| The term 'Qi' does not have a truly accurate | | | | sick, we have pain, or we feel emotionally off |
| English translation. The closest we can get is to | | | | center. Likewise, when Qi is flowing and abundant, |
| describe Qi as life force or energy. In Chinese | | | | we feel mentally clear, upbeat, and our bodies |
| culture, Qi is seen as the invisible energetic force | | | | tend to reflect greater health. |
| that underlies all form in the material world. There | | | | Qi is a mysterious concept to many Westerners. |
| is Qi that is operating on the levels of mind, body, | | | | Because of this, many modern people are cynical |
| and spirit. | | | | of such notions as an invisible energy field that is |
| Most people can not see this energetic force, but | | | | coursing through everything in existence. |
| some who have highly trained faculties are able to | | | | Science--especially quantum physics--is gradually |
| see the flow of Qi in the body and in the world in | | | | beginning to validate this concept of Qi. Because |
| general. Chinese doctors and acupuncturists can | | | | of this, more people are becoming intrigued by Qi. |
| often see where Qi is stuck--where it isn't flowing | | | | If you'd like to strengthen your Qi and achieve |
| well in the body. This is a powerful skill, as | | | | greater health, I highly recommend that you take |
| acupuncture theory suggest that our health is | | | | the time to perform a contemplative practice |
| entirely dependent on the flow of this invisible | | | | every day like meditation, tai chi, or qi gong. |
| force that is running through us. | | | | These practices can greatly enhance your health |
| When Qi becomes blocked or weakened, we get | | | | and improve the quality of your life. |