, and hear sounds that others cannot hear, such as voices through subsonic waves. When this happens, one should not believe any evil signals and must only use good signals as references, because one's skill is not yet mature and the things one hears and sees will not be entirely accurate. However, there is nothing to fear. Reactions are mostly associated with treatment of disease. If one who is not sick suddenly cries out and floats in the air, their extrasensory perception powers are being incited by qigong. This may greatly enhance this person's skills. Qigong is an ideal regimen for strengthening health because it has no side effects, as opposed to modern medical treatments which often do have side effects. Those who are aged must not merely practice quiescent qigong, but must let qi run through the body constantly. They must strive for movement in quiescence and not keep themselves quiet and static, or they may easily go into shock, or raise or lower the blood pressure so much that they have a seizure or brain hemorrhage. When elderly practitioners strive for nothing but quiescence in qigong, they may pass away doing qigong practice. This is rather dangerous, so one must pay full attention to all the reactions that occur. The correct attitude for understanding qigong reactions requires virtue. After a period of qigong training, one's moral character improves, and one will cease to feel uncomfortable practicing qigong. If reactions do occur, they will be the enhancement of one's skills. Only when one keeps high moral character and moral conduct can one enhance skills, so one must practice qigong persistently.
A Principle of Applying Qigong Power
Many people want to access their qigong power for solving problems. However they must pay attention to a key principle of qigong, which is that you have to consciously protect
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yourself in order to elevate your level of qigong power. When you acquire some qigong power, do not try to use it, or use it rarely and cautiously. In this way, your qigong power will increase incrementally, and then, when the level of your qigong power is sufficiently elevated you will be able to accomplish great deeds. The external qi of a qigong master is a form of substance. Utilizing external qi is possible when a qigong master's control of qi has reached a certain level. Then the master is able to induce and direct internal qi inside a human body, and release this internal qi to affect the form, state, and dynamic energy of external objects, such as preventing and curing diseases. Since external qi can be detected and measured by many scientific instruments, it is easier to observe than internal qi. The application of qigong power consumes substance and energy. Since the amount of substance inside a human body is limited, one must first elevate their level of qigong power. Only when one's qigong power reaches a certain level can one utilize external substances (substances outside your body) through specific methods to cure diseases and do other good deeds. External substances are what the ancient Chinese called "earth, fire, water, wind, and emptiness," and are possibly related to what modern science identifies as the substances of cosmic rays. Whether you use internal qi (from inside your body) or external substances (from outside your body) to cure diseases or perform other tasks, internal substances and energy are always used up. Anyone who has acquired a level of qigong power should use this power sparingly, or not at all, in order to conserve their own energy. By doing this, one may continuously elevate their level of qigong power. One can progress from doing small deeds to doing great deeds, from transporting small objects to transporting large objects, and from opening heaven's eye to opening Buddha's eye.
Small Celestial Circulation
According to some qigong literature, small celestial circulation and great celestial circulation differ in their
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circulation pathways. There is a common misconception about the circulation from the baihui acupuncture point (the top of the head) to the Huiying acupuncture point (midpoint between anus and genitals), which joins the "ren mai" (conceptual meridian) and "du mai" (governing meridian). Many believe this is the small celestial circulation. Actually, this is a very narrow understanding of "celestial circulation." "Celestial" means broad and universal, and "circulation" indicates that a new cycle is started when the end is reached. The body's interior is viewed as the small celestial circulation. The combination of the interior of the body and the external world is viewed as the great celestial circulation. This view is more in line with the true meaning of celestial circulation. Although the body's interior is viewed as small celestial circulation, it cannot be separated from the external universe. Therefore, the body's interior is always adjusted during the process of correspondence between a human being and the universe. The sensation of qi movement and adjustments within the body fall within the realm of the small celestial circulation. The continual adjustments inside and outside of the body, and the continual exchange between the interior of the body and the external world (especially long range exchanges) are the great celestial circulation. One can see that celestial circulation does not follow specific pathways. "Celestial circulation" is related to the word "celestial" in every way. "Celestial" means the universe or the celestial bodies. The human body can be viewed as a small universe that circulates within a great universe. Circulation can be as small as the human body, or as great as the universe, and should not be limited to specific small pathways. My personal experience has shown that without the limitation of specific paths for visualization and imagination, upon attaining a certain level, your entire body will have reactions, and all the meridians and channels of the body will become unobstructed. This is small celestial circulation. Great celestial circulation is not merely unobstructed internal flow. Upon attaining a certain level, you will become aware of times when your body grows larger and taller or smaller and shorter. It feels as though one moment you are diving down to the ground, and at another moment you
and do not think that you are sick. they will feel a fire-like burning sensation in the lower abdomen (Dantian). This is the meaning of the saying "three true fires. One's perineum and waist will feel hot as if one's . Earth's revolution around its own axis takes one day. Small celestial circulation changes at least once a day. Sun. the Moon orbits the Earth in one month. as well as my own personal experience. You feel things circulating within. Heat Roasting Two Kidneys After having experienced "Fire Burning in Dantian. Small celestial circulation (as manifested in a human body) should have visible changes each month while great celestial circulation should have visible changes each year. Great and small celestial circulations are associated with the relationships between the universe. when you begin practicing qigong you feel the body is constantly centered in the universe. Fire Burning in Dantian As one reaches a certain level of practice. then your great celestial circulation has opened up. After some time." If one is afraid of this phenomenon. If this is the case." keep practicing. authentic great celestial circulation is not easy to achieve. There is a saying that "one day is one year.Seven Qigong Concepts 151 come up again. their life span can be easily prolonged. Six Fundamental Procedures of Taoist Qigong 1. and undergoes a large change once a month. This is great celestial circulation. visible change once a year. Great celestial circulation has a large. _ ( 2. However. Do not fear this phenomenon. Those with open great celestial circulation experience time at a different rate. a month's time goes by before their realizing. and the feeling of heat will then go down to the back of the body." This implies that an entire year's time is spent like one day. one cannot progress further in their qigong practice. and exchanging between the interior of the body and external world. Often. according to some old masters. Moon and Earth. and the Earth revolves around the Sun in one year. For people with open great celestial circulation. a day's time goes by very fast.
The progression from "Fire Burning in Dantian" to "Heat Roasting Two Kidneys" is very difficult. jiu." with continued practice." At this level." one has completed the "Great Dan" of Taoist qigong. "Five Opening Functions" from Buddhist Qigong The latent potential of the human body is incredible. one's entire body feels like a strong tide gushing or boiling water steaming. 3. 5. You may experience a phenomenon behind the ears which resembles the sound of wind blowing. any change there will lead to changes in the whole body. 4. Body Gushing and Nose Breathing At this level. Advanced qigong practitioners progress through the levels of the Five Eye Openings. one can even burn clothes merely by giving a look. gu" or "jiu." keep practicing to the point of hearing sounds like the calls of animals. Eyes Shining with Golden Light After experiencing "Heat Roasting Two Kidneys. jiu. Because one's nerve center is located in cerebellum. This is due to the substances of high energy radiated from the eyes when applying one's skill (gong). Dove Sings Behind the Head After reaching "Wind Blowing Behind the Ears. When one has reached the level of "Body Gushing and Nose Breathing. One's nose will twitch and inhale spontaneously." keep practicing. for example a dove singing "gu. and the most effective method for developing and exploring this potential is qigong." Sometimes one's whole body will feel the sound of thunder. 6. At this point. one's eyes and brain will radiate golden light. gu. . Wind Blowing Behind the Ears After reaching "Eyes Shine With Golden Light.152 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation kidneys were boiling or roasting in a pot. one will attain the level of "Eyes Shining with Golden Light.
These skills refer to the development of non-visual "sight" functions through qigong practice. Tanzhong (mid-chest). as well as perform remote visualization. The Opening of the Heavenly Eye After reaching the Opening of the Naked Eye. The human body has over three hundred acupuncture points. Even diseases such as nearsightedness and astigmatism can be corrected by the opening of the Naked Eye. or Laogong (the middle of the . in the light but not in the dark. The ability to see far depends on one's level of achievement or ability. or the opening of the luminance or luminescence devices in other locations on the body. Those who open the Naked Eye can clearly see both near and far.Seven Qigong Concepts 153 The "Five Opening Functions" are skills cultivated through high-level internal qigong. far better than that of normal people. The opening of the Heavenly Eye is associated with the ability to visualize a screen in the forehead on which one can see images of things far away. 1. Any acupuncture point can luminesce. At this point. which originated in Chinese Buddhist Qigong. Those at a higher level are able to see much further than normal people. Usually. the more automatic the function. Though many people who have attained this level only see with their forehead or "Wisdom Eye" area. one obtains the ability to see the interior of things. 2. the front but not the back of things. The higher the level. people can see near but not far. These special functions indicate the opening of the Tianmu point inside the brain. further training will lead to the development of a "non-visual vision" called the Opening of the Heavenly Eye. The Opening of the Naked Eye After developing this function. back of the brain). some may have visual functions located in their Yuzheng (Jade Pillow. The opening of the Naked Eye eliminates any problem with far or nearsightedness and increases visual sensitivity. as well as the ability to see through objects and into the human body. and any luminescing point can develop a non-visual function. one will have improved vision.
. sharp. we can see the meaning behind Bodhisattva Guanyin's thousand eyes and hands. feet or acupuncture points on their ten fingers. Her body has over forty points luminescing. From a qigong perspective. dark. such as square. et cetera. yet one may still not be able to define the meaning of this object. Some people can also see with their ears. Many people have been to Buddhist temples and seen a statue of Bodhisattva Guanyin who possesses a thousand eyes and hands. By merely seeing things. one can only describe how it looks. When one sees an object. one still may not understand them.154 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation palm) acupuncture points. and the light coming out of each luminescing place is splits into twentyfive directions. back. The Opening of the Heavenly Eye is only the second level of basic Buddhist Qigong training.
the next level is the opening of the Wisdom Eye. but not utilizing Heavenly Eye skills. Historical Eye. With this eye. people can see the handle from the side. the energy associated with them will build up and help one to reach the next level. people see one surface at a time. .Seven Qigong Concepts 155 3. People ask. many people misunderstand qigong and extraordinary functions. that of the Wisdom Eye. From a qigong perspective. but that one obtains this knowledge through the genetic material passed down by their ancestors. They may use their inherited information to access the experience and wisdom of their ancestors in judging and determining the complete meaning of a piece of information. one should avoid doing so in order to conserve energy. a cup with a handle. (1) Multiple Eye: Multiple eye is the ability to see in various angles simultaneously and stereoscopically. but not from the front. and Predictive Eye. One who possesses Multiple Eye function can see the cup from many angles simultaneously. Ordinarily. Normally. for example. The Opening of the Wisdom Eye After obtaining an opening of the Heavenly Eye. (2) Analytical Eye: This involves the ability to analyze. For example. The Multiple Eye is not the highest level. One may also carry this knowledge from their parents. By possessing. it is not that one understands without learning. In addition. Although one can see the complete shape of an object. Some qigong masters feel that if one can accurately visualize other places and is able to see through things. They are: the Multiple Eye. they are still unable to draw a conclusion from it. Many people have questioned this phenomenon. The Opening of the Wisdom Eye requires that four skills be real and complete. one knows immediately what an object is. one may know what something is simply by looking at it." but upon observing a tea cup. they know the word instantly because there are many people in the universe with this knowledge. In this manner. "how can one understand without learning? Isn't this superstition?" Because of this attitude. as well as what it means. one may have never learned the word "tea cup. Analytical Eye.
All developments have a certain direction and tendency. one may witness the progress of quantitative change. (4) Predicting Eye: The Predicting Eye allows one to foresee and predict the future. meets Duke Huan of Qi. as well as figures and sounds from the past. Predicting with the Predicting Eye is similar to our modern predictions or assessments of the safety of a house. Using this skill. this is applying one's ability to analyze an event and its surroundings in order to make a judgment. The Movement Eye means the ability to move objects and correct problems. (3) Recalling Eye: The Recalling Eye involves being able to trace back and visualize the past. Once one has opened the Predicting Eye. present. and future of an object. The Dharma Eye not only sees clearly. The Wisdom Eye merely belongs to the ' level of perception.C. 4.. The higher the ability or energy level. The Energy Eye means the possession of high energy. There are reports of qigong masters who can diagnose the symptoms of a disease as well as its history and cause. This is not merely fortune telling based on ones imagination. where Bian Que. This is the Opening of the Recalling Eye. For those . Bian Que foresaw the development of illness within Duke Huan and predicted that if he did not seek treatment within five days the illness would enter his marrow. The Opening of the Dharma Eye The Dharma Eye has two properties: Energy Eye and Movement Eye. but can also make corrections through the application of qigong. one possessing the Recalling Eye can see that ten years ago it was in the form of Kaolin clay in a hill. There is a story dating back to 500 B.156 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation other people's signals and information act like computer data that may be saved and retrieved. a famous doctor with extraoridanry qigong functions. Seeing a ceramic cup. One has mastered the Wisdom Eye function if they are able to accurately see the past. the more stable and accurate the result. one may visualize current and residual information. The only difference is that people with qigong functions make predictions using their qigong ability. Change starts with the quantitative and moves to the qualitative.
one is able to correct problems automatically and do good things for many people. Problems can be solved by this person automatically. This is probably based on descriptions of auras from a qigong perspective. Having reached this level. Some statues in temples are decorated with golden shining colors. Once one reaches the level of the Buddha Eye." This skill is hard to comprehend. 5. Buddha light shines. There is an old Chinese saying that "the secrets of heaven cannot be leaked. Buddha light will radiate from one's body and they will exhibit proper courtesy. but of course it cannot shine like the Sun. This is not magic. The energy of the Sun is tremendous and the energy of a human being is limited. this is qigong. But it is still not the highest level of qigong skill because it is limited to correcting things only when observing them with qigong.it can correct things during observation. it is possible to break a piece of iron wire by staring at it with high concentration. Other corrections include restoring torn leaves and postcards. Without applying qigong. et cetera. The illumination of the Buddha light is simply a metaphor. The Opening of Buddha Eye Once one's Buddha Eye has opened. sincerity. and only those at a high level of qigong will understand its meaning. . strict principles and deep understanding. the effect is reduced. Upon meeting someone who has attained this level you will be surrounded by and benefit from their aural light. In addition. their aura becomes very strong. without the deliberate application of energy. The Dharma Eye stage is already at a very high level .Seven Qigong Concepts 157 possessing the Dharma Eye. one may enlighten sentient beings.
158 . By the end of that period I discovered that I could perceive unusual sensations even when practicing on my own. After a period of time the benefits of qigong began to manifest themselves in different aspects of my life. Dr. Now I devote one to two hours daily to qigong practice. freeing one's personality from their most deep-rooted vices and misconceptions. This helped me become even more interested in qigong.Chapter Twelve Personal Experiences Qigong is a high energy substance with infinite information from the universe that is in continuous communication with one's subconscious. I lacked the discipline for any consistent practice routine. There is no limit to how far qigong can penetrate into a person's heart and mind. During that workshop my interest in qigong was peaked by the unusual sensations I perceived during practice. The Benefits I Have Received through Yan Xin Qigong Practice AaLu Dvorson Introduction Before attending my first Yan Xin Qigong workshop. Yan Xin's workshop created a momentum that carried me through the first week of regular practice without any effort on my part.
in itself. the motion of my whole body began to feel lighter and more natural. as if I had just won a great victory. All I had to do was give someone a small present. I particularly appreciated the difference this change made in my kung fu technique which became much smoother." I attempted to follow this advice. I considered skipping practice that day. at the . or merely give change to a poor man on the street . pay a little more than my share of the common grocery bill. Through regular qigong practice. shortly before my regular qigong practice time. 1 recognized that. I have also largely switched to a vegetarian diet. After doing this.Personal Experiences 159 Qigong Improved My Health and Physical Abilities After one or two months of practicing qigong I noticed that my joints. After having practiced Yan Xin Qigong for about a month 1 noticed that my appetite decreased and I did not become hungry nearly as quickly as before.greed had vanished. loosened up considerably. Qigong is an ideal therapy for curing illness. but only saw it as a prerequisite for proper qigong practice. I got a stomach ache. I am very busy in school and don't have much time to spend in the gym. The practice of Yan Xin Qigong has considerably changed my eating habits. without recognizing that.all the while trying not to give consciously think about my actions. and I felt incredible. and two to three hours of swimming a week. which in turn will bring back joyfulness. in particular my shoulder and wrist joints. Dr. Yan Xin urges one to "develop the habit of helping and giving to others. I have acquired almost the same overall muscular development as when I was doing gymnastics and kung fu daily. After practice the pain decreased considerably. and 1 feel fortunate to have personally experienced the truth of this statement. so that one can have a genuine spirit of generosity and loving-kindness toward others. it is an extremely effective method of freeing myself from greed. but decided to practice. I noticed my whole mental attitude changed . Once. Purification of Character through Qigong Practice. The pain disappeared completely the following day. Moreover.
advised Aalu to attend Dr. In 1990 he was chosen. 1994.160 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation same time. and on September 25-26. a friend who is usually very tight with money began to act more generously and even gave me a nice present. he moved to Los Angeles to attend the California Institute of Technology (in Pasadena. he emigrated to the United States with his mother and settled in Boston. He grew up and completed elementary and middle school in Leningrad. About the Author: Aalu Dvorson was born September 21. . Sifu Kwong Tit Fu.m. In September. It was as if I were experiencing "runner's high" . Between the ages of ten and fourteen he dedicated much time to playing chess. Although previous finals weeks had left me mentally exhausted. and has been practicing Yan Xin Qigong ever since. I felt as fresh as I did on the first day.I was as fresh and alert at nine p. After graduating from high school. Russia. 1994. as when I woke up in the morning. 1974 in the city of Leningrad (now St. They happened because qigong pointed out the proper path to me. Aalu is very happy to have followed his Sifu's advice. Yan Xin's lecture on qigong at Harvard University. the Yan Xin Qigong workshop in Los Angeles. At the age of 14 (in 1989). Improvement Practice of Academic Abilities through Qigong Before my recent exam period I decided to turn my exam week into one continuous qigong practice. Petersburg). where he recently graduated with a physics major. when I turned in my last exam. The effect was remarkable. These things make me very happy. CA). along with forty-five other teenagers to be a member of the All-America Chess Team. At the age of fifteen he began learning Chinese Kung Fu from Grand Master Kwong Tit Fu at the Academy of Chinese Martial Arts in Cambridge. MA. He stayed in touch with Sifu Kwong Tit Fu and visited the kung fu school whenever in Boston.
very comforting." allowing energies that were absorbed during meditation to disperse. California. I repeat NOT HUNGRY. but was not hungry. because I had never fasted in my entire life except for Yom Kippur (the day of atonement when Jews fast for twenty-four hours).Personal Experiences 161 Qigong. This is very energizing. Yan Xin in San Diego. I was happy and enjoyed my qigong with the group and Dr. Why? I discovered there is no language barrier with a master such as Dr. And it worked! I didn't feel any need to eat. Although I do not understand the Chinese language." are not "sealed. energies received through qigong are not expelled at the completion of the meditation.. In qigong. On January 17th I lost my appetite and stopped eating. 1992. Yan Xin's qigong remain with our bodies and mind. Why? Yan Xin Qigong has an "ending procedure" that is taught ONLY in this particular meditation.. Yan Xin. On January 15. The workshop lasted thirteen days and was attended by almost one hundred people. 1 was invited to and attended many qigong sessions with Dr. This shocked me.. but are retained as they constantly circle our body and remain with us. "Bigu" and My New Life My name is Elvira Gellis and 1 am a Caucasian American. nurturing us mentally. I couldn't believe it. as well as within our very soul. In this manner. Yan Xin since the extension of his energy incorporates his "qi" into my body through a process of osmosis.. a state of consuming only liquids. I was informed that this loss of appetite was called bigu. without this "ending. Other meditations. not in any others. and I was one of those fortunate people. I was fortunate to have been invited to attend a Traditional Chinese Qigong Training Workshop with Dr..very loving! Energies from Dr. the cycle is unbroken. I lost all desire for food. Yan Xin. physically and emotionally.me with bigu. Yan Xin. This "ending procedure" is a method of completion that helps us retain and store energies within our body. I drank only green tea and soy milk.. This bigu was a subtle process directed at certain people through the extension of energy from Dr.very healing. but there it was . I had great energy and felt .
for me this was a very big decision. I received and used a six-month supply of nitroglycerin patches which were applied daily to my chest. She was a participant of the Second International Yan Xin Qigong Training Workshop. and liquefied cereal cooked with soy milk to my bigu. because I had suffered a heart attack six months before coming to San Diego. I wish you and your family only the best of health. New York. very thin vegetable soup. Yan Xin. but we truly understood each other when we looked at each other and touched hands. I neglected to renew my prescription. 1992. is to our world! Thank you. She first attended Dr. Yan Xin. but the energy received was sufficient without translation. and the happiness you rightly deserve. I added carrot juice. feel healthy and have retained the energy received from Dr. I now have great energy. and came to San Diego without any heart medication. but I fe'lt that much trust in Dr. a total of three months. this angel. Dr. Yan Xin for giving me LIFE. The world needs you. There was a small amount of translation happening in the workshop. and I must thank Dr.162 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation relaxed even though I did not understand one word of Chinese. Dr. Yan Xin's Qigong lectures in 1990. The country needs you. Qigong and bigu were well received by me. I stayed in a state of bigu until April 11. When I returned home. I was surprised to feel so good. April 11th is my birthday and my daughter Denise invited me to dinner where I ate my first solid food in three months.. Yan Xin. About the Author: Elvira Gellis is a resident of Long Island. I need you. But I was not hungry. . liquefied. and began practicing Yan Xin Qigong at the end of 1991. Yan Xin and I did not understand each other verbally. I can go no further with my explanation of how important this man. I understood enough to trust him with my life. We need you. and I looked and felt younger.
Seven Reasons Why I Practice Qigong
Viktoria Dalko
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Opening the Cage of Loneliness Beautification Improved Family Relationships Improved Work Habits Improved Self-confidence Understanding Art from the Inside Vision of the Future
1. Opening the Cage of Loneliness
In my childhood, I always felt lucky and happy. I achieved good grades, attended good schools, and felt loved by friends and family. However, in my teen years I became depressed and felt very lonely. I tried to deal with itiy depression by always having a large group of friends around me, participating in many activities, and being a student leader. As a sophomore in high school, when I was one of the most popular students, I was criticized for my arrogant attitude. This criticism affected me so deeply that I stopped my involvement with everything. My loneliness was now apparent from the outside, as well as the inside. In my close relationships I was demanding, expecting others to break through my emotional barriers and rescue me. This never happened, even when I met the most caring and capable people. I was disappointed and turned off my good friends. Since I began practicing Yan Xin Qigong in October 1992, the cage around my heart has gradually opened. At the opening ceremony of the Yan Xin Qigong Health and Fitness Center in Champaign, IL, a young woman sat next to me. At first, 1 mentally criticized her because of the color of the clothes she wore. I felt disturbed by her presence. We hardly talked to each other, but by the end of the day we said good-bye as friends. She gave me her personal copy of a precious book in order to help my father's health, and we exchanged sincere invitations,
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hoping to meet in the future. We have been close friends since. I now have the attitude that I can become friends anyone. I find myself talking to shopkeepers, students, many people I do not even know. I now find people to be unique and interesting. I do not look for someone who can me out, I strive to be of service to others.
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2. Beautification
The skin on my face used to be very dry. I bought the most expensive facial moisturizers and went to beauty salons for treatments, yet I continuously had problems. Washing my face with water, let alone soap, would leave my skin a harsh red color for twenty minutes. Now I use regular soap, sponge my face, do whatever I like. I use very basic hand lotion - maybe once every two weeks, and my skin looks radiant. Aspects of my body shape that I did not like have changed. I have constantly exercised since I started ballet at the age of five. Later, I played basketball, fenced, swam, studied tae-kwando, and yoga. I also learned jazz ballet and aerobics. Yet, 1 was never satisfied with my body. Qigong practice does not involve physical exercise, but it made the proportions of my figure more ideal.
3. Improved Family Relationships
My sister-in-law and I often had misunderstandings. Our conflict affected my brother's marriage, since he is both a good brother and a good husband. It appeared as though she and I had nothing in common, and if something worked for one of us, it would never work for the other. I could never understand her reactions, and never accepted her. All that has changed, and we now enjoy long conversations with each other and feel that there is no longer any misunderstanding or competition. We both honestly act as if the other is a sister we grew up with. In the past, I experienced many difficulties with my father. I felt he was demanding, and bossy, and I never thought that he loved me. Over the last year our relationship changed drastically. Now that he practices Yan Xin Qigong, he can easily express his emotions and feelings. I used to take him for
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granted, but now I realize how much support he gave me all my life and am thankful for his care and love. We are very close, and I am proud of him. He has become a model husband, participating in his share of household chores, and being much more patient with others. Through Yan Xin Qigong I have developed numerous friends who seem just like family members. These are friends who are supportive and share their lives with me. I feel that my family of friends is always growing.
4. Improved Work Habits
In the classroom, I am continuously learning from my students, especially from their questions and approaches. I seriously listen to what they want and don't want, and try to make adjustments. I used to be always late for my classes. Now I usually arrive a few minutes early. I make class preparations in advance, and right after class I summarize the questions and comments raised by my students. I have discovered hbw interesting and important the field of economics is, as well as other sciences. Now I can focus and concentrate much more while reading or writing. If I have to work in the evening, I do not get resentful or feel that this time should be for leisure.
5. Improved Self-confidence
Before I began practicing Yan Xin Qigong, most students had problems hearing me speak. My voice would fade easily, and my throat would quickly dry out. In social occasions, I almost never approached or initiated conversations with new people. I usually stayed in the safe circle of my old friends. Now I go around and introduce people to each other, creating new friendships, and I am much better at remembering names. I feel that I can accomplish anything I put my mind to. It is my experience that, within a very short period of time, I can become very proficient and achieve good results with all types of projects.
6. Understanding Art from the Inside
I feel art is a language. If more people understood how much more harmonious and successful my life has become. why not go to do something entirely different. and where I'm at in life. music. potentially a very precise language. drifting to the flow of unpredictable waves. Vision of the Future Before practicing Yan Xin Qigong. To deeply connect with an art performance brings the world closer to me. and choral singing for many years. and social dancing. I had no vision of the direction I wanted my life to move in. move to another country. Since I began practicing Yan Xin Qigong. . However. and I can influence it. 7. Things I never even suspected would be possible are happening. I felt my life to be a little boat on the ocean. it is progressing. my world view has changed dramatically. Since I began practicing Yan Xin Qigong. I frequently complained about my family. Life has became complete and fulfilling. singing and dancing. This includes a deep appreciation of paintings. My experience is just one out of millions in the world. It is an uplifting and unifying experience. I enjoy folk. I am continuously learning about my own abilities .166 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation I studied piano for twelve years. I asked myself. I always dreamed about the future. I often wondered why I had to do what I was doing. jazz ballet. This process is bringing out the best in me. did not feel stable. location. I believe they would practice Yan Xin Qigong as well. Dance has become internal. I pay attention to the people and events around me. I am happy with what I am doing. job. I was not very attentive. and many other things. and often was not in the present moment. hoping that maybe things would improve. my relationship to the arts has become very intimate.new potentials are constantly being explored and developed. guitar for two years. deeply linked to my personality and surroundings. Since discovering Yan Xin Qigong. At the same time I feel comfortable that my life has a direction. find another job or other friends.
Yan Xin. Hungary in 1963. Viktoria has been the Director of the Yan Xin Qigong Health and Fitness Center in Champaign. Since 1992 she has been a visiting assistant professor at the Department of Economics.D. Tax and Finances of the Hungarian Parliament in 1989. and. Viktoria was first introduced to Yan Xin Qigong in October 1992 in Champaign. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. and worked as head of staff of the Committee of Budget. has been the Assistant Director of the Master's Program. IL since 1993. She received her Ph. and as assistant to the advisor of the Hungarian Central Bank's Governor. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.Personal Experiences 167 About the Author: Viktoria Dalko was born in Budapest. in addition. Illinois and has attended 12 IYXQA Training Workshops and a number of qigong lectures by Dr. . PA.
but will be affected and disturbed by these obstacles. Timely Review In order to smoothly develop throughout our qigong practice. the changes and evolution of a society. Some examples are: What is the basic meaning of qigong? What is qigong? What are the benefits of learning and practicing qigong? What are the possible reactions? How can we 168 . and many natural patterns all originate from the whole process of change and motion of qi. Timely review. as well as the phenomena and benefits related to qigong. and collective cultivation and training are two important activities for the enhancement of our qigong cultivation and practice in the future. the generation of science. and learn basic qigong concepts. Qi will not disappear due to man-made obstacles. In particular. The following is an elaboration on these two topics.Chapter Thirteen Future Direction The basic ideals of human beings. we may want to review basic qigongrelated questions encountered during our qigong cultivation and practice. principles and methods. It may be desirable to review the experience and understanding gained during our individual qigong cultivation and practice. we must review the lessons of modern qigong development.
a genuine social science that is empirical. we may still encounter controversial issues or different opinions related to qigong academic studies or qigong itself. and a grand discipline. tomorrow or somewhere in the future. It will not disappear through criticism. study. beliefs. physical condition. After our individual review in terms of psychology. work. and the micro. It is a discipline related to natural science and various aspects of natural science. to help us become full of beneficence and fully illuminated? In what respect is qigong beneficial to the genuine manifestation of the value of life? In what respect is qigong beneficial to the genuine application. cultural. academic advancement. or simply because people's desires are not satisfied. and the genuine and correct development of science? In what respect does qigong contribute to the ultimate and true realization of the common ideals of the entire human race? We may discover through this review why different views. philosophical. Qigong is a natural. rest. Through review we may realize that over the long progression of history. and why it has developed to the point that as many as one hundred million people practice qigong. Qigong is an all-encompassing scholarship. opinions and controversies exist in qigong development. we . an allencompassing technique. business.and macroscopic aspects of our life. and specialties? Besides benefits relating to the improvement of our individual lives. Qigong can withstand attacks and weather big storms without being twisted or changed. But today.Future Direction 169 learn and practice qigong? How can we enter the door of qigong? How can we advance in qigong practice? What are the problems demanding our attention while learning and practicing qigong? Does learning and practicing qigong conflict with our individual interests. criticisms and judgments. life. It is a naturally practiced and practically tested comprehensive discipline . comprehensive. what does learning and practicing qigong bring to our individual life and the lives of our family members and society. objective reality that humans have naturally discovered and utilized. and scientific in nature. Modern qigong development has experienced an incredible upsurge. qigong has weathered many storms. career.
The excited qi of people's spirit is the original qi of a country. but also determines the existence or decline of the human race. and closely relate to the factors. Such a country can then push and excite the human qi or national spirit of its people. Liang Qichao. in 1899. and the spirit of all human beings. but will disintegrate without qi. qi will treasure all beings on the surface of the earth and promote the prosperity of human affairs. the spirit of the society. sometimes empty. transformation. (the entire human race. If the environment is conducive to qi.170 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation may realize that all people. A country should be based on all its people. The existence and development of human beings and their countries is fundamentally determined by original qi. then qi will disappear without a trace. and principles of the transmutation of qi. This spirit is not easily removed or changed by external guidance or force from specific individuals." . state. always changing over time. but to nature as well. Original qi is the root of the entire world. sometimes full." Liang Qichao further elaborated on qi: "What is spirit? It is the original qi of people. the spirit of people and of the human race. Ancients long ago recognized that qi gives birth to the myriad beings. a historic figure in Chinese history wrote the following in his book "Ten Original Qi's of People:" "Qi is an inaudible and invisible substance that cannot be falsely advertised or forcibly defined. evolution. of the myriad beings all originate from the transmutation of qi. the spirit of its people. development. government or religion. mechanisms. whether practicing qigong or not. rebirth. death. Although the physical manifestation of qi has had various forms. All beings contain the work conducted by the qi of qigong. A country will exist with qi. This point was recognized long ago by Chinese and world qigong practitioners. A person becomes alive through possessing qi and dies without qi. If the environment is suppressive to qi. For example. Qi is not only related to. and that the universe originated from qi. the existence of qi is not determined by temporary affairs. redevelopment. Qi belongs not only to the human race. and all beings beyond human beings) contain the qi of qigong. T h e birth. et cetera.
family members. Qigong is a natural phenomenon that objectively exists. praise. accusations. We must seriously review the question of "qi. and evolution of human beings and other beings. the entire evolution process. Qi will not disappear due to man-made obstacles. These doubts may even affect their opinions and stop them from obtaining benefits or developing. We should review this feedback to see if they affect the development of qigong and the extent of its effects and benefits. lessons. after being affected by this feedback. we should realize that ancients have provided us. We must ask ourselves. some individuals had serious doubts about the qi of qigong. Due to attacks by people and self doubts towards the qi of qigong. and others. our family members." During the development of qigong. we will gradually face views. and other people. we should review the qi of qigong from multiple directions and perspectives. with many tools we can use to examine qigong. development. collective qigong cultivation and training. does qigong still exist. or criticism from ourselves. the generation of science. and developing and promoting qigong. Qigong exists during the entire life cycle. and can it be further developed? These are things we need to seriously consider. difficult to explain questions about qi have arisen. Due to outside influences. opinions. to some extent. experiences. and many natural patterns all originate from the whole process of change and motion of qi. as well as many of the effects and phenomena they have personally experienced. more fully understand that Traditional Chinese Qigong and world qigong has always accompanied the birth." By putting forward our best effort in individual qigong cultivation and training. specific . Through serious review. In ancient qigong literature there are many dissertations and summaries on qi under the names of "qi and original qi. existence. Our review will let us. encouragement. but will be affected and disturbed by these obstacles. and certain transient movements and changes.Future Direction 171 The basic ideals of human beings. This phenomenon contains patterns. people generate numerous self-doubts about qigong contents. In light of these potential pitfalls. judgment. the changes and evolution of a society.
Help people envision the benefits of qigong. Collective cultivation is seventy to ninety percent of true qigong practice. make big wishes. Help more people to experience the interesting parts of qigong as a tool. Help people understand that human beings originally needed and owned qigong. we should also try our best to share with and learn from others. Not only should we learn qigong principles and methods together. It also includes merging qigong into your life. but have vandalized. Help people experience the many benefits of qigong. the many practical uses of qigong for our society. collective cultivation includes mutual exchange and help. a system of knowledge. Set big goals. . Collective cultivation and training is more than merely practicing qigong methods together (such as group practice). about qigong cultivation and training. The contents of collective cultivation and training are broad. the social and scientific nature of qigong. should appropriately introduce qigong to their friends in a balanced. and imperceptibly distorted qigong. study and rest. wasted. Collective Cultivation and Training Any qigong activity. We should tell others why we are so enthusiastic about learning qigong. discovered. Qigong practitioners. Each qigong practitioner should strive within any group activity (not merely "qigong" group activities) to become a multi-talented and knowledgeable person. views and understanding of qigong. enthusiasm. and appropriate manner. promotion and popularization of qigong. factual. and the bright future of qigong development. a scholarship. and sincerity.172 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation techniques. Each practitioner should strive to become an ordinary. We should exchange our views on qigong. and many elements of future science that wait to be experienced. invented. and personally engage in the development. More importantly. and mastered by scientists. work. after reviewing and elevating their experience through qigong cultivation and practice. using our own words. This introduction should be based on our personal experiences. besides personal qigong activity. Encourage others to become deeply interested in qigong. is considered collective cultivation and training. and a grand science. a discipline.
We should work with others in the same way that non-qigong practitioners do. as well as possessing the special abilities and effects of a qigong practitioner. but also a person who is competent. with multiple contents. This root is "virtue" or "wisdom. The importance of collective cultivation and training is not to gain recognition for yourself or for qigong directly. Rather. we should try to unite our internal world with work and effects that are acceptable to non-qigong practitioners. location and content of an activity. From form to content. There is no fixed method for collective cultivation and training . They are dynamic. we strive to make the activity as successful as possible. Effects and benefits cannot be separated from significance. has a can-do attitude. Significance is the continual . and not show-off that we are qigong practitioners. As such. All methods go back to one root. and the resulting genuine popularization and development of qigong in multiple forms. possesses the capacity to succeed. and effect. and already has succeeded." When one or more qigong practitioners are involved in a group activity. One should strive to become not only a good student. from content to effects. whether or not it is qigong related. it is manifested in the success of the activities we engage in." This root is "great virtue and great wisdom produce great successes. but who at the same time is talented and capable. We should strive to attain this attitude. ability. and specific contents and forms of qigong principles and methods. relative to the people. visible and invisible. not necessarily using qigong practice or the external form of qigong in conducting collective cultivation and training. Other times we should use our actions as personal examples.Future Direction 173 modest person who treats everyone as their teacher. As long as we are in a place with nonpractitioners. time. we should view this activity as a part of our collective cultivation and training. we should change our mind set from a qigong practitioner to an ordinary person.no method is fixed. In this manner. The methods of collective cultivation and training are not static. At times we may want to use qigong terminology. we will be able to hold effective group activities using appropriate forms and contents.
comprehensive and non-sectarian. The accumulation of our efforts can genuinely push forward the progress of human civilization. develop. solidify. methods and significance of collective cultivation and training. The genuine Traditional Chinese Qigong I have introduced to you has been passed down from my qigong masters. but also complement the effects of the group activity. just like the saying "one stone can create a thousand waves. we not only improve our individual cultivation and practice. Furthermore.174 Secrets and Benefits of Internal Qigong Cultivation generation of practical effects and benefits. The original content of genuine qigong is merely the qigong foundation that everyone possesses. see. Successful group activities bring qigong benefits to the participating qigong practitioners. We should use the total content of qigong to support ourselves. and redevelop these group activities. Based on the special qi-field effects of a group activity. . we can imagine. the involvement of qigong practitioners can genuinely push forward. It is traditional." With an understanding of the meaning. Group activities depend on each qigong practitioner. genuinely enrich the quality of life and perfect the lives of our qigong practitioners. contents. and each qigong practitioner contributes to the effect. and experience the original content of genuine qigong. Whether this foundation can be effectively developed and utilized depends on the level of awareness of this fact possessed by an individual qigong practitioner.
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Yan Xin will make the meeting an energetic and informative environment for practice and learning. Scholars. doctors and scientists will discuss philosophical. reducing daily stress. No prior knowledge of qigong is required. T h e C o n f e r e n c e will also emphasize a variety of research. especially scientific study of the effects and mechanisms of qigong on the health of individuals and society. There will be discussions on the benefits of qigong practice as well as sharing of experiences for efficiently achieving good results.97 Yan Xin Qigong Conference The International Yan Xin Qigong Association (IYXQA) Announces The 1997 International Yan Xin Qigong Practice and Research Conference August 30 . and developing higher wisdom. We will examine the practical impact of qigong on 179 The . THE CONFERENCE C o n f e r e n c e will attract thousands of qigong practitioners from around the world. cultural. New York City I.September 1. The IYXQA cordially invites everyone to join us and to learn how to use qigong as a method for improving physical health. The participation of many advanced qigong practitioners taught by Dr. medical and scientific aspects of qigong cultivation and practice. increasing inner strength.
the nature of consciousness. the fundamental concept of the Traditional Chinese Qigong. Yan Xin to be the Conference's special guest lecturer. II. and their impact on human health. mind-body interactions. Large numbers of people attending these lectures have experienced remarkable healing effects. Dr. BACKGROUND is an ancient system of knowledge and practice that has a history of more than seven thousand years. encompassing a combination of virtue cultivation and meditative practice. Y a n X i n is a popular Chinese qigong master. People who practice the Traditional Chinese Qigong seek to reach a high level of physical health and mental harmony and to fulfill their lives by contributing to the well-being of the society and that of the natural environment. The IYXQA has invited Dr. culture. Yan Xin is also widely recognized for his pursuit of modern scientific research in studying the effects of qi. rigorous and creative study of these issues relevant to our common future. The Traditional Chinese Qigong is an ideal system which is unattached to any specific ideology or religion. and medical and health professionals of all specialties to join us for an open. Yan Xin's qigong lectures.180 97 Yan Xin Qigong Conference such topics as subtle energy systems. Traditional Chinese Qigong . healing and training methods such as Chinese medicine and martial arts. It is suitable for people of all backgrounds. The IYXQA invites scientists and scholars of all disciplines. Yan Xin Qigong is a modern form of the Traditional Chinese Qigong. Tens of millions of qigong practitioners in China and hundreds of thousands of practitioners outside China have heard Dr. D r . He was trained by nearly thirty high-level qigong masters and has received high education in both western and traditional Chinese medicine. The Traditional Chinese Qigong is the foundation of eastern philosophy.
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134 Eight trigrams. 59 Adolescent. 16. 134 Can Tong Qi. 101. 65. 123 Childhood. 3. 40. 102-111. 16 Tibetan Living. 142. 86. 163 182 Chinese Research Society on Qigong Science. 143. 15. 21. 83 . 129. 88 temperature. 93. 106 Dantian. 136. 13. 1. 157 Buddhism. 148 Confucian Qigong. 148 Coldness. 15. 53. 105. 97. 87. 67. 6. 101. 142. 137 Cultivation of character and life. 47-52. 105. 14. 8. 55. 15. 70.Index Acupuncture. 101 Confucius. 71. 42. 119. 82 Dizziness. 141. 22. 82. 133 Drowsiness. 138. 156. 172174 Concurrent motion and stillness. 100. 17. 43 Coughing. 7. 141. 134 Crying. 70 Consciousness. 135. 88 Breathing adjustment. 162 Bio-energy. 62. 52-54 Conduct. 94 Eight trigram box. 69. 52. 106. 78 Circulatory system. 155 Ao Dalun. 12. 105. 108 Buddhist Earth Store Qigong. 76 Bloatedness. 161. 64. 110. 125. 63. 152 Dharma eye. 19 Analytical eye. 110-112 Buddha Shakyamuni. 75. 111. 169 Benefits of qigong practice. 101. 38. 115. 149-151 Child Longevity Nine Step Method. 79 Clairvoyance. 69. 151. 15. 106. 168. 100. 26 Endocrine system. 88. 42 seventh. 40. 1. 18-27 Bigu. 5. 69. 53 Buddhist Guanyin (Kuan Yin) Qigong. 2 Beneficence. 143. 146 sixth. 101. 147 Buddha eye. 40-43. 77. 112 electrical resistance of. 14 Celestial circulation great. 100. 133. 25. 62. 39. 152-154 Burping. 143 Confucianism. * 40. 49. 73. 157 Digestive system. 12 Buddhist Qigong. 149-151 small.143. 81. 130 Body adjustment. 42 eighth. 19. 31 Chongqing Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine. 76. 131 Collective cultivation. 69.
161 enhanced. 15. 95. 127 Nervous system. honorable. 40-47 Mind-reading. 68. 90. 150 Mind adjustment. 68. 123. viii. 53. 95. 22. 23. 170 Lightness.139 . 52. 137 Multiple eye. 131 Immune function. 136. 33. 112 Mind and Body. 77. 132 Hotness. 153-155 Heaviness. 137 Liang Qichao. 61-64 Group practice. 161 Menopausal syndrome. 94 Five opening functions. 97. 132. 84. 16 Kinship clan. 131. 117. 129-130 Five elements. 128. 152-153 Floating. 146 Form. 135. 149 Qi and DNA and RNA. 135. vi. 146. 81. 134 Perspiration. 145 Itchiness. 80. 66. 85. 12. 109-112. 129. see Buddhist Guanyin Lao Tzu. 2. 121-123 Luminesce. 21. 90 Incredible wonders. 141. 9. 41. 105. 8. 129. 106. 132 Lotus flower. 52. 86 Meditation. simultaneous training of. 149 internal. opening of. 141 Internal qigong. 89. 122. 130. 140 . 97. 136. 146. 5. 119. 112. 134. 56. 13.Index Ending procedure. 10. 104. 92 external. 89 Qi and four fundamental forces. 123-128. 76 Essence. 153 Naturalness. 21 Meridians. 94. 5. 139. 134 Point and transform. 74-76. 4. 6. 59. 147 Passing gas. 94. 72. 102. 99. 143. 91. 45. 145 Naked Eye. 16. 129. 9. 61. 21. 96 Laughing. 131. 70. 13. sensation of. 69. 53. 76 Qi. 105. 153 Martial arts. 22. 83. 71. sensation of. 153. sensation of. 46. 134 Nirvana. 35. 153 International Yan Xin Qigong Association. 45. 129. 95. 130. 68. 96. 42. 123 Qi-emitting lecture. 172 Guan Shi Yin. 71. 3. 100 Expanding. 54. 142 Posture adjustment. 15 Pain. 72 Heavenly eye. 130. 156 Psychokinesis. 84-86. 36. 46. 38 Kashyapa. 76. 111. 89. 89. 44. 135 Internal organs. 40-46. 17. 94. 16. 86. Predicting eye. 62. 141. 43 Kuan Yin. 105-110. bi-directionality of. 87 Mysterious wonders. 131. see Qigong healing Heaven and earth. 29. 125. 83 Menopause. 143 Posture. 113-118. 35. 71. 118 general. 40. 35. 140. 89. sensation of. 11. 115-117 ESP (extrasensory perception). 160 183 Master Haiden. 136. 154 Luminescence. 34 Qi field. 14 Healing. 155 Muscular and skeletal system. sensation of. 16. 60.
3. 59. 87. 13. 99. 66-73. 15. 1. 9. 6. 26. 173 Qigong scientific experiments. 73. 17. 88. 69-71 Vision preservation and improvement method. 63. 75. 170 Respiratory system. 44. 68. 105. 142. 143. 31 Qigong history of. 5. 149. 146. 8. 6. 10. 139. 80 Screaming. 129. 101. 87. 143. 103-105. 123 Wisdom eye. 16. 47. 4-6. 13. 57. 85. 14. 2-5. 10. 96 Taoism. 57. 130 Soreness. 142. 94 Zhang Zhenghuan. 94 Qigong method. 8. 91. 66. 88. 117. 46. 171. 107. 143. 32. 26 Tingling. 12. 11. 52. 125126 Vomiting. 13. 1. 109-112. 123. 12. 14. 173 mystery. 14. 102. 15. 26. 78. 93-113. 6. 17. 4. 102-1-4. 40. 13. 68 Shrinking. 110 Virtue (Te). 54. 93. 17 . sensation of. 125. 134 Wisdom enhancement. 172. 99. 138. 129. 67-69. 135 Recalling eye. 100-102. 161. Dr. 127 Tshan Thung Chhi. 67.7 Thought sensing. 69. 40. 97-100. 129. 130 Spirit. 15. 42. 117 Su Ping. 77. 158-167 YangChao. 51. 1-10. 51. 112. 30. 68. 43. 143. 135 Sharila. 94-100 Spontaneous movements. 26. 62. 31. 107. 35 Qigong workshop. 53. 13. 31 Qian Xuesen. 143 Tang Yu. 146 Traditional Chinese Medicine. 64-65. 10. 129. 158 Subtle wonders. 49. 84. 167 Yan Xin Qigong. 15. 100 Tao Te Ching. 174 Qigong mechanisms. 54. 94. 35.184 Index Tao. 140. 156-162. 5. 28-39 Qigong healing. 2 Subconsciousness. 74-92. 99-101 Taoist Qigong. 110. 89. 50. 6. 136. 141. 127 Religion. 19. 55-65. 158167 Rapid heartbeat. 10. 10. 89. 16. 68. 10911. 42. 1. 15. 5. sensation of. 79. 69. 10. 12-16. 42. 118. 9.. 29. 133 Smoothness. 144. 102 Yin and Yang. 41. 174 Tranquillity. 145. 129. 41. 93-128 Qigong principles. 106. 6. 14 Virtuality. 96. 151. 145. 108. 31. 8. 113. 102-105. 148. 17. 91. 59. 130. 129-139. 156 Relaxation. 130. 38.152 Taoist virtue Telepathic. 125. 17 Yao. 13. 97. 56. 41. 161 Qigong masters. 22. 49. 23. 16. 137. 41. 11-17 scientific nature of. 93. 153-156 Yan Xin. 46. 48. 114. 131 Traditional Chinese Qigong. 155. 101.
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