- Theory of Jing, Qi and Shen| Leave a Comment
In the Daoist tradition, which forms the foundation of the traditional Oriental healing and health-promoting arts, there are said to be Three Treasures that in effect constitute our life. These are known as jing, qi (pronounced “chee”) and shen. The ultimate goal of all of the Oriental healing and health-promoting arts is to cultivate, balance [...]
- The Second Treasure Qi| Leave a Comment
Qi, the second Treasure, is the energy that creates our vitality. Through the constant interaction of yin and yang, the two moving powers of the universe, change is brought into being and life exists. Qi is the activity of yin and yang. All movement, all functioning and all thought is the result of qi. The [...]
- TCM views:Classification of qi| Leave a Comment
Classification of qi: Generally speaking, the qi of the body is originated from essential qi stored in the kidney, essential qi of water and grains transported by the spleen and stomach, and clear qi inhaled by the lung. It is formed by combing the three by the functions of internal organs, such as the lung, [...]