Five Elements, Six Conditions: A Taoist Approach to Emotional Healing, Psychology, and Internal Alchemy (Paperback)

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"Five Elements, Six Conditions is a much-needed tool for practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tai-Chi Ch’uan, and Chi-Kung. It will help them greatly in understanding the principles of Taoist internal alchemy and its modern applications. Thanks to Gilles Marin, a nearly extinct esoteric practice from the Far East has the chance of becoming an important healing discipline, helping readers to step into the mysterious world of healing, and creating a better and gentler world for future generations.”
— Mantak Chia, Director of The International Healing Tao, Thailand

Product Description

Taoism and the use of the five elemental forces of nature for healing, says Gilles Marin, are esoteric, understandable only through daily experience with a knowledgeable mentor. Marin’s 25 years of clinical practice teaching the ancient Taoist method of Chi Nei Tsang, which uses hands-on techniques and Taoist meditations to help clients heal, uniquely qualifies him for the task. Five Elements, Six Conditions shows how simple and practical the ancient Taoist healing principles are and how effectively they deepen all methods of healing, including modern medical approaches. Step-by-step, he shows how to work with instead of against the body, whereby healing becomes not only possible but inevitable. His clear language, along with color-coded maps and diagrams, enables readers to understand the alchemical principles formed and refined over hundreds of years. Each chapter includes specific exercises and meditations to help anyone integrate the essence of the teaching and develop at the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual levels.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 232 pages
• Publisher: North Atlantic Books (December 5, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556435932
• ISBN-13: 978-1556435935
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #399,476 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!!!!, February 1, 2008

By	S. Esdale "sasheemee" (Oakland, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As an acupuncture student, I find that most of my texts are pathology oriented. I found it refreshing and compelling to read about 5 element theory from such a holistic perspective. This book combines 5 element theory with chi kung pratices and meditations as well as creative truisms about the 6 conditions of healing. In addition, Gilles explains the correlations between different areas of the body and emotional patterns. I highly recommend this book for any who is wanting more self awareness. I also highly recommend this book to other chinese medicine students who are craving a way to integrate the art back into their study of chinese medicine.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very easy to understand....., January 11, 2009

By	V. Sherrington (Charlotte, NC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a great introduction into emotional healing and it's association with the different parts of your body, with great emphasis on the digestive system and "digesting" emotions. It helps you understand your body from the inside out and the effects of stress, negative energy, bad eating habits, etc. Designed like a workbook, with informative diagrams and helpful breathing and meditation exercises.