Chi Self-Massage: The Taoist Way of Rejuvenation (Paperback)

by Mantak Chia (Author), Juan Li (Illustrator)

Editorial Reviews

Review
"Written with clarity and purpose, these pages offer readers a solid introduction to the principles of chi self-massage. . . . [Chia's] logical progression of ideas allows readers to quickly grasp this new information and to build on it as the pages turn. . . . For such a short book, the overall explanation of this system is explicit, providing a most impressive view of these techniques. Chi Self-Massage presents a wealth of information that can positively impact the health of readers."
(Curled up with a Good Book, Aug 2006 )

"Master Mantak Chia pieces this system into a logical routine any can duplicate, using methods used by the masters to explore the theory and purposes behind Chi Self-Massage. Spirituality blends with practical application in an easily-followed guide."
(Diane C. Donovan, California Bookwatch, Oct 2006 )

"Spirituality blends with practical application in an easily-followed guide."
(The Midwest Book Review, Oct 2006 )

"If you have any recurring pain in your day-to-day life I recommend getting this book, I've found it very helpful." 
(Amanda Bugeaud, Timeless Spirit Magazine, July 2007 ) --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Description
Energetic massage techniques that dispel negative emotions, relieve stress, and strengthen the senses, internal organs, and nervous system

• Shows how Chi Massage employs one’s own internal energy to promote rejuvenation

• Presents Chi Massage techniques for every organ and bodily system

• Provides a daily practice routine that requires only 5 to 10 minutes to complete

The Western concept of massage primarily concerns muscle manipulation. In the practice of Chi Massage, internal energy, or Chi, is manipulated to strengthen and rejuvenate the sense organs--eyes, ears, nose, tongue, teeth, and skin--and the internal organs. The Taoist techniques in this practice are more than 5,000 years old and, until very recently, were closely guarded secrets passed down from master to student with each master often knowing only a small part of the complete method.

In Chi Self-Massage Master Mantak Chia pieces together the entire system of Chi Massage into a logical routine, revealing the methods used by Taoist masters to maintain their youthfulness. He explains the energetic theory behind Chi Massage and how negative emotions affect the organs and nervous system. By practicing the exercises outlined and following the daily routine that requires only 5 to 10 minutes to complete, readers can strengthen their senses--most notably vision, hearing, and taste--detoxify their internal organs and glands, help control negative emotions, relieve stress and constipation, and improve their complexion, teeth and gums, and overall stamina.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Healing Tao Center (June 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0935621016
• ISBN-13: 978-0935621013
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #722,328 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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49 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, and easy to use, July 11, 2001

By	jumpy1 (New York, NY) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

This is definitely one of his easiest books to use, since it is mostly just simple directions of where to rub for what purpose, and what to visualize as you do it. One night I'd eaten a 2-day old bean soup and was up for hours with nightmarish gas. Finally I remembered I had this book and sat up, rubbing my eyelids and ears and large intestine just the way he recommended. The gas went away and I was totally rejuvenated. Since then I never question anything he suggests! Also, these massages really help me deal with the effects of air travel.

54 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars chi self massage, June 14, 2000

By A Customer

an excellent addition to the collection, chi self massage explains in a easily followed manner the methods of chi massage. These techniques are a usefull addition to other training methods...see awaken healing light etc.,but are much more simple and take only ten minutes or so,yet, like the other training methods in the healing tao system,you get results. Excellent for cosmetic rejuvination and for toning and soothing the musculo-skeletal system and internal organs. learn to reap the benefits of self healing with chi through quick and easy methods.

31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to use and understand to empower yourself for better health, March 17, 2006

By	KC (USA/Europe) - See all my reviews

Master Chia and his wife have a collection of books based on Chinese healing, specifically dealing with massage, Chi energy or both. This book is an easy-to-use guide even for someone without any background knowledge on the subject and provides a good introduction that is brief and easy enough to understand so the healing can start nearly immediately.

Broken into chapters according to anatomy, there are simple drawings showing location and technique accompanied by step-by-step instructions that guide your hands and explanations that detail the benefit. Be aware these are not necessarily 'cures' or immediate fix-its for everything that ails you, but rather a way of healing and prevention to promote overall health. By massaging the body's organs, which work flawlessly for decades without much attention (and we often take for granted), we can expel toxins, help them work more efficiently and bolster our immune system without drugs, side effects or expensive doctor visits.

Also, by empowering ourselves, we take more control of our health and our lives.