For anyone feeling used up by the modern world, this encyclopedic work of self-discovery presents a wealth of accessible exercises designed to unlock inner potential. At the heart of the ideas presented lies an essential principle known to antiquity—that a smooth, unimpeded flow of energy through the body maintains health and inner harmony. By tracing the many developments of this concept in Eastern and Western forms, we learn what energy is, why it matters, and how it can be used in daily life. Key concepts that are examined include: Qi, T’ai Chi, Shiatsu, meridian theory, yin and yang, Feng Shui, and healing disciplines such as acupuncture and reflexology. A wide range of practical exercises brings this philosophy to life while highlighting its continued relevance in today’s world.