Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #108344 in Books
• Published on: 2006-07-31
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

Synopsis
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 logical routine, revealing the methods used to 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.

Customer Reviews

Excellent
Another excellent book be Master Mantak Chia. The book is very straight forward and free of jargon. Profusely illustrated and very detailed instructions, it would take some effort on the readers behalf to get this wrong. On top of all that, this stuff really does work, and the effects can be felt within a few days.
Mantak Chia's writing style won't be to everyones taste, and at times you do feel that he could have said it in fewer words, but thats a minor criticism, and you might just find that there's a hidden meaning to whats being said.

For those who really can't stand Mantak Chia, go for the Series of Books by Dr Yang Jwang Ming. Either way, you're giving yourself a really good foundation for better health.

Oh really?
This very interesting and useful book is spoiled by the "don't try this at home" type caveat of the author. Apparently you need to sign up to his Universal Healing Tao System. Quite apart from it being a commercial puff, the author says you'll need to get in contact with one of his agents, or you might do yourself an injury by working unsupervised on the exercises. Anyone who has read Stephen Russells stuff, e.g. "Return of the Urban Warrior", will know that these claims are pretty much bs. If you've practised a martial art, are currently on a practice based spiritual path, etc., you can essay these exercises without fear.

Don't try it on your own = don't buy in the first place
Unfortunately I've bought this book before the previous review was online, so did not read past the health damage warning. It should really be mentioned in book description. Or book should distributed at seminars only.