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    Albert Einstein and Nicola Tesla were two of the most notable scientific geniuses of the 20th century. Although their theories on energy could be demonstrated through physics and mathematics, both scientists inadvertently discovered the incredible power of chi as demonstrated in Chi Gong practices. 

    This energetic principle of the universe, the chi used by Chi Gong practitioners, or life force, as it is also known, regardless of its discovery or application, has been known as chi to the Taoists, prana to the Hindus and ruach to the Hebrews. The material or dense energies of chi can be substantially proven, as in the applications of physics. Nuclear and electro-magnetic energy are transformations of chi. Sound, heat, cold, and light are also chi. The subtle energies of chi (breath, life-force) can also be proven, not mathematically per se, but realistically by demonstration; Chinese medicine being one application, as well as through Chi Gong practice plus other martial and holistic healing arts.

    The Chi in our bodies naturally flows like water. An example is that water tends to flow downward like water flowing downstream. In order to have the chi within us flowing up, we must convert the energy into positive energy, which will then flow upward or in a positive direction. We can do this by expanding our consciousness upward toward the universe. The process is known as Inner Alchemy because we changing one energy to another. Alchemists of yore were also trying to convert one thing to another. We know that they were trying to change base metal into gold. And modern chemists are always changing elements into others. By using our mind plus specific exercises and meditations we can change the negative energies (emotions and thoughts) into positive energy and also increase the amount of positive energy at our disposal.

    Psychology has shown us how damaging negative thoughts can be and how beneficial positive thoughts can be. For example, just talking with a friend who is depressed can change their mental state into a positive one. Or a person whose blood pressure rises on account of being angry, when calm, the blood pressure returns to a healthy normal. There are many other examples. If we learn to use conscious awareness and the mind to influence the energy flows within us, we can transform negatives to positives and also increase the positive. That positive energy can then be used to transform our lives into success, good health and prosperity.

    One example to show that the mind can control the flow of energy in the body is to make a fist with the left hand and then open the left hand in succession about 12 times and release – you will a tingling sensation in that hand. Now with your mind transfer the same sensation to your right hand. You know how to do it. In a matter of seconds your right hand feels the blood flow like that of your left hand. You have used your mind to direct the flow of energy, Chi, to your right hand. So through intension and mind power you are directing the Chi. This is basically how we create or turn negative energy to positive energy. Think and it will happen.

    Many advanced practitioners of esoteric healing arts can actually feel the chi current, but the question may arise - how do we know chi exists if we cannot perceive it through our five senses, or by mathematical equations? We can't see electricity or nuclear energy but we accept, through proof of scientific application (production of heat, light, electrical power, etc.), that it is there. It is the same with chi. We can't see it but we know it's there, demonstrated by the existence of biological life (breath, respiration, heartbeat), or from the heat and light generated by the sun, and the tides of the ocean being moved by the gravitational force of the moon. If we are not satisfied with this simple example, then we may observe a skilled martial artist intentionally harnessing the power of chi. They sometimes perform seemingly super-human demonstrations by controlling the breath and using visualization - usually from practicing advanced techniques and exercises like Chi Gong. For thousands of years practitioners of Chi Gong have used this same force for the purpose of health and healing. 

-- Deva Roberts is a practitioner, researcher and writer in the field of Energy Healing and Chi Gong. Please check out his FREE Chinese Herbal Medicine Course.

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