Ki in Daily Life (Paperback)

by Koichi Tohei (Author) "When we get ready to put to sea in a boat we first check a number of things..." (more)
Key Phrases: aikido with mind, coordinated techniques, dead calmness, Four Basic Principles, Masakane Inoue (more...)

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Technology today touches nearly every part of our lives. Through even more impressive development of machines, the process continues. Computers put men out of work; pushing a single button is enough to start a nuclear war.
Gradually, though, the world has begun to remember that it is man for whom the machines must work, and not the other way around. We recognize now that science, for all its achievements, has done little to help us understand ourselves or realize our potential.
There is no sense in waiting for science to do it for us. Each of us must now take it upon himself to understand his true nature and strength. The Chinese classic "Saikontan" says that we stand like beggars at the gate, forgetting the infinite power given us by the universe. Instead of shrinking from this potential, we should be thankful for it. we should strive to manifest it and help others to do the same.
The author regards his Four Basic Principles to Unify Mind and Body as having been given to him by the universe to spread the way of the universe. There have been many who have grasped unification of mind and body. Very few, however, could teach it. Fewer still could teach how to teach it. Those who learn the four basic principles as explained in this book have come to understand not only how to unify their own minds and bodies, but also how to teach it to others.
The author, founder of the Ki Society International, presents the philosophical groundwork and specific disciplines by which the individual may attune himself or herself with the hi-life energy of the universe and thrive in health and harmony, without fatigue or depression.

About the Author
Koichi Tohei is a Kodansha International author.

Product Details

• Paperback: 140 pages
• Publisher: Japan Publications Trading; Revised edition (May 14, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 4889960716
• ISBN-13: 978-4889960716
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #88,575 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Koichi Tohei's Ki in Daily Life, October 15, 2000

By	"gundamx_dx" (Singapore) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ki in Daily Life (Paperback)

Sometimes you drift through life, wondering how things can ever get better. As for myself, buying this book turned out to be one of the major turning points in my life.

This book is a must read for anyone who wants proof of the power of positive thinking. Trust me, it does work!

The best part of the book (my own opinion), is actually found at the end of the book, under the "Thirteen Rules for Disciplinants". Apply these rules to your daily life (not just in Akido) and you will realise that "not to contend with others brings absolute victory" which parallels Sun Tzu's thinking that "to win without fighting is best". If everyone on Earth had a copy of this book, there would be no more unnecessary wars being waged.

Koichi Tohei Sensei deserves the Nobel Peace prize for having generosity of spirit in sharing his revolutionary ideas with the rest of humanity!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for every serious martial artist!, August 18, 2001

By A Customer

This book is wonderful! It not only describes what ki is but offers exercises that work on harnessing your ki. The reader learns about breathing and control of one's body. If you are a serious martial artist this is a must have book. I have practiced for 3 years and I wish I had read this book sooner. The information is this book is priceless in regular practice.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST READ!, May 10, 2000

By	Joe (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ki in Daily Life (Paperback)

I have been in the Martial Arts for ten years. In this time I have read many books about inner strength and KI. So far this one has topped them all. Koichi Tohei has written a masterpiece. "KI in Daily Life" has been the most accurate description so far of KI that I have read. It is ideal for the novice to advanced student. Tohei not only describes in detail mediataion, and excercises to build your inner power, but also pictures and demonstrations. In conclusion I recommend this book from the beginer to advance students in KI, and a must read for all Martial Artists.