Description
Book SynopsisOne of the chief tools in the traditional Chinese doctor’s toolbox is an understanding of the circadian rhythms that govern all the organ systems of the body. In addition to facilitating early and accurate diagnosis, this “organ clock” lets the practitioner apply therapies to the organ’s meridians when they are at their peak functioning point, thereby eliciting the greatest benefit. In this book authors Michael Gienger and Wolfgang Maier have created a simple, yet highly effective self-care treatment system for addressing common health ailments using gemstones and the organ clock. They detail the healing benefits of 83 crystals, indicating the physical as well as emotional, psychic, and spiritual aspects they support in each of 12 major organ systems. For example, the stomach not only receives nourishment for the body, it also fosters the ability to engage in new things in life. Agate and calcite assist this function by giving confidence for new experiences, while aiding in digestion (and processing hard to digest thoughts). Treatments for the stomach should be done between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m., the time we typically take in new nourishment after a night of sleep, to receive maximum results. With each body system in turn, the authors explain how to select the stones best suited to address your current health concerns, the times of day they should be used, and how long treatment should last in order to restore optimum health and prevent the onset of future illness.
Trade Review"I would recommend that you quickly skim the book overall, to get a general feeling for it, and then concentrate on the organ system/s you feel a need to work with. Do not attempt to overdo it. Take your time and the benefits will become apparent." * Michael Gleason, Witchgrove.com, June 2009 *
". . . a healing guide recommended for any new age library." * California Bookwatch, The Midwest Book Review, Sept 2009 *
Table of ContentsPreface Ancient Tools for Timely Healing Yin & Yang
The Five Phases of Change
The Organ Clock
Application of Healing Stones
Calculating Real Local Time
Function Areas: Physical and Psychic Aspects of Healing
The Lungs Breathing and Receiving
Rhythms of the Body
Contact and Closeness
Communication and Exchange
Defense
Nose and Smell
The Large Intestine Elimination and Cleansing
Letting Go
Sadness and Relief
Purity and Openness to New Things
The Stomach Receiving and Assimilating
Taste and Pleasured
Needing and Wanting
Stability and Rest
Nourishment and Fuel
The Spleen Management and Distribution of Energy
Harmony and Coordination
Channeling the Blood
Learning from Mistakes
Comprehension
The Heart Ruler of Emotions
Seat of the Spirit
Blood and Vitality
Language and Life
Good Sleep and Spiritual Health
The Small Intestine Filtering and Sorting
Perception
Ability to Perceive Things
The Bladder Energy and Conductive Power
Ability to Act and Control
Adaptability and Success in Life
Drive and Survival
The Kidneys Inherited Traits and Constitution
Life Energy
Fertility
Strong Will and Power
The Ears and Hearing
Maturing and Aging
The Pericardium (Sexual System) Protecting the Heart
Relaxation and Enjoyment
Pleasure and Eroticism
The Lightness of Being
The Triple Heater The Three Hot Spots
The Human Heating System
Strengthening Immunity
The Gallbladder Decisions and Growth
Determination and Courage
Expanding and Growing
Ideas and Motivation
The Liver Inner Planning
Inner Harmony
A Clear View
Movement
Life in Flow
Recommended Reading
About the Authors
Illustration Credits
Index
