048 卓智彬先生 Mr. Toh Tee Peng Keynote Speech

Summary

The speaker, Zhi Bin, an engineer turned traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) enthusiast, delves into the essence of TCM, highlighting its roots in Daoism and its holistic approach to health. He discusses the ancient practice of TCM as a blend of philosophy, diagnosis through observation, and treatment based on the balance of yin and yang, and the five elements. Zhi Bin also touches on modern parallels, such as the influence of intention on physical matter, suggesting a convergence of ancient wisdom and contemporary science. The talk concludes with a call for the integration of TCM with its Daoist origins for a more profound understanding of health and well-being.

Takeaways

• 🌟 The speaker, Zhi Bin, is an engineer by background but has a deep interest in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and culture, leading him to enter the field over 20 years ago.
• 🔄 TCM is rooted in balance, harmony, and the principles of nature, treating the body as a microcosm of the universe and using dynamic balance as a therapeutic approach.
• 📚 Ancient TCM originated from Taoism, with key texts like 'Tao Te Ching' and 'Huangdi Neijing' providing philosophical and therapeutic frameworks.
• 🧙‍♂️ Historical figures such as Bian Que, Hua Tuo, Zhang Zhongjing, and Sun Simiao were Taoist physicians, emphasizing the spiritual aspect of healing through self-cultivation.
• 🤔 Ancient practitioners could diagnose and treat without modern technology, suggesting a deep understanding of the human body and its ailments through spiritual and philosophical practices.
• 🌱 TCM views the human body as a small universe, with the five elements and yin-yang corresponding to the body's organs, aiming to restore balance through various treatment methods.
• 💊 TCM focuses on treating the person rather than just the disease, using methods to enhance the body's self-healing capabilities rather than directly targeting pathogens.
• 🔮 Modern science is beginning to validate ancient TCM practices, such as the effects of intention and energy on matter, as demonstrated by Dr. Emoto's water experiments.
• 🎭 Practices like divination and talisman use in TCM have parallels in modern scientific discoveries, suggesting a common underlying principle.
• 🧘‍♀️ Techniques such as Qigong and Tai Chi are forms of 'Dao Yin' or guiding and stretching exercises that promote health and spiritual well-being.
• 🔮 The concept of 'Torsion Field' or 'rotational field' is related to meditation and spiritual practices, suggesting a scientific basis for these ancient arts.
• 🌱 The speaker advocates for a return to the Taoist roots of TCM, emphasizing the importance of traditional culture in the practice of medicine.

Q & A

What is the speaker's background and how did he get involved in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)?

The speaker, Zhi Bin, has an engineering background but developed a strong interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine and traditional culture, which led him to enter the field of TCM more than 20 years ago.

What is the fundamental concept of TCM according to the speaker?

The fundamental concept of TCM, as described by the speaker, is balance, harmony, and the essence of nature, treating it as a natural science based on traditional culture and dynamic balance as the main therapeutic method.

How does the speaker describe the origin of ancient TCM?

The speaker describes ancient TCM as originating from Taoism, being a branch within it, with core principles from the 'Tao Te Ching' and therapeutic methods based on the 'Huangdi Neijing' and the concept of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements.

Who are some historical figures mentioned in the script as practitioners of ancient TCM?

The historical figures mentioned include Bian Que, Hua Tuo, Zhang Zhongjing, Sun Simiao, and Li Shizhen, who were all Taoist physicians.

What is the significance of the 'Dao De Jing' and 'Huangdi Neijing' in TCM?

The 'Dao De Jing' provides the core ethical and philosophical principles of Taoism, while the 'Huangdi Neijing' offers the Yin-Yang and Five Elements theory, which are used as therapeutic methods in TCM.

How did ancient Taoist physicians diagnose diseases without modern technology?

Ancient Taoist physicians diagnosed diseases through methods such as observation, pulse diagnosis, and questioning, as well as through their spiritual cultivation and understanding of the human body's changes.

What is the concept of 'Tian Ren He Yi' in TCM?

'Tian Ren He Yi' refers to the concept of the unity of heaven and man, where humans are considered a microcosm of the universe, and the natural laws of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements are reflected in the body's organs and systems.

How does TCM approach treatment according to the speaker?

TCM approaches treatment by adjusting and regulating the body's energy to achieve a dynamic balance among the organs, using methods such as balancing Yin and Yang, warming in case of cold, and cooling in case of heat.

What is the difference between TCM and Western medicine in terms of treatment philosophy?

TCM focuses on treating the person by enhancing the body's self-healing capabilities, while Western medicine tends to focus on treating the disease itself, often using methods to directly target pathogens.

What role does spiritual cultivation play in the practice of TCM according to the script?

Spiritual cultivation is integral to the practice of TCM, especially in ancient Taoist medicine, where physicians used their cultivation to understand and diagnose diseases, as well as to discover the flow of energy in the body.

How does the speaker connect modern scientific discoveries to ancient TCM practices?

The speaker connects modern scientific discoveries, such as the effects of words, language, and intention on water (as researched by Dr. Emoto) and the concept of Torsion Fields, to ancient TCM practices like using talismans and incantations for healing.