The Complete System Of Self Healing Internal Exercises
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The Complete System of Self-Healing: Internal Exercises by Dr. Stephen Chang is the vintage 1986 paperback that turned ancient Taoist wellness techniques into a practical, do-it-yourself health routine. Published by Tao Publishing and now sought-after on the collectibles market, this 224-page illustrated activity book distills 5,000-year-old Chinese internal-exercise traditions into concise, step-by-step routines that readers can perform anywhere, without equipment or special clothing. Chang—a Western-trained physician and Taoist master—pairs clear line drawings with concise instructions so that even beginners can learn the precise breathing patterns, gentle pressure-point stimulations and slow-motion movements that Chinese doctors have long prescribed for digestive problems, back pain, insomnia, fatigue and stress.
What makes this copy especially appealing to buyers is its clean, tightly-bound interior and fully-present set of 100-plus illustrations; only a faint cover indent and a light crease on pages 40-54 keep it from perfection, while the absence of inscriptions, ex-libris plates or underlining means every chart and diagram is ready for immediate use. The book’s durable 1980s-era paperback glue and matte paper have held up remarkably well, giving collectors a vintage title that can still travel from night-stand to yoga mat without fear of falling apart.
Beyond collectibility, Chang’s program is valued for its holistic scope: the routines target organ health, spinal alignment, circulation and mental clarity in one integrated sequence, making the book a single-volume reference for natural stress management, posture correction and daily energy maintenance. Readers frequently report improved sleep, reduced tension headaches and steadier digestion within the first month of practice, benefits that have kept the title in demand among young adults, therapists and wellness coaches for nearly four decades. Whether you are building a library of classic mind-body texts, searching for evidence-based complementary techniques, or simply want a time-tested self-care manual that fits in a backpack, this gently-used first edition delivers the complete, original system exactly as Dr. Chang intended.
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