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Research Article

The Mindful Way of Falun Gong for graceful and positive aging

Pages 139-154 | Published online: 30 Nov 2020
 

ABSTRACT

The promotion of mind-body and spiritual health for graceful and positive aging has undergone cultural changes and requires on-going considerations. People from diverse cultures are exploring options, looking to Eastern mind-body, spiritual practices for creative health-wellness solutions. Falun Gong, an ancient Chinese practice, based on Buddhist and Taoist philosophies, offers a viable alternative. The values of Falun Gong, Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance, are qualities recognized by all spiritual traditions and can be embraced by older people from all walks of life. This paper introduces and provides knowledge about Falun Gong, and outlines how the mindful way is beneficial for graceful aging.

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