Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong: Esoteric Talismans, Mantras, and Mudras in Healing and Inner Cultivation

Master Wu does the video demonstration himself. Of course I don't know Master Wu personally, but feel he's a patient and cultured man. At some parts his voice got a little soft or maybe the microphone wasn't placed as well as it could have been and English isn't his first language so he has an accent. Subtitles throughout would have been helpful though I was able to manage. I would recommend the DVD over the book as you can hear the sounds and see the movements which a book can't totally convey. I debated giving the DVD 4 or 5 stars because for the con is there are no chapters in the menu to jump to if you just want to practice a specific posture or go to the practice section, but went with 5 stars as the DVD conveys the practice fairly well which is the most important thing. The book, Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit is probably a nice companion to havd, but if more interested in learning the practice the DVD is far more helpful. Yes, you may spend more on the DVD, but for me it was worth it. If not available here on Amazon go to Master Zhongxian Wu's website. Happy qigong everyone!

For years, I practiced Eight Treasures Huang-style Qigong. For some time now, I have been hungering for a more advanced routine to practice. I have found it herein. I adore that the author gives detailed instructions, as well as illustrations, for each movement. Making it easy to begin the practice immediately. Though the techniques are advanced, a willingness to practice, and an aptitude for visualization, are all that is required to make use of the information contained within this text. I myself decided to learn each movement cumulatively; becoming familiar with each movement before engaging the next, in my practice. It has only been two weeks, and I have only engaged the first three movements. However, the effects are unmistakable. I have received numerous comments upon my slimmer, more fit appearance. I have noticed an increase in vitality, which has proven a source of wonder to me. There has also been a marked difference in my emotional and mental states. I am growing to be more even-tempered, and am finding a greater ease in dealing with life's stresses. And the increase in vitality has enhanced both my creativity and productivity. I recommend this book to anyone whom has an interest in the spiritual art of QiGong. I assure you that it will prove indispensable. It is well worth the cost, as the benefits derived from these practices will prove invaluable.

A sublime book of a sublime practice. I have chewed through an enormous number of qigong books, DVDs and cds etc. This book is hands-down the most artful, informative, deep and simply beautiful presentation of qigong technique and philosophy I have encountered. The pictures are wonderful, and the explanations are poetic. The practice is comparatively easy and brings fast results. It is a great prelude to sitting formless meditation. It opens the microcosmic orbit and, above all, really helps you to expand your consciousness beyond the confines of your body identity. What I especially loved about this book is that after reading it several times -- and yes that is necessary to properly engage in the practice -- I had a real sense of confidence in, and an intimate understanding of, the wisdom of the practice. There is a DVD demonstrating the form that is essential in order to advance deeper with this form. Hopefully, some day I will travel to the USA to study with Master Wu. In the meantime, I am excited to start learning his Fire Dragon form.

This is a great addition to those who already have a foundation in the Way. It's not a necessary buy for practitioners because the data is out there if you know or know someone who knows where to look. good companion information

Missing pages in the kindle edition is a real bummer since I can't return it for a refund and then buy the hard copy. My suggestion is get a hard copy and video. The material is a real blessing to receive and I feel honored that it is available to us.

This is a very practical book to developing a sitting Qigong practice. If you have studied some basic concepts and philosophy behind Qigong and need a book to teach you a methodology this is a great book containing a wonderful system. The book teaches you the name of each movement (there are twelve), the name and "how to" of the twelve corresponding mundras and the name and pronunciation of the twelve corresponding mantras. You also learn the visualization and benefits of each movement. Plus each movement has a diagram of the posture. The book also contains a reference chart in the back. Putting all the movements together results in an effective daily Qigong practice. This book is about teaching you effectively (as much as a book can) about a single good system.

This book is 100%! It has all the right characteristics for both the easily distractible novice and the simmered zen-pro. Easily distractible: It's SHORT, with awesome PICTURES; Zen-Pros: It constitutes a whole-form practice, and it is one of the most invigorating still forms to adopt upon awakening. In any case, it is a rudimental, pure path that is within everyone's immediate understanding and reach. First book i read from Master Zhongxian Wu: thumbs up for an obviously harmonious freed individual who decides to share simple, evergreen knowledge. I'll look for other books from Master Z Wu today.

This is a well written little book with a lot of deep information if you know how to recognize subtle energy flows and want to learn more about opening and directing Qi, Yin and Yang Qi, connecting with the earth and the higher cosmos, etc. I've been meditating and doing inner visualization energy work on myself and earth grid fields, and sensed there was more to learn, and this little book is my main study for now, very interesting and helpful if you focus.

So many useful advices for daily practice in a such little book. A daily help for every day life to keep you centered and cool. Lovely Thanks 🙏👍🙏

Très bien ! Pas d'arcane vraiment nouveau de dévoilé mais une pratique finalement assez classique de Qi Gong, exposée de manière sincère et surtout complète. Comme pour les autres arts initiatiques, les effets sont d'abord subtils et exigent beaucoup de persévérance pour se manifester pleinement !

The structure of the presentation and the explanations are clear, easy to grasp and apply. The meditation includes mutra (body position), mantra (sound) and visualization. The instructions provide for the what, the why, and the how to, in a concise and a precise way So much so that I felt confortable executing the movements and establishing the meditative state very rapidly. A suggestion though is to progress through the twelve positions slowly. I could feel intensely the energy flow and after consulting with Master WU, I was advised to build progressively ie, master one movement at the time, add the next movement. I strongly recommend Paul C

It is now twelve years I study and practice Qi Gong. I have read so many. This is a present for everyone that follows this paths. Thanks Master Zhongxian Wu

Thanks You, I studied Yi Jing my whole life since I van read and write and this practice is very meaningful to me.