Essential Concepts of Jeong-Gi-Shin (精氣神) for Complete Preparation

Spirit, Energy, Body: Contemplation on Jeong-Gi-Shin (精氣神)

The expression, “Where did you leave your mind?” is commonly used in our daily lives. Here, “spirit” is a concept that encompasses both the body and consciousness. While the body is easy to recognize because it exists materially, consciousness is somewhat abstract and requires explanation.

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Consciousness: An Undeniable Existence

Consciousness is often expressed by the word “mental strength,” and its existence is hard to deny. For example, when a finger is severed, it is difficult to place consciousness in the severed finger, but the body connected by nerves feels extreme pain. This shows that consciousness coexists with the body.

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Gi (氣): Energy Connecting Body and Consciousness

The answer to the question of how the body and consciousness are connected is “Gi (氣),” or energy. Gi acts as a medium connecting the body and consciousness.

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Jeong-Gi-Shin (精氣神): Key Elements of a Balanced Life

Jeong-Gi-Shin can be defined as follows:

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• Jeong (精) – Body: Governs the instincts and senses of life activities and forms a material structure. Not only the body but also the material of all things in the world can be conceptualized as Jeong. The way to train Jeong is to manage health through exercise and accumulate material wealth through work. When Jeong is firm, you can gain stability and confidence.

• Gi (氣) – Energy: Everything, even the body, is made up of energy. Gi has the function of forming relationships, governing relationships with others, connecting inner and outer selves, making you feel emotions, and connecting the spirit. The way to train Gi is through breathing, meditation, and training. When Gi is firm, you can have a sense of connection and a warm heart.

• Shin (神) – Consciousness: The subject “I” originates from the soul, and the body and energy are tools to experience and develop the being “I.” By filling wisdom and improving the level of consciousness, you can clarify the goals of life and make rational judgments.

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Balance of Jeong-Gi-Shin: Preparation for a Blessed Life

The reason for conceptually dividing Jeong-Gi-Shin is to diversify the focus of life. It is the complete preparation for a blessed life to raise the level of body, energy, and consciousness in a balanced way, without leaning to one side.

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A Book to Create Together

This book is a book that is created by discussing with the reader. Beyond one-way information delivery, we hope to create a book that constantly grows philosophically together.