The Magic of Conflict: Turning a Life of Work Into a Work of ArtThis set of simple techniques, including meditation, breathing exercises, openness, and play--Aiki--leads gently to a reordered state of mind. From overcoming apathy to understanding how conflict doesn't have to mean contest, Aiki turns mind-body integration principles into powerful tools. |
Contents
The Extraordinary State | 19 |
The Nature of Conflict | 29 |
Conflict Contest | 37 |
TWO THE AIKI APPROACH | 51 |
Choose to Be Centered | 53 |
Accept Your Connectedness | 85 |
The Power of Discovery | 111 |
Be Willing to Understand | 131 |
THREE FIGHT FLEE OR FLOW | 191 |
Dont Sweat the Small Stuff | 193 |
No Boundaries | 205 |
FOUR TAKING IT TO THE STREETS | 219 |
Putting It to Work | 221 |
Masters of Aiki | 231 |
BEYOND THE GOLD | 235 |
Notes | 252 |
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