We all have a common denominator. We all would like something easy to follow that could make a difference in the quality of our lives. This book does just that. Mr. Robinson takes us on a journey back in time where we explore the minds of the wisest in ancient times. Although written for the Tai Chi student, Mr. Robinson makes it clear the Tao Te Ching can be a guide for everyone. This is one of those books you can't put down and will find yourself referring to it for years to come.

Invaluable for students and instructors, this intriguing and powerful guide shows readers how to apply Tai Chi Chuan to their everyday lives for emotional and physical health, and spiritual wellness.

Master the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi Chuan with this informative guide. One of the most popular Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi Chuan is also one of the most effective stress relievers available. In China it is also used extensively for the prevention and treatment of illnesses, and its beneficial effects for health and fitness are now widely recognized in the West. The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan is a comprehensive and fascinating guide to the practical application and potential benefits of Tai Chi Chuan. Packed with step-by-step illustrations for practice at home, this tai chi guide covers everything you would want to know about this ancient art, including its benefits for mental, spiritual and emotional development. This tai chi book is both an ideal introductory guide and an invaluable reminder for those who have already taken classes. Topics in The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan include: Tai Chi Chuan as a Martial ArtThe Concept of Yin-Yang and Tai Chi ChuanThe Historical Development of the Various StylesAdvice from the Great MastersTechniques and Skills of Pushing HandsSpecific Techniques for Combat SituationsTaoism and Spiritual Development in Tai Chi ChuanAnd many more

A longtime teacher and Harvard researcher presents the latest science on the benefits of T’ai Chi as well as a practical daily program for practitioners of all ages Conventional medical science on the Chinese art of T’ai Chi now shows what T’ai Chi masters have known for centuries: regular practice leads to more vigor and flexibility, better balance and mobility, and a sense of well-being. Cutting-edge research from Harvard Medical School also supports the long-standing claims that T’ai Chi also has a beneficial impact on the health of the heart, bones, nerves and muscles, immune system, and the mind. This research provides fascinating insight into the underlying physiological mechanisms that explain how T’ai Chi actually works. Dr. Peter M. Wayne, a longtime T’ai Chi teacher and a researcher at Harvard Medical School, developed and tested protocols similar to the simplified program he includes in this book, which is suited to people of all ages, and can be done in just a few minutes a day. This book includes: • The basic program, illustrated by more than 50 photographs • Practical tips for integrating T’ai Chi into everyday activities • An introduction to the traditional principles of T’ai Chi • Up-to-date summaries of the research on the health benefits of T’ai Chi • How T’ai Chi can enhance work productivity, creativity, and sports performance • And much more

Learn the fundamentals of tai chi in ten weeks Dr. Aihan Kuhn teaches readers the twenty-four-step Yang-style form. She shares insight on warming up, healing, and avoiding injury. Each day millions of people around the world practice tai chi for wellness, focus, and self-defense. This is a lifelong path. Tai chi is more than just a physical exercise. It is a way of life - an art that helps us cultivate health, balance, and qi (energy). For the novice, this idea can be exciting but also daunting. Dr. Aihan Kuhn is a master instructor of tai chi and qigong. In this book she shares the lessons she's learned in a lifetime of studying and teaching. She is warm and encouraging, making readers of all ages and backgrounds feel welcome.

Tai Chi is a martial art that originated in China one thousand years ago. It is practised through continuous flowing, circular movements which encourage the fl w of life-force energy, or chi, through the body. This helps the body to heal and rejuvenate itself, and today most people practice Tai Chi to gain its great physical and psychological health benefits.This introductory guide explains:* What the correct methods of practice are* How Tai Chi will increase your energy* How Tai Chi can improve your health* How to enhance your personal and spiritual development

In Bagua and Tai Chi, noted teacher Bruce Frantzis demonstrates through these two important practices what is required to develop and embody high levels of chi flow. Inside the slow-motion movements of tai chi is a sophisticated mind/body/spirit practice. Derived from the I Ching (Book of Changes), bagua is unique in its circular movements, spiraling energy, and unpredictable changes of direction. Frantzis begins with an overview of both bagua and tai chi and their origins in Chinese culture, followed by comprehensive advice on how to incorporate these practices into daily Western life. Written in an easy, conversational style, the book provides an explanation of an art that is practiced by millions in China to release stress and maintain a vigorous level of health. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), the 2.3 million Americans who currently practice tai chi report improved sleep, conditioning, and overall wellness. Bagua and Tai Chi offers a gentle healing and strengthening system that will appeal to a wide audience, including martial artists, meditators, dancers and athletes, personal trainers, and anyone looking to reduce stress and increase calmness and clarity through an effective, low-impact body practice.

From the host of PBS's "Longevity Tai Chi" a guide to the art, practice, and health benefits of Tai Chi

BOOK #1: Tai Chi: Master the Art of Moving Meditation! Learn Tai Chi's Slow, Smooth Body Movements to Achieve a State of Relaxation of Body and Mind.As Tai Chi is getting more popular among wider population, and with a fairly good reason, we can't seem to stop wondering why? What is Tai Chi? What is it good for and what benefits are hidden in the name of this ancient Chinese martial art?First off, Tai Chi can offer, and is offering to its dedicated practitioners, a great way to reach the state of mindfulness, calmness and serenity, helping you renounce any type of body or mind health issues and problems. BOOK #2: Mindfulness: The Secret of Being in the Present Moment: Mindfulness Techniques for Absolute HappinessMindfulness, the Secret of Being in the Present Moment: techniques for Absolute Happiness covers a profound subject pertaining to human mental and physical health. It has to do with valuing this moment in time above all else and disregarding the baggage of the past or the haunting fear of the future. People who want to achieve a higher state of being will want to read every page. It can affect one's practical life in profound ways. BOOK #3: Chakras For Beginners: Reprogram Your Life: Achieve Balance and Health From the Inside Out By Learning How to Use Your Spiritual ChakrasAchieving balance in one's life is the subject of this book entitled Chakras for Beginners. We assume you are just starting out on a new road to self-discovery that will lead you to greater well-being. While there are various ways to achieve it, and the better health that ensues, our focus is on the spiritual elements of the body that constitute its life force. It is all about energy flow and righting it when it goes awry.BOOK #4: Chakras For Beginners: Become More Self-Aware and Enlightened By Having Your Chi Flow Through Your ChakrasDo you feel emotional or anxious for no reason? Do you feel unusual pain in your body that conventional medicine cannot explain? Perhaps then it is time to go back to your roots, reconnect with nature and seek remedy for these seemingly inexplicable pains or diseases in traditional Chinese medicine and Hindu practice. BOOK #5: Wicca for Beginners: 8 Most Well Guarded Secrets About Witchcraft Symbols That Will Help You Learn Wicca Fast and EasyThe Wiccan religion is just like any other religion. It is based on what you believe in and it is something that should not be taken lightly. Many people call themselves a Wiccan and do not truly understand anything about the religion. They are in fact witches and nothing more. Of course, casting spells and taking part in rituals is part of the Wiccan religion, but it is not the only part of it. In this book you are going to start understanding just what the Wiccan religion is and what Wiccans believe. BOOK #6: Buddhism: The Essence of Practicing Buddhism and Achieving HappinessWhen you think about the term 'essence' what does it make you feel? Those feelings are, in part, what the very core of essence is. It can be described as the heart and soul of something, what that thing or belief truly stands for at its very center. So what is the essence of practicing Buddhism? What is at its very core and how can you achieve this level of pure happiness. In the following chapters, we will look at the core beliefs of Buddhism.Getting Your FREE BonusRead this book, and find "BONUS: Your FREE Gift" chapter right after the introduction or after the conclusion.

The traditional medicines of Middle Asia are rich and varied - from the Ayurveda and Siddha medicines of India, to the Unani and Sufi healing practices of the Middle East. Dr. Marc S. Micozzi unfolds the compelling idea that vital energy, expressed as "prana" in the Indian practice of Ayurveda, is the unifying concept that underpins and connects all of these traditions. Describing the origins, health strategies, diagnostic approaches, and modern-day uses of each tradition, he also draws parallels to, and finds correlations with, mainstream Western concepts - and demonstrates how all these therapies fit within the context of their own cultures and ours. This groundbreaking book will be of interest to practitioners of all Middle Eastern and Asian medical traditions, complementary and alternative health practitioners, and anyone with an interest in Middle Eastern and Asian approaches to health and well-being.