Fig. 10.1 Microcosmic Orbit Back ChannelWhy do I feel tired after Meditating?
The warm current concentration is an exercise of the mind, which
directs the current and burns large quantities of energy in the course
of purifying the nervous systems of the organism. During the early
stages of practice you will be doing a great deal of repair work on
your body. After concentrating you may feel tired or experience
some soreness in your back. The Taoist rebirth process explains
itself. It is a means whereby the sick and damaged body recreates
the life process to that of a baby. To accomplish this, one needs a
lot of material and energy. Those who are strong and healthy will
find that after practice they feel refreshed. Those who are ill or
unhealthy, or who think they are healthy but in fact are not, will feel
sleepy or tired in the beginning when such energy is expended in a
virtual repair and rebuilding process. One gradually changes into a
stronger, more vigorous and yet peaceful person. Remember that
this method calls for gradual change and a restructuring of the
Commonly Asked Questions