entire individual. As toxins are flushed out and tissues are replaced,
you may find that eating a handful of grapes or other sweet, juicy
fruit will help disperse fatigue. The longer you practice the better
you will feel. After the period of tissue repair is completed, you will
feel strengthened by your practice sessions.
What is the Benefit of Completing the Micro-
cosmic Orbit?
The Microcosmic is the basic tool of the Taoist system. By circu-
lating chi in this simple orbit you are generating energy to be stored
in the navel. The body knows which organs are in need of extra
energy. When circulating the warm current the organs, glands, and
blood automatically receive this energy.
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