Meridian Exercise for Self-Healing: Classified by Common Symptoms

445 Pages·2009·13.547 MB·English

by  Ilchi Lee

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Translated by Meryl(Meri) Harmon Halem and Youngsook Chang
ISBN-13: 978-1-935127-10-9
First paperback edition: June 2009

PREFACE
When you feel like you are coming down with the flu, what do you do? Do
you go to the drugstore and buy an over-the-counter medication? Or do you
go to the hospital? Or, knowing that there is not a cure for the flu, do you
prefer to wait for the virus to run its course? Do you regret not having gotten
vaccinated prior to the flu season?
Health is best maintained on a daily basis. In order to do this, one must
have a clear and intimate understanding of the basic principles of how health
is maintained in the body. By intimate, I do not mean an intellectual
understanding. Rather, we must know our own body like we would know a
loved one.
Taking care of ourselves, being in charge of our lives, is a way of saying
we are worthwhile, an acknowledgment of our self-worth. We must awaken
to the many inherent sensibilities and sensitivities of our body and be able to
feel when we are moving toward health or away from it.
The first principle we must understand is our innate healing power. Our
role as master of our body is to facilitate and enhance this process. I believe
we should adopt natural self-care methods to prevent and treat common
illnesses, thereby managing most daily health concerns. Our breathing, our
body itself, and the life energy which flows through it become tools once we
understand their principles and the basic skills for applying them.
Meridian exercise is one of the most effective self-health management
skills. These exercises have a low risk of side effects and are effective,
inexpensive, and easily learned and used.
Meridian exercises in this book are based on Body & Brain Yoga
principles and techniques. Body & Brain Yoga provides an integrated
training method that combines deep stretching exercises, meditative breathing
techniques, and energy awareness practice to reach optimum health. As
founder of Body & Brain Yoga, I have systemized and developed new
methods for the past twenty-seven years. Body & Brain Yoga strengthens the
body and its natural healing power by strengthening the fundamental life
force. Meridian exercise is basic Body & Brain Yoga training as well as a
comprehensive health regimen that enriches the spirit while bringing health to
body and mind.
To use this book, first look through the table of contents and identify your
particular symptoms. Then find the corresponding exercises to relieve your
symptoms. The exercises in this book not only reduce painful symptoms, but
also enhance overall health to aid in disease prevention. You may
individualize your exercise program according to your particular needs.
It is most important to physically practice meridian exercises regularly.
None of the methods presented here will help you unless you experience
them in your body. I believe that consistent practice of meridian exercises can
help maintain our health in the optimal state.
Ilchi Lee
CONTENTS
PREFACE
CHAPTER 1.
INTRODUCTION
1. Ki, the Life Energy
2. What Is Meridian Exercise?
3. Benefits of Meridian Exercise
4. Dahn-jon, Key Energy Center
5. Abdominal Breathing
6. How to Use This Book
CHAPTER 2.
BASIC MERIDIAN EXERCISES
1. Whole Body Patting
2. Circulation Exercise
3. Abdominal Clapping
4. Intestine Exercise
5. Anal Contracting Exercise
CHAPTER 3.
MERIDIAN EXERCISES FOR SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS
1. BRAIN AND NERVOUS SYSTEM
1) Headaches
2) Facial Nerve Disorders (Bell’s Palsy)
3) Autonomic Nervous System Difficulties
4) Tingling or Numbness in the Extremities
2. ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
1) Thyroid Disorders
2) Diabetes
3. RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
1) Lung Disorders
2) Colds and Flu
4. BONE, MUSCLE, AND SKIN
1) Lower Back Pain
2) Neck Pain
3) Shoulder Pain
4) Sciatic Pain
5) Arthritis
6) Osteoporosis
7) Skin Disorders
8) Hair Loss
5. HEART AND CIRCULATORY SYSTEM
1) Heart Disease
2) High Blood Pressure
3) Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure)
4) Stroke
6. DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
1) Gastrointestinal Disorders
2) Liver Disorders
3) Diarrhea
4) Constipation
5) Hemorrhoids
7. URINARY TRACT AND REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
1) Kidney Disorders
2) Bladder Infection
3) Stamina/Strengthening
8. EXERCISES FOR WOMEN
1) Exercises for Pregnancy
2) Postpartum Recovery
3) Leukorrhea
4) Menstrual Disorders
9. OTHER CONDITIONS
1) Obesity
2) Poor Eyesight
3) Impaired Hearing
4) Insomnia
5) Hangovers
6) Lethargy and Fatigue
7) Spring Fatigue
APPENDIX
1. The Spine, Main Pillar of Our Body
2. Position of Organs and the Skeleton
3. Meridians, Rivers of Ki Energy
Symptom/Benefit Index