Reinventing Mona

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Hilarious.......2007-10-07

I can't put it down. The most hilarious part for me so far is Mona being so invisible that she gives out fake famous names in Starbucks. I have started doing this too! A book almost any woman can relate to.

Read it in one day.......2007-08-15

A quick chick-lit read that you already know the ending to. I liked it anyway.

The worst book!.......2007-05-16

This is without a doubt the most awful book that I have ever read. The story idea was cute and could have made a fantastic book...but this book was just horrible. I have no idea how it can be considered a romance novel. There is not one ounce of romance in the entire book. There is no way that a reader would think that Mike and Mona have fallen in love by the end of the book...and speaking of the ending it was a completely ridiculous and unrealistic ending and frankly it wasn't even funny. I don't usually write reviews and I usually give ever book I read atleast 3 or 4 stars even if it was just okay...if I could have given this book less than 1 star I would have. Please don't waste your time!

A waste of time.......2006-11-07

There is a good idea lost in the padding of this book. And make no mistake this book is padded real good. The author wants to sell you a bill of goods that Mona is just such a nobody. Yes, yes. She's rich and yes, she had this unique experience of living in a communte as a teenager. And her and grammy would travel the world every christmas-but all of that is just BORING. Sheesh. What does the author think is exciting? And oh gee, she's so out of shape she needs to lose at least...TEN pounds. So let's reinvent Mona! All right--but there really wasn't any reinventing. It was just a list of things that fell out the author's head with no rhyme or reason. The comedic moments were forced and nine out ten times fell flat. I never connected with Mona or cared whether she got her boring man or not. And certainly didn't believe that she and Mike were in love. What? Chapters about Captain John or Mona retelling the whole book to the police precinct like the reader needed recaps were all attempts by the author to reach a word count. Am I right to understand that eighty year old Capt. John married Vicki? Was this an attempt to have a play on the other Vicki (We all know as Anna Nicole)??
Trips back to the commune-just to hear questions on whether or not her father was stoned the day of the accident? Overall: buy a USED copy if you're absolutely curious-hopefully there's one selling for under a buck. Any more than that and you just overpaid.

Lukewarm story.......2006-09-13

This is the first book I read from Jennifer Coburn, and I was expecting a lot more based on the reviews... Sure, there were some funny moments, and some touching moments, but I have to say that I was disappointed with the ending.

It just all seemed very rushed from the musical scene to the end of the book. I also didn't think some of the "declarations" were even all that believable. I expected 2 of them to be a joke! So really, I wasn't really thrilled about the book leading up to that...

Mona is a fun character, and Vicki as well, but I feel that we didn't get to know enough about Adam or even Mike's "other side". Like I said before, I felt it was pretty rushed after a while...

Still, I give this book 3/5 stars because it was entertaining and it DID get the curiosity going. I just didn't get to satisfy my curiosity all that much as the book was ending.

2 Book Set By Jennifer Coburn; Reinventing Mona; the Wife of Reilly.

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2 Book Set By Jennifer Coburn; Reinventing Mona; the Wife of Reilly.
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2 Book Set By Jennifer Coburn; Reinventing Mona; the Wife of Reilly

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The bestselling author of Before Women Had Wings spins a wild new tale about the strong bonds among a group of friends that loses its quirkiest member, Murmur Lee. Exploring new literary territory while keeping to her native Floridian roots, Fowler is here at her most original and entertaining.

As a new year dawns over the island of Iris Haven, Murmur Lee Harp and her lover, Billy, go for a romantic sail without a care in the world. The evening comes to an abrupt halt when Murmur Lee discovers that she has drowned—but by whose hand?—in the Iris Haven river.
Grief-stricken and haunted by the mysteries surrounding her death, Murmur Lee’s circle of friends sets out to discover what really happened to her, and in the process they learn as much about her failings and triumphs as their own. After years of self-exile in the North, Charlee Mudd returns to set her best friend’s affairs in order, only to confront her own ghosts. Edith Piaf, a former marine whose sex change at the age of sixty-two Murmur Lee supported unquestioningly, must find the confidence to carry on without the encouragement of her friend. Lonely widower Dr. Zachary Klein plummets into the depths of depression at the loss of the second woman he has ever loved. As for Murmur Lee—who lived her entire life on an island named by her great-great grandfather in honor of the Greek goddess who receives the souls of dying women—in death she experiences her own journey as she is plunged into her familial past and discovers the truth about who she really is.

With poignancy and humor Fowler weaves the voices of Murmur and her friends into a compelling narrative. Part family saga, part murder mystery, The Problem with Murmur Lee is Fowler’s most rewarding and engrossing work yet.

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Connie May Fowler is an essayist, screenwriter, memoirist, and novelist. Her novels include Remembering Blue and Before Women Had Wings, which received the Southern Book Critics Circle Award and was made into an Emmy-winning Oprah Winfrey Presents movie for television. She founded the Connie May Fowler Women with Wings Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to aiding women and children in need. She is the Irving Bacheller Professor of Creative Writing at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida.

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The Problem with Murmur Lee.......2007-07-09

I have read and re-read this book and I get just as caught up in the story everytime I read this wonderful novel. I completely agree with another reviewers' comment that she wanted to BE Murmur Lee. Ms. Fowler can conjure up a character like very few other authors I have read. I can see them, I can hear their voices and I want more than anything to be there with these multi- dimensional characters. I share this book with all of my friends!

Quick but poignant.......2006-04-02

I was given this book for my birthday and read it on the airplane. I enjoyed it very much because although the plot was fairly predictable, and the ending a foregone conclusion, the characters were interesting and there were a couple of twists and turns along the way. I felt the comraderie of the characters and the overwhelming grief that came with their loss. They didn't always get along but, as it is with long-lasting friendship, they are there for one another. The glue that held their friendship together was Murmer Lee, and it was very interesting to see how they handled it when she died. I would definitely recommend this book. It is both sad and heartwarming at the same time. Not a long read, but a good one.

Almost.......2006-03-15

I really wanted to like this book, but somehow it just missed the mark for me. It was filled with quirky characters in a radiant setting...but they didn't ring true and I couldn't hold onto the sense of place. Plus, I "figured it out" pretty early on, and it became painful to bear witness to Murmur's one-dimensionally neurotic friends' poor behavior and totally undeveloped coping skills. Despite the unlikability of all the central characters, I became emotionally engaged, even though I felt like I had been tricked into the engagement by trite devices, such as cancer ridden wives and children. The epliepsy incident was garish but amusing.

Still, the overall message (as finally learned by Murmur before she turns into a plant) is valuable for all women and makes it worth the quick and easy read.

~I'm certainly going to miss the characters~.......2005-04-25

Just finished reading this wonderful book. I have never read any of Connie May Fowler's books before this one and I can safely say I am hooked. I even bought a copy for my Mom for Mother's Day!

Reading her words are like sailing along a lazy river. Thoughts and images floating through your brain effortlessly. When I got to the end of this wonderful book, I thought "Wow".....I've found a new Author to explore.

All I can add now is.....I'm really going to miss the characters, especially Murmur Lee.

Magical, Enchanting, Life-Affirming Story.......2005-03-30

I ate this book up with a spoon, it was just soooo good. After reading the last page (and wiping away my smeared makeup from crying my eyes out), I turned to the front of the book and started over. It's that kind of book. I wanted to buy a hundred copies and give them to everyone I know!!! (I don't ever recall feeling quite this way about a book.) Thank you, Angie, for telling me about this story!!!!!!!!!!!!! I owe you for this one.

I have never in my life read such lyrical, soul-stirring, beautiful, original, exquisite, emotion-filled writing. I wanted to BE Murmur Lee, lover of life, nature, and nurturer of all kinds of people. She was a survivor, lover and friend of the highest order...we should all aspire to imitate the depth of her soul.

Ms. Fowler, you are truly a word magician and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for writing this book. It renewed my sagging faith in life. The words just sparkle on the page and fill your heart with wonder and awe at the miracle of life and living.

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Not really the Sunset Warrior

Beneath An Opal Moon
Eric Van Lustbader
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Terrible death stalks the streets of teeming Sha'angh'sei, and bloody vengeance rides in its wake. No man -- or woman -- is safe.
Then ghastly terror strikes at Moichi, oath-brother to the Dai-San. At the Circus of Souls, Moichi discovers a prize, more enchanting, more deadly than he can imagine, and he's pitched headlong into a mission of rescue and revenge, with the lovely, enigmatic Bujun warrior Chiisai at his side.
Together they search to the farthest reaches of the world, where the moon shines not in one color, but in many. There, beyond the limits of the human realm, waits a mad sorceress . . . and the Firemask, the fearsome key that will unlock every nightmare the world has ever known!

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Not really the Sunset Warrior.......2000-06-15

Although this book is classified as the 4th in the Sunset Warrior Cycle it does not involve the Dai San, other than loosely and briefly. The book is more an adventure of his sidekick, Moichi, on a dangerous detective mission with plenty of intrigue and mystery. It could almost be a link between Sunset Warrior and the Ninja series. The book was entertaining and kept me wanting for more. A good read, but don't expect it to be in any way a continuation of the third book, Dai San.

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Beneath An Opal Moon
Eric Van Lustbader
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Beneath an Opal Moon
Eric Lustbader
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Beneath an Opal Moon

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Beneath an Opal Moon
Eric Van Lustbader
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Beneath an Opal Moon
Eric Van Lustbader
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Thank Goodness for QiGong

Beware, Major typo.

Useful introduction to Quigong, if a bit erratic.

One of the very best chi kung books to buy!

A great intoduction to Qigong.

Qigong for Health & Martial Arts, Second Edition: Exercises and Meditation (Qigong, Health and Healing)
Yang Jwing-Ming
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Increase your strength, improve your health, and develop greater martial power with Qigong.

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Thank Goodness for QiGong.......2006-07-29

This book was my intro into QiGong and after 10 years I can see how the standing form has helped me become the successful person I am today.

I know this is going to sound a bit silly but, who needs viagra if youve got QiGong. Every time i see a commercial on TV or hear one on the radio Im thinking what a waste of money. The Da Mo style has provided for me. ;^)

Its also is great for weight lifting and working out or just getting out of bed in the morning. And it works wonders for evening out your temper, assuming you have one.

Sorry to be so basic about it but Ive gotta give credit where credits due. Thanks qigong, thank you all things and thank you Dr. jwing Ming.

Beware, Major typo........2002-11-03

During the section on Nei gung, the illustration shows the ming men point in the wrong place (way too high-opposite the heart.)
In his Tui Na section it is correct. This could lead to problems for the beginner. Enjoyed the rest of it though, and will keep it in my library.

Useful introduction to Quigong, if a bit erratic........2002-08-10

This book is not going to be the only Quigong book in your library. However, it is a useful one.

Simply, it's an introduction to Quigong in various forms, from exercises to medicine to martial arts. It's not the most consistent book, and there are times where one may wish for more detail or less. However, there's also enough good material on breathing, exercises, history, and what to expect when you get deeper into Quigong that it's worth the price.

If you're an experienced practicioner, it's probably not worth your time, though it may be good for helping others start out.

One of the very best chi kung books to buy!.......2002-02-24

Many years ago, when I was sweating and groaning my way through a daily karate class, I was exposed to chi kung. This book was my first text. The instruction, both text and photo, is exceptionally clear. You will find the Eight Piece Brocade and the Twelve Moving Forms, each of which make a wonderful physical work-out, even if you aren't particularly interested in all that chi-stuff. There is also a set of standing chi kung forms which are very good for learning to notice and direct your chi. The martial section was fun to read as was the section on Chinese yoga.

I used to get pretty banged-up in that karate program, because I was a middle-aged mom in there with a bunch of teens and young men. Every night, I would do these chi kung exercises to get rid of the pain and bruises so I could get back to class the next day. Yes...it works! I am not doing karate any more, but have pursued chi kung through the years. This book is a magnificent introduction to the subject. It's all business; no new-age drivel anywhere.

A great intoduction to Qigong........2001-04-28

I bought this book while I was undergoing acupuncture treatment for arthritis. The acupuncturist was also a Kungfu Sifu who recommended the exercises in this book, to supplement his treatments. That was about one year ago, today my arthritis is virtually gone and whenever it acts up these exercises help me a lot.

Taoist Qigong for Health and Vitality: A Complete Program of Movement, Meditation, and Healing Sounds

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A wonderful book
Praise for Six Healing Sounds Qigong
Move on, don't waste your money
quietly singing and dancing onself back to health
genuine treasure

Taoist Qigong for Health and Vitality: A Complete Program of Movement, Meditation, and Healing Sounds
Sat Chuen Hon
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Release Date: 2003-09-30

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Qigong is a traditional Chinese movement practice that is most often done to maintain health or to relieve specific illnesses. Here, Sat Chuen Hon, a master teacher and practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine and Taoist healing arts, presents a system of six gentle yet invigorating exercises, along with complementary meditations and vocalizations, which can improve overall health and increase energy. Hon includes both the physical exercises and the accompanying meditations and vocalizations, which deepen the healing effects of the practices. Hon is a warm and humorous guide who makes the practice and philosophy of qigong accessible and relevant. The text includes step-by-step illustrations and is sprinkled with stories and anecdotes from the author's twenty-two years of practice.

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A wonderful book.......2005-05-15

There are many books on Taoist exercises. Some are effective, some are frankly, derivative, some are complex, and some are simple.

Mr. Hon's work is simple, effective, and on target. His goal is to provide a series of meditations to bring health and balance to the 5 organs of Chinese medicine and the "Triple Burner" via special sounds, and additional meditations.

His work is focused, yet chatty and even informal, as if he's talking to you directly. Instructions are clear and concise, and he's willing to use metaphors and simple language to make a point, even if they may seem silly (trying to explain how to make specific sounds is rather complex without using examples). I've rarely seen instructions done this well for relatively complex exercises.

If you're interested in Taoist healing practices and healing sounds, or just general health meditations, this is a book well worth reading.

Praise for Six Healing Sounds Qigong.......2004-10-30

As a practicing physical therapist for nearly 10 years, and as a personal student of Master Hon's, I have been trained and certified by him in the therapeutic application of the Six Healing Sounds. In my professional experience using the SHS with a wide range of patients in my private practice in NYC, I can attest to their efficacy, the ease with which they can be learned and, most importantly, their safety, especially for beginners. Of course, like any modality, the SHS will work differently for different people, but, in my experience, the effects have been uniformly positive across a variety of different clinical populations.

Personally, after having studied with around 15 different teachers for over a decade (some of whom only spoke Chinese), when I met Sifu Hon almost 10 years ago, I knew that my search for my heart-teacher was over - I can't emphasize enough how rare it is to find a Chinese teacher who is not only well-versed in Eastern classical studies (Taoist, Buddhist) but whose knowledge of English and Western culture enables him to transmit the knowledge without losing it's true essence in the translation. By writing this book, Master Hon has made the benefit of his wide experience in this area available to a much greater audience than he was able to before.

I'd also like to address some statements made by some other reviewers about Master Hon's book. First, in regards to the review by "tendar", while it's ok that he didn't like the book (not everyone will) and although I'm sorry he feels that he wasted his money (can't he just return it?), to claim that the SHS is not a Taoist Qiqong practice is incorrect. I don't know what his background or qualifications are or what evidence he has to support his assertions, but even a little research on Amazon of books available in English would reveal that the SHS is a well-established practice within several different school of Qigong, not just Master Hon's. Similarly, his definition of Taoist Qigong practice - "physical movement, breath control and concentration" - though not wrong per se, is incomplete, and shows a somewhat narrow and superficial knowledge of the topic (he might benefit from re-reading the Dao De Jing or the Chuang Tzu a bit more thoroughly). Overall, it is unfortunate that he chose to couch his comments in such a derisive manner: to say that he (and, by implication, anyone else) would have to live to be 150 to derive benefit from the practice is not witty - it is sarcastic and smug, and ultimately negates the possibility of any constructive dialogue that might arise from a legitimate criticism of the text.

Second, in regards to the individual who identifies him/herself as "a reader", I would first question what his/her real agenda is, as he/she spends very little time actually critiqing the book, choosing rather to make a number of inflammatory, even borderline slanderous remarks about Master Hon that he/she has no way of substantiating. Indeed, he/she seems more interested in presenting his/her general opinion on various topics such as the elitist nature of universities such as Princeton (which he/she oddly referrs to as a "snob school"), the misguided priorities of western culture when it comes to assessing a spiritual teacher's worth, the inability of secular logic to adequately describe spiritual experience, and the various ways in which fake spiritual teachers can mislead the public. While these all are certainly important topics, I am unclear as to what they have to do with Master Hon's book, and why "a reader" feels that this is an appropriate venue to express his/her thoughts on these matters. Quite frankly, the rambling, disjointed and seemingly bitter nature of this review is indicative of an individual whoese opinion is, at best, suspect. Not to mention the fact that he/she contradicts him/herself, by first critcizing Master Hon for being too condescendingly over-simplistic, then for being too intellectual. Furthermore, in my opinion, it is quite offensive to accuse Master Hon of being "out to make a buck", when he/she has no idea what Master Hon's actual motivation for writing the book was (although a quick perusal of the forward will give the reader a pretty clear idea). As you will note from other reviews, most people felt that the book was a welcome addition to their own libraries. I should say that "a reader" offers one useful suggestion, which was that the pictures could have benefited from the use of arrows to show the direcetion of the movements. This is not a bad point at all, and the inclusion of arrows might well indeed facilitate their practice. However, to then proport that this omission would make it potentially dangerous to practice the movements is simply not true. While there are definately many qigong practices that could be very harmful if practiced incorrectly, the SHS as described by Master Hon are certainly not in that category. Unfortunately, like "tendar", "a reader" gives no indication of what credentials he/she has that would enable him/her to reliably make such a statement, and it is actually somewhat disconcerting that both reviers make statements of a technical nature without offering any information as to what their qualifications are. Nor do they provide any information about where they teach or how to contact them directly, leading one to conclude that they possess neither the confidence nor courage to receive an answer to their criticisms. One further point of interest, in regards to his/her high praise for Master Jou, "a reader" might be intereted to know that Master Hon was actually at one point a senior student of / assistant instructor for Master Jou when Master Jou was teaching at, of all places, Princeton! So, following "a reader's" logic, if Master Hon is a snob for attending Princeton, Master Jou was even more of one since he taught there. But maybe he/she didn't know that...Finally, to make an additional correction, "a reader" is in error when he/she states that Master Hon has studied for only 20 years: while Master Hon has been publically teaching for over 20 years, he has actually been studying Taoist practice for nearly twice that amount of time, so his/her criticism of Master Hon as lacking sufficient experience is also without any merit. Overall, "a reader" seems like someone who has a lot of anger and frustration that he/she does not seem to be able to vent through an appropriate outlet, but rather expresses at Master Hon for no apparant reason.

In closing, I would recommend Master Hon's book to anyone who is interested not only in learning a basic qigong routine but who would also like a taste of what it is like to study with a classical Chinese Taoist master. If one reads it with an open heart, one may come to appreciate the essence of Taoist practice in its profound simplicity.

Move on, don't waste your money.......2004-04-21

I felt compelled to return this book after I purchased it. Although the author is a Princeton educated individual (Princeton or some other snob school, I can't remember) he did not have the good sense to include movement arrows to describe the motions. True enough the movements are simple but, it is useless, even dangerous, to do Qigong without special attention to breathing and movement. This culture is too taken by how much education an individual has when it comes to how much weight their opinions matter. For instance, you could have a Tai Chi expert who has been practicing for 60 years but, who only had a second grade education. Most Americans would choose a "master" who has a Ph.D in God know what, but with only 20 years of experience in Tai Chi, as a opposed to a genuine master who has 60 years under his belt, but only went as far as the second grade. Such is the nature of secular arrogance.

Mr. Hon was educated at a snob university and only has 20 years of Qigong experience and yet, because of this culture's social set up his opinions on certain matters, even spiritual ones, carry more weight simply because he has a degree from that snob school.

This matter is debatable, but, I think you all see my point. I would also like to point out how the west seeks a "scientific" explanation for everything. I have noticed that, the more secular the work on Tai Chi or Qigong, the more the book sells. I must point out that Tai Chi and Qigong are more than mere excercise; represent a system of thinking and spiritual focus that can not be adequately explained by secular logic. Although Mr. Tsung Hwa Jou does a wonderful job with logic (he was, after all, a college level math professor). Despite Mr. Jou's big degree, he showed a deep respect for the old traditions. Mr. Hon's attitude on his Qigong book had an "okay-here-is-a-Taoist teaching-but-since-I-was-educated-at-Princeton-my-take-on-it-will-be-better-so-here-is-my-opinion" tone. Not Mr. Jou. Despite the fact that Mr. Jou was in a position to do exactly what Mr. Hon did (Mr. Jou did after all, hold a PhD in mathematics), he chose to use his own interpretations for the sake of bringing better understanding rather than changing what was being taught. Basically, since Qigong and Tai Chi both deal with abstraction, he used Mathematical abstraction to help illustrate what was taught to him. Mr. Hon used overly simplistic symbolism that is a bit, shall we say, condescending.

Don't get me wrong, there are many charlatans and hypocrites in the realm of spiritual thinking and by no means would I encourage anyone to have "blind faith" in any system of meditative thought. Nevertheless, the secular world has its con-artists, golddiggers, and womanizers. Meaning, it is wrong to label spiritual explanations for things as "primitive" or "hokey" when the secular thought we are forcefed in school is not without its own flaws that could easily draw criticism from religious or spiritual minded people.

Instead of this book I recommend the book "Tai Chi Classics" by Waysun Liao, or "The Tao of Tai Chi Chuan" by Tsung Hwa Jou. Mr. Liao is spiritual without being hokey, and Mr. Jou is both logical and spiritual, giving equal respect to both. Basically, unless you want pedantic overly intellectualized babble lacking in competent instruction, by all means waste your money on this book. However, if you desire quality from men who have a genuine desire to teach you what they know, I strongly recommend the books by Mr. Jou and Mr. Liao. Mr. Hon just seems out to make a buck.

Beware of false masters and selfish teachers. As Master Wong Kiew Kit quoted in one of his Kung Fu books "it is better to spend to years searching for a good master, than to spend 10 years with a bad one." When it comes to buying a Qigong or meditation book, one does not need to spend that length of time, however, the modern application of that proverb would be that one needs to be extraordinarily careful in chosing written works.

I hope this was helpful.

quietly singing and dancing onself back to health.......2004-03-24

Here's a little book that we've been waiting for for a long time. With visualisation, simple yet powerful movement, and quiet 'song', one is gently lead into the opening up and fine tuning of the energy system of the body.
My only (slight) regret is that there is no film of Master Sat Hon performing these exercises as yet. He promisies me there soon will be one.
A book really worth having if you're at all interested in health and the well-being of the body.

genuine treasure.......2004-03-18

This book by Master Hon is a hidden treasure only to be truly perceived by the sincere of heart. It is for beginners and advanced practitioners on the path of life, which is meandering and unpredictable. With these healing stories and gentle instructions we can walk this path with open breath and clear eyes.
Master Hon's gift is to affirm the beginner's search for the appropriate teacher and to trust her own heart. For the more advanced practitioner he offers an empowerment to climb further up the rocky face of the mountain that is her self-awareness.
For both, the result is the joy of a light Spring snow.

Qigong: Chinese Movement & Meditation for Health

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A Treasure House of Methods Made Simple
Pass

Qigong: Chinese Movement & Meditation for Health
Danny Connor , and Michael Tse
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A Treasure House of Methods Made Simple.......2003-04-17

I found this book the most helpful in all my studies of Chinese Life-Energy. For example, concerning health--(I have high blood pressure)--one exercise (Swallowing the Qi) lowers my systolic rate 20 to 40 points in two seconds! I know this sounds impossible, but I swear I'm telling the truth.

The book is clearly written with many pictures to aid in correctly making the movements in assuming the poses.

There is good explanatory text--But it is kept to the minimum. In other words you don't "loose the baby in the bathwater" because Qigong (as in Zen and Yoga) is to be experienced, and not just dealt with intellectually.

Also important for me are my spiritual studies. The Connor/Tse book has profoundly helped me in learning how to use Qi (aka Chi) energy in meditation--and also in all aspects of my daily life.

Perhaps most important is that Connor and Tse make it all so simple. Some books have you assuming a pose for an hour--and perhaps that is the correct way for a master of Qi. But this book may have a similar exercise for 30 seconds. But for me at least the short cycle works--at least I can do it.

And I think the same will happen for you as it does for me.

Pass.......1999-04-13

Very superficial. You won't learn much unless you're a complete novice, and even still I don't believe this book will help you much. I'd recommend The Way of Energy to anybody, instead.

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Authentic transmission

Eight Brocades Seated Ch'Ikung
Stuart Alve Olson
Manufacturer: Jade Forest Publishers
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1889633003

Book Description

This book includes both simple health exercises,breathing and meditation methods. With easy to follow photographs and discriptions of each exercise. Also included are complete translations of the Eight Brocades texts and commentaries along with the original illustrations. Some of these 250-year-old Chinese texts are being translated for the first time into English. Anyone interested in Chinese internal arts such as T'ai Chi, and Ch'i-kung will find this book very informative whether a beginner or a long-time practitioner.

Customer Reviews:

Authentic transmission.......2005-01-09

This book contains an authentic transmission of seated '8 pieces of brocade' qigong with complete instructions for opening the microcosmic orbit.
It contains a very good translation of Chinese texts and useful commentary by the author.
Please note that no book can replace a teacher, but it can serve as a good supplementary material.

Very recommended!!!

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