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At its simplest, The Science of Peace draws upon the ancient eastern understanding of ‘Qi’ or ‘energy’.
Qi is the central theme of the numerous influences within the Science of Peace – including Soft and Hard Qi Gong, numerous meditation and relaxation techniques, Gong Fu, Tui Na Massage, 5 Element Theory, Feng Shui, Bazi and Taoism.
For thousands over 5000 years these systems have been studied and practiced in China to promote inner peace, good health and longevity. Only in recent years has this invaluable
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and hidden knowledge left China to spread to the West.
In the past, our main danger was attack by marauding bandits. Thus energy was incorporated into the practice of advanced martial arts to protect ones family.
In the 21st century times have moved on a bit.
Whilst we may be safe from bandits, a new killer has emerged, far less dramatic, but just as hazardous.
The bandits of old have been superseded by the pace of modern life like computers, mobile phones, deadlines and career pressures.
The very technology that was created to improve our lives has also contributed to a dramatic increase in stress. We are now contactable 24/7 – we have to analyse and deal with a never ending flow of information. If you want to stay at the top, there is little opportunity for resting.
As a direct result our stress levels are increasing, blood pressure is at an all time high and we have become more susceptible to allergies. Worst of all, people don’t even have the time to do anything about it. The time you most need take a break is the time you can least afford to take one.
Just as I was about to complete a log-overdue project, my boss swooped down with a sudden rash of last minute changes. By the time I had placated him and peeled myself away from my desk, I was already running late for meeting across town. Not a single cab was free – of course – so I raced for the subway in the rain, calling ahead to apologise to my annoyed friend. I was seriously stressed.
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