Al Chung-liang Huang Libri

Written with true passion and eloquence, the book richly conveys the subtle yet profound principles underlying Tai Ji. Movement, stillness, joyfulness, and the ability to live in the moment are the threads running through the text, as well as the humor and compassion to acknowledge the impossibility of human perfection.

For thousands of years, the Chinese have believed that we are born with the characteristics and powers of an animal, depending on the month and year of our birth. Now readers of all ages can discover for themselves the fun and wisdom of this age-old Chinese tradition in this exquisite book by celebrated author and artist Chungliang Al Huang.

In the years since this timeless book was first published, many other books have come along offering the "essentials" of Tai Ji. But none have equaled Huang's unique understanding of Eastern tradition, which has made him one of the foremost interpreters of Tai Ji and its philosophies.

Written by a sports psychologist and a renowned T'ai Chi master, here is a guide to enriching all of life's pursuits through the practice of its simple mental tools and wisdom. Using stories of success from athletes and businesspeople, the authors present techniques and exercises to promote relaxation and enhance performance.

Drawing on the timeless strategies of Sun Tzu's Art of War, this book offers practical lessons for personal transformation and success. It emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking, adaptability, and overcoming obstacles in various aspects of life. Readers will discover how ancient wisdom can be applied to modern challenges, enabling them to achieve their goals and navigate conflicts effectively. The insights provided aim to empower individuals to take control of their destinies and enhance their decision-making skills.

This book is about mastery, leadership, and spirituality. Reading it, you will learn what you need to keep, what you need to discard, and what you need to add to your mental, emotional, and spiritual skill set as an athlete, coach, leader, parent, CEO or any other performer in life. You will not only learn about how Buddhism can help you to be better prepared for sports and life, but how sports and life can teach you about Buddhism. You will discover how people from all parts of the world have brought together the Buddha and athletics for greater fun, enjoyment and pleasure during their performances. Jerry Lynch demonstrates how certain timeless core Buddha values will inspire you to embrace and navigate the unchartered waters of mastery. You will find the Buddha mind and the Kobe Bryant Mamba Mentality to be quite interesting and very useful. When it comes to leadership and coaching, this book will teach you how the best of the best coaches today use the ancient methods for these modern times, especially when it comes to the concept of Servent Leader. You will learn very specific strategies and techniques to implement this special way to guide and lead.

Emphasizing the importance of relationships in coaching, the book explores how fostering strong connections between coaches and athletes leads to greater success in sports. Dr. Jerry Lynch, a noted sports psychologist, advocates for a coaching approach rooted in respect and integrity, suggesting that both coaches and players can learn from one another. This transformative guide offers practical techniques to empower and inspire, making it a vital resource for those navigating the evolving dynamics of athletics and life coaching.

Showing kids how Tai Ji can be fun, this book gives a simple and charming introduction to Tai Ji. Covering the five elements and some of the basic sensations, it will help children to get in touch with their bodies and minds.