Praise for Kenneth S. Cohen's
THE WAY OF QIGONG:
THE ART AND SCIENCE OF CHINESE ENERGY HEALING
"As much a 'why-to' as a how-to, this is the most comprehensive recently issued book on the Chinese healing art, qigong. Related to t'ai chi, qigong is a series of movements designed to bring qi or life-force into the body and encourage it to flow without blockage. Cohen meticulously defines the philosophy that inspired this ancient practice, but his engaged and engaging tone keeps the mass of material he presents from becoming ponderous. He well covers the experimental scientific evidence of qigong's beneficial effect, and the lengthy, illustrated section of exercises he includes shows how qigong can be used for emotional and spiritual as well as physical healing. However many other qigong books are in your library, add this definitive volume."
--Patricia Monaghan
American Library Association
"The Way of Qigong is the long-awaited masterpiece of one of the most remarkable teachers of our time. A comprehensive and scholarly text in mind/body medicine, bridging modern science and ancient Chinese practices of energy balancing, it is a heartfelt and delightful read. Filled with easy to understand practical exercises, this breakthrough book is destined to become the classic reference on body energy and healing."
--Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.
author MINDING THE BODY, MENDING THE MIND
"The best, most comprehensive book on Qigong written. A must for anyone interested in Chinese Medicine or Chinese Energy Healing."
--Wayne B. Jonas, M.D.
Former Director, NIH Office of Alternative Medicine
"Ken Cohen's treatment of the ancient healing and self-healing art of Qigong represents the "gold standard" against which works on other therapeutic methods might well be measured."
--Christopher Bird
co-author THE SECRET LIFE OF PLANTS
"Ken Cohen's mastery of qigong, rooted in a deep understanding of Chinese language and culture, gives him an extraordinary ability to express qigong from the perspectives of East and West. The Way of Qigong is filled with fresh insight and original scholarship. To say that I was amazed by this monumental work would be an understatement!"
--Madame Chu Xing-yan
Professor of Linguistics, Beijing Academy of Music
"The concept of qi, prana, or life energy is universal and transcends every culture in the world. The Way of Qigong is indeed a remarkable encyclopedia. For those interested in optimal health, Ken Cohen's book allows you an opportunity not only to work with life energy, but to play with it."
--C. Norman Shealy, M.D., Ph.D.
Founding President, American Holistic Medical Association
"Ken Cohen presents a feast of information on the history, theory, and practice of this potent therapy, all in highly digestible bites, flavored with personal experiences and humor. The insights of the West extend and enrich the teachings of the East, particularly in Cohen's sensitivity to psychological issues which are often handled in a very limited way in other works. References are well annotated, and footnotes add useful and interesting embellishments. Highly recommended for professionals and lay persons who wish to understand this potent healing practice."
--Daniel J. Benor, M.D.
author of HEALING RESEARCH, Vol. I-IV.
Founder: The Doctor-Healer Network, U.K.
"This is the landmark work on Chinese energy medicine. Ken Cohen is a rare combination of expert practitioner, gifted scholar, and lucid writer. He manages to convey not only the techniques of qigong, but the wisdom of qigong. His work nourishes the clinician, the scientist, and, most importantly, the average individual looking for practical ways to enhance life and health. I highly recommend The Way of Qigong for yourself and for those you care about."
--Elmer Green, Ph.D.
author BEYOND BIOFEEDBACK
Director Emeritus, Voluntary Controls Program, the Menninger Foundation
"Those eager to explore the methods of self-healing will learn how in THE WAY OF QIGONG. By peering through this modern window into ancient practices, the readers will discover how to gather the breath, move with grace and power, and cultivate the mind...A treasure."
--Harriet Beinfield
co-author BETWEEN HEAVEN AND EARTH |
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