The Divergent Channels - Jing Bie : A Handbook for Clinical Practice and Five Shen Nei Dan Inner Meditation

Rooted in the Su Wen and Ling Shu, Dr. Twicken's book integrates Chinese and Taoist medical philosophy, theories, and principles to clearly demonstrate that the Divergent Channels are an essential aspect of the clinical practice of acupuncture. He takes a step-by-step approach to assist practitioners in 'working out' the channels, and shows how this versatile channel system can be used in any acupuncture treatment. Twicken also includes instruction on Five Shen Nei Dan inner meditation to help practitioners gain a more profound emotional and spiritual understanding. With case studies and reference to the classic texts throughout, this book provides a complete resource that will help clinicians understand and use the Divergent Channels in clinical practice. An accessible and comprehensive account of the Divergent Channel system, this book will be a valuable addition to the shelves of students and practitioners of acupuncture and Chinese medicine; taiji and qigong practitioners; and anyone with an interest in Taoist practice. THE DIVERGENT CHANNELS JING BIE: A Handbook for Clinical Practice and Five Shen Nei Dan Inner Meditation 7 Disclaimer 12 Acknowledgments 14 Author Note 15 Chinese Dynasties 17 Introduction 19 Part I. Background 27 Chapter 1. The Divergent Channels Pathways 29 Chapter 2. Working It Out 45 Chapter 3. Divergent Channels Sequencing Theories 49 Chapter 4. The Divergent Channels 69 Part II. Working It Out 89 Chapter 5. The Major and Connecting Channels 91 Chapter 6. Cycles of Time 103 Chapter 7. The Five Shen 115 Chapter 8. The Nine Needles 133 Chapter 9. Guiding Theories and Principles 143 Part III. Clinical Applications 155 Chapter 10. The Clinical Applications of Divergent Channel Theory 157 Part IV. Nei Dan Inner Meditation 173 Chapter 11. Introduction to Nei Dan Inner Meditation 175 Chapter 12. The Cauldron 185 Chapter 13. The Small Heavenly Orbit 189 Chapter 14. Five Shen Nei Dan Inner Meditation 199 Conclusion 215 Endnotes 216 Bibliography 218 Index 219 Drawing on the classic texts, Dr. Twicken provides a detailed, step-by-step account of the theory and clinical applications of the Divergent Channels. With case studies and instruction on Five Shen Nei Dan inner meditation, Twicken offers a complete resource to help practitioners understand and use the Divergent Channel system in clinical practice.