Optimism for Happiness and Health Review

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(More customer reviews)This CD utilizes the findings of current research about breathing and mediation in a simple yet effective way. It facilitates regular usage in a user-friendly manner. The beauty of the flowers adds a nice touch. I recommend it to my clients (psychological practice).

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Babaji's Kriya Hatha Yoga Self-realization through Action with Awareness Review

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(More customer reviews)"This is the first Kriya Hatha Yoga tape to come our way. The teaching, a blend of Patanjali's kriya yoga and kundalini yoga, is attributed to the legendary Babaji Nagaraj, the ageless siddha(adept) introduced to Westerners in Paramahansa Yogananda's Autobiography of a Yogi. Kriya yoga, the yoga of "ritual action," is probably not as well known as its eight-limbed cousin, ashtanga yoga, Kriya traditionally has three elements: asceticism (tapas), self-study (svadhyaya), and devotion to the Lord (ishvara-pranidhana; see Yoga Sutra II.1). However, the first two elements cited here are practice (abhyasa) and dispassion (vairagya), usually considered the two great "wings" of the classical school and embracing both kriya and ashtanga yoga. The asana practice consists of a fixed series of 18 mostly familiar poses, such as Full and Half Shoulderstand, Plow, Triangle, and Boat. The names given to several of the poses are a bit unusual; for example, the aforementioned Boat, typically called Navasana, is here Vajroli Mudrasana, which is actually what this position is called in the Gheranda-Samhita, a seventeenth-century hatha manual. Along with Shoulderstand and its variations, the sequence consists primarily of alternately forward-sitting and back-bending poses, many augmented by pulsing "micro-movements," or kriyas. There are only two standing poses: a forward bend near the beginning and a Triangle at the very end, which provides the only twist.
The 100-minute session strolls along with lots of time to rest and reflect in between poses. There are minimal physical instructions, the emphasis being on the energetic and spiritual dimensions of the work. The poses are generally accessible and adequately demonstrated, though the inversions aren't properly cautioned regarding high blood pressure and menstruation, and Govindan demonstrates the Lotus warm-ups by pushing down on his knee, which I wouldn't recommend. But this is an earnest, unique and inspiring presentation, suitable for experienced beginners and intermediates."

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Eight Simple Qigong Exercises For Health: The Eight Pieces of Brocade Review

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(More customer reviews)I was introduced to the benefits of Qigong by a good friend a few months ago. I noticed that it had immediate physical benefits. I had been searching for a practice that would help increase my physical energy.
This is a wonderful introduction to Qigong for beginners. I bought the video on the recommendations of the reviewers here and have not been disappointed. Plus it is a very reasonable cost compared to the other options.
Dr. Yang gives very clear and concise explanations of the theory behind the poses. The exercises are simple to do. I have started with the sitting exercises and am doing them morning and night the past few days.
I suffer from chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia and bought this to improve the energy flow in my body. I have been feeling very weak lately due to lack of sleep and stress and found that the poses gave me immediate benefit by taking a layer of pain off my body. I am sleeping better too. I will check back in 3 months to update the benefits.
Also it became clear to me from watching the DVD that the problems I am having are energy problems. After doing the exercises I could feel the chi flowing in parts of my body that have been blocked -- namely my feet and arms. I also noticed that my kidneys are extremely sore and probably depleted. I was shocked. These exercises made me more aware of what is really going on in my body.
The sitting exercises are great for those who need to take it slow. To the senior gentleman who was upset that Dr. Yang didn't go into modifications. Yes, you are right, but you needn't worry if you can't stretch all the way to your toes. Just stretch as far forward as you can comfortably do. He also says in his analysis that the repetitions are guidelines -- and to do what you can.
A great DVD. I can't wait to see how I'm feeling in a few months. The DVD made me realize that I need to renergize my kidney's and I am buying herbal tea and herbs to assist in that process. I for one am tired of exercise that pushes the body past it's limits. This set of poses works with the body that you have now!

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Perfect for beginners! In this bestselling video, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming instructs and demonstrates the most popular set of Chinese healing exercises, the Eight Brocades. These gentle breathing, stretching and strengthening movements activate the Qi energy and blood circulation in your body, helping to stimulate your immune system, strengthen your internal organs, and give you abundant energy. With both a sitting and standing set, anyone can practice these simple and effective exercises in as little as 15 -20 minutes a day.Known in China as the Ba Duan Jin, the Eight Pieces of Brocade has been practiced for over 1,000 years. Also included are the secret words - poetry that has been used to pass this knowledge down from generation to generation, which contains the key to each of these ancient medical qigong movements.This DVD edition includes a detailed and fascinating qigong lecture by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, with over an hour of additional explanation and instruction of each of the qigong movements, and the history of the Eight Pieces of Brocade.Two complete sets of exercises - Time-tested, traditional Chinese healing art - Modern scientific explanation of healing principles - Multi-Language Edition- Narrated in English or French, with original Chinese poetry narrated by Dr. Yang, Jwing-MingSpecial Features: Over 50 Scene Selections - Menus in English or French - Language: English, French and Chinese.Subtitles: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch and Chinese Glossary "8 Simple Qigong Exercises" - Written & Performed by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming - Edited by David Silver and MediaManic - Video Production Supervision by David Silver - DVD Production by MediaManic - Directed by Dr.Yang, Jwing-Ming and David Silver195 minutes - color/ NTSC -All Regions © Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming

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Chinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong Review

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(More customer reviews)Chinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong is presented in a very accessable way. The full form is shown from two different angles and also broken down and taught step-by-step. Even though it is relatively easy to memorize and perform the movements, this Qigong feels more advanced than many of the styles I have experienced. The quality of movement shown on the video is difficult to replicate. Obviously, Master Wu is a very skilled practitioner. I would not recommend this DVD to beginners, but anyone who has some experience with Qigong would benefit from owning this DVD (and the companion book).
It is really a rare thing to have someone like Master Wu present a shamanic form of Qigong to a western audience. I have not seen anything else like it--certainly not anything of such high quality production. It is something I know I will spend several years learning and re-learning, hoping someday to acheive mastery.

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Strengthen Your Immune System, Enhance Your Flexibility, Heal More Effectively and Achieve Deep Inner Peace With The Ancient Power of Chinese Shamanic Tiger QigongChinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong is a uniquely potent practice designed to bolster our health and deepen our spiritual connection to universal energy. Lineage holder, Master Zhongxian Wu provides detailed instruction in this powerful Mt. Emei Sage Style 24-movement Qigong form, which combines the traditions of ancient shamanism, Confucianism, Daoism, classical Chinese medicine, and the martial arts. The tiger is a symbol for shamanic power and for Qi, especially Zhengqi. Physically, Zhengqi is represented most strongly by the Lung, which prevents pathogenic Qi from invading the body. The Lung governs and energizes all the meridians of the body, helping us to achieve and maintain a high level of resilient well being. Regular practice of Chinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong: Awakens energy and consciousness in your body to feel more alive and more groundedDevelops your shamanic healing abilities to effectively alleviate others suffering Opens your energy gates and meridians to achieve long lasting, buoyant health Allows the free flow of Qi to connect with universal energy and attain deep levels of tranquility Connects you to nature s deepest healing powers to rebound more strongly from past health challengesStrengthens your immune system to better protect you from diseaseEnhances your flexibility and mobility to enjoy easier, pain-free movementRelaxes your body and mind to reduce unwanted tension and stressChinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong includes:Shaking Practice The Ritual of Heart Shaking focuses the body and Shen on the universal vibrations we are experiencing. This is a way to awaken energy and consciousness in the body. This movement can help us open our energy gates and meridians the energy channels in the body. It allows the free flow of Qi to connect with universal energy in moving into the basic Qi state. In the Chinese shamanic Qigong practice, shaking is like an inner dancing and drumming to access our inner great medicine energetic rhythm for healing and achieving Enlightenment.Shamanic Tiger Qigong MovementsMovement 1 Return to the Great Primordial QiHelps you awaken your original life source, creating and nourishing the Zhengqi, life force. This movement opens the body and enables us to connect with the Universal Qi. It also helps us learn about the union of the physical body and the spiritual body. Daily practice strengthens the vital energy and is good for rebuilding one s life energy from a state of weakness.Movement 2 Sleeping Tiger Wakes UpReleases Qi stagnation and strengthens the Liver function, improving the flexibility of the whole body. It helps us to awaken and to understand the energy in our deeper layers that energy which is usually never accessed or used by the conscious mind. By doing this form, we will become deeply aware of the presence of the special treasures of the body: Jing, Qi, and Shen. Movement 3 Tiger Wags Its TailEnhances the Zhongqi, the central energy of the body, and includes the Earth element and its harmonizing function. Good for any digestive or Earth pathology. Movement 4 Tiger Emerges from the CaveHelps open the four spiritual gates in the body: the two hips and the two shoulders. By circulating the energy in the lower Dantian, the energy of the body unites with universal energy. This results in unification rather than separation. The movement is good for the Heart function or any disease of the limbs. Movement 5 Tiger Displays Martial PowerConnects us with the harmony of Universal Qi and is excellent for dispersing Qi stagnation in the body. Also helps strengthen Kidney and Liver Qi and harmonizes Lung and Liver

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