Nov 05 2008
The Jangsaeng Method
In Eastern thought, there is a saying, “Where the mind goes, energy follows.” Essentially, energy flows following our conscious thought. In fact, ev- erything that we accomplish in this world begins with a conscious thought. For example, if you admire a tall building in the middle of the city, you can say that it all began in the mind of the architect working in tandem with the investors, contractors, and workers who brought it into being. As all these minds came together, energy began to flow toward the fulfillment of the vision. In that way, imagination became reality. Every space mission, every classic piece of art, every saintly act began as a thought in someone’s mind.
MIND OVER MATTER
The same is true for the energy we feel in our bodies. When imagining that we can feel energy through our hands, it really happens that way, and if we imagine that energy is collected in the lower abdomen, then energy is really collected in the lower abdomen. One can only feel energy by focusing the consciousness—not by knowledge, analysis, or judgment.
Ilchi Lee tells that Jangsaeng Walking is partially based on this notion that energy follows the mind. Part of the goal is to teach the body to walk youthfully, which might be something you have never really done since bad habit can start early. Through walking youthfully. your body will regain the attributes of youth, as will your mind. Finally, my hope is that this feeling of energetic youthfulness will follow you into all areas of your life, creating a more vital and satisfying style of life.