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Jewish meditation
(Jewish mysticism, the Kabbalistic System of Insight): Judaic "approach
to personal growth" promoted by Chabad Lubavitch of Long Island, New
York. The cabala (cabbala, cabbalah, kabala, kabbala, kabbalah, kabbalism,
Qabalah, Qabbalah) is an eclectic and multiform mystical system of ancient
Jewish origin analogous to yoga. It encompasses "angelology,"
demonology, meditation, and prayer.
Jing Gong (passive qigong, Spiritual Qigong, tranquil qigong): One
of the two comprehensive classes of Qigong. Bodily stillness characterizes
Jing Gong.
Jin Shin Acupressure: Japanese method that involves the study of
45 "acupressure points" and eight "channels" termed
"strange flow."
Jin Shin Do® (Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure, "The
Way of the Compassionate Spirit"): Combination of acupressure and Taoist
yogic breathing methods developed in the 1970s by psychotherapist Iona Marsaa
Teeguarden, author of The Acupressure Way of Health: Jin Shin Do
(Japan Publi cations, Inc., 1978) and The Joy of Feeling: Bodymind Acupressure
(Japan Publications, Inc., 1987). It borrows from Reichian Therapy and allegedly
moves "stagnant energy" through the body. According to Jin Shin
Do theory, stressful experiences increase tension at certain acupoints.
Practi tioners decide on which parts of the body are "tense."
Then, purportedly to "balance" the "energy" of the body,
they hold the "tense" part with one hand and supposedly stimulate
a series of acupoints with the other. "Jin shin do" means "way
of the compassionate spirit" in Japanese.
Jin Shin Jyutsu® (jin shin jitsu): Non-massage form of shiatsu
developed by Jiro Murai in Japan. It uses only 26 "pressure points,"
termed "energy locks." Its theory holds that fatigue, tension,
or illness can trap "energy" in these "safety energy locks."
The purported design of Jin Shin Jyutsu is to "harmonize" the
flow of "energy" through the body. Jin Shin Jyutsu involves either:
(a) prolonged, gentle, manual pressing of these points; or (b) movements
of the practitioner's hands over such areas without contact. The practitioner's
hands supposedly function like booster cables. "Jin shin jyutsu"
literally means "the creator's art through knowing and compassionate
man."
jin shinn (jin shin): Form of bodywork whose modes are Jin Shin Do
and Jin Shin Jyutsu.
Johrei: Supposedly purificatory method that defines the Johrei Fellowship,
a worldwide interfaith association with a center in New York City. Reportedly,
sessions take about twenty minutes, do not entail physical contact, and
are always free of charge. Besides the method, the word "Johrei"
denotes a par adisiacal doctrine and an alleged something that, through
the focusing of "Divine Light," naturally eases physical and mental
distress. Japanese businessman Mokichi Okada founded the movement in 1935.
Okada allegedly had learned "God's Divine Plan" for the "New
Age" through a series of divine revelations. Johrei's principles include
the "Law of Purification," which holds that sickness is simply
"Nature's" way of restoring health, and the "Law of Spiritual
Affinity," which holds that innumerable "spiritual cords"
dominate human existence. Another principle is that one's health and material
resources are functions of one's "spiritual condition."
Josephing: Mode of massage christened, developed, and practiced by
Spencer Burke in the 1980s. Regarding its development, Burke stated that
one's body does the work of one's spirit, and that bodies in pain cannot
do God's work. Circa 1989, he and his wife, Dawn Brunet, were the only "Josephers."
Josephing apparently became defunct in or before 1993.
Jungian dream interpretation: Jungian mode of dreamwork. Its theory
holds that the discovery and understanding of "previously obscure elements"
of one's unconscious can release "new energy" into one's life.
Jungian past-life therapy: Combination of Jungian psychology and
past-life therapy promoted by Roger J. Woolger.
Jungian psychology (Analytical Psychology): System of psychoanalysis
founded by psychiatrist and reincarnationist Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961),
of Zurich, Switzerland. Its theory posits a collective unconscious, synchronicity,
and "life energy" ("libidinal energy," the "primal
energy"). Jung held that studying the (alleged) "racial unconscious"
could enhance understanding of the individual unconscious.
kahuna healing:
The medical phase of Huna, which is a religion or esoteric magical tradition
native to the Hawaiian Islands. The word huna literally means "secret"
or "that which is hidden, or not obvious." Kahuna literally
means "keeper of the secret." Kahunas are Hawaiian witch doctors.
Kahuna healing encompasses "colon cleansing," "energy field
manipulation," Ho'oponopono (spiritual counseling), lomi-lomi, and
the use of amulets. Its theory posits an "etheric body" (aka),
a godhead (Kumulipo), and mana (the "life force"). Some
proponents use the expressions "kahuna healing," "Huna,"
and "Hawaiian Huna" interchangeably.
Kalaripayat: Form of Marma Chikitsa promoted by Joseph
Kurian (see "marma science"). It allegedly eliminates toxins,
overpowers "blocks," and restores "full circulation."
Kali Yoga: Purported means of opening all of one's chakras and realizing
one's "greatest potential." Its theory posits a "source of
Shakti."
karga puja (karga healing ritual): One of the shamanic "healing"
ceremonies of the Tamangs, a group of Tibetan Buddhists in Nepal. "Karga"
is the Tamang word for a constellation of planets, and "puja"
is a Nepalese word for "ritual." Karga puja is a purported remedy
for simultaneous "soul loss" and "spirit possession":
the Tamangs' major categories of mental illness. Tamang theory posits evil
spirits, "healing spirits," and "planet divinities."
Karuna Reiki (Karuna; called "Sai Baba Reiki" before early
1995): Form of Reiki named and taught by "Reiki Master" William
Lee Rand, author of Reiki, The Healing Touch. It apparently encompasses
"guided meditation" and "healing shadow self-meditation."
The Sanskrit word "karuna" is translatable as "compassionate
action." Karuna Reiki's purported focus is development of karuna.
It supposedly conduces to working closely with all "enlightened beings,"
including those present "in spirit."
Keep Your Wife Happy Qigong: Subject of the book of the same name
(East & West Publications, Ltd.) by Linhai (see "Qigong therapy").
Its postulate is that the kidneys are "sexual engines" that "power"
lovemaking. It apparently involves "energy cultivation" and "spiritual
intimacy."
Kelley/Radix® work (Kelley/Radix personal growth work):
Brand of Radix taught by Kelley/Radix, an organization in Vancouver, Washington,
founded by Charles R. Kelley, Ph.D.
Ki breathing: Combination of breathwork, massage, and an exercise
series termed "Ki Ren" or "Ki training." It includes
Tanden breathing. Its theory holds that the breath embodies "vital
life spirit" and that the quality of one's breathing determines the
quality of one's life.
kinesiology (kinesiologies): Applied kinesiology and its offshoots,
e.g., Touch for Health. (In establishmentarian, or science-oriented, healthcare,
kinesiology is the study of muscles and human motion.)
Kinetic Trance-Meditation (KTM): "Technique" that supposedly
allows one to tap into the unconscious for information and "energy."
Teodoro (Teo) Cordova, a hypnotherapist, developed the method.
Kirlian diagnosis (Kirlian technique): Form of aura analysis based
on Kirlian photography.
Ki-Shiatsu®/Oriental Bodywork (Ki-Shiatsu, Ki-Shiatsu/Oriental
Bodywork Therapy, shiatsu oriental bodywork): "Healing art" encompassing
manual and breathing techniques that purportedly "balance-nurture"
the "whole person."
kneipping (Kneipp cure, Kneipp therapies, Kneipptherapie):
Hydropathy-centered system of "natural healing" founded by Bavarian
almoner and Dominican priest Sebastian Kneipp (1821-1897), author of My
Water Cure and So Sollt Ihr Leben ("Thus Thou Shalt Live"),
and promoted by the Kneipp Institute, in Germany. Herbalism is one of its
major components.
Kobayashi Technique (Applied Kobayashi Techniques, Kobayashi Techniques):
Allegedly rejuvenescent system promoted by "Master Healer" Ken
Kobayashi. It reportedly encompasses acupuncture, Do-In, shiatsu massage,
special diets, and the use of herbal tea preparations and "the"
Shintsu-Riki® ("Healing Ki energy").
Kofutu Absent Healing: Component of the Kofutu System of Spiritual
Healing and Development.
Kofutu Personal Energy Matrix Healing: Component of the Kofutu System
of Spiritual Healing and Development.
Kofutu System of Spiritual Healing and Development (Kofutu): Variation
of aura balancing promoted by Rev. Yolanda Badillo, a "Reiki Master."
It allegedly promotes the "adjustment" and "balancing"
of "inner bodies" in order to "balance karma" and further
the "spiritual creative faculty."
Kofutu Touch Healing: Component of the Kofutu System of Spiritual
Healing and Development.
Kripalu Bodywork: Derivative of Kripalu Yoga. It involves breathwork
and massage and draws from Polarity Therapy and Swedish massage. Its purported
design is to promote relaxation and assist reconnection of "recipients"
and the "healing wisdom" of their bodies.
Kripalu DansKinetics: Yogic mode of dancing, cofounded by Daniel
Leven. Its theory posits a "soul-in-motion."
Kripalu Yoga: Meditative derivative of hatha yoga.
Kriya Massage (Kriya Bodywork): Form of massage that allegedly uses
"universal, life-affirming energy." The DoveStar Alchemian Institute,
in Hooksett, New Hampshire, defines "kriya" as "spontaneous
energy movement."
KriyashaktiSM: "The Art of Materialization," taught by
Choa Kok Sui (see "Pranic Healing"). It reportedly includes strategies
for materializing "thoughtforms" and techniques to clean "negative
psychic energies." Its theory posits chakras.
Kriya Yoga (Kriya): Ancient yogic method "rediscovered,"
renamed, expounded, and revived by Babaji, the guru of Lahiri Mahasaya.
Lahiri Mahasaya popularized it in modern India, and Paramahansa Yogananda
(1893-1952) advanced it in the United States. Kriya theory posits
apana ("eliminating current"), prana (the "life
force"), an omniscient "spiritual eye," and the transmutation
of oxygen atoms into "life current."
Kulkarni Naturopathy: Ayurvedic form of naturopathy developed before
1930 by V.M. Kulkarni, a homeopath born in a village in northern India.
It encompasses massage therapy, mesmerism, pranayama, psychotherapy,
sunbathing, and yogic exercises and postures. Its principles include the
following. (a) Use of contraceptives for birth control is a "great
offense" against the "Laws of Nature." (b) Masturbation ("self
abuse") is a "suicidal habit" and the worst offense against
"Nature." (c) "Perpetrators" of sodomy ultimately either
go mad or become impotent. (d) Sugar is an unnatural and "objectionable"
food.
Kum Nye (Kum Nye relaxation, Kum Nye relaxation system of self healing):
"Holistic" mode of self-healing developed by Tarthang Tulku and
based on Tibetan medicine and Buddhist "mind-body disciplines."
It involves breathing exercises, self-massage, slow movements, and visualization.
Its theory posits "energy centers" (e.g., the "head center"
and the "heart center") and "energy blockages" (e.g.,
"sexual blockages"). Practicing Kum Nye allegedly "vitalizes"
the senses and conduces to alertness and limberness.
kundalini yoga (Shakti Yoga, tantra yoga): Purported means
of activating kundalini (also called ahamkara and kundalini shakti).
This, allegedly, is a "dormant infinite force," "potential
cosmic power," or "spiritual power" that, in most people,
is asleep, without self-awareness, in a chakra at the coccyx. Supposedly,
when kundalini is awake, it enriches people's lives emotionally, intellectually,
physically, and spiritually. Moreover, its arousal purportedly contributes
to the cure of many intractable diseases. Kundalini yoga includes bhuta
shuddhi.
kyo-jitsu: Localization of "imbalances" of ki
by palpation.
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