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Public Library Articles
by Roger Jahnke, OMD, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Embodied Science of Physical, Energetic, Emotional and Spiritual Empowerment -- Report of Dr. Jahnke's presentation at Subtle Energies and the Realms of Mind - Esalen Center for Theory and Research |
As a long time practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine, Tai Chi, and Qigong, Roger Jahnke’s presentation contrasted Eastern and Western ways of looking at subtle energy and the uncharted mind and discussed the validity of the ancient Chinese scientific method.
To learn more about the work of the Esalen Center for Theory and Research, click here. |
| In traditional Chinese medicine the most effective way to insure and sustain health or to promote recovery and healing is to manage, enhance and cultivate, this vital resource. These ancient masters developed personal health practices called Qigong, which enhance and balance Qi within the human system. Although these Qigong systems are numerous and diverse, the practices can be divided into two varieties: personal practice and Qi transmission for healing. |
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| A Father of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Master Ge had a strong influence on the development of traditional Chinese medicine. In particular he influenced the aspect of medicine related to enhancing health and longevity, called "to nourish and refine the righteous". He is most renowned, however, for his work as an alchemist, constantly exploring immortality and elixirs from both internal and external sources. |
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| Physiological Effects of Qigong, Tai Chi and Yoga | An in-depth discussion of the three major areas of physiological mechanisms initiated and enhanced by Qi Gong and Yoga/Pranayama practice. |
| The Wellness Based Health Care System | "The most profound medicine is produced naturally in the human body - for free!" This is the innovative foundation of a very low cost health care system. There are many ways to turn on (activate, create, maximize) the internal medicine. |