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Qigong, Our Natural Environment & Pope Francis
Qigong study and practice inherently supports us in activating an inner awareness of our deep connection to the natural world. By nurturing this connection we naturally cultivate a holistic view of our surroundings, our selves and of all living beings. With that often comes a greater sense of kindness and compassion. My earliest memories are
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Research: Medical Applications of Qigong
Practitioners can easily and quickly sense the beneficial effects of qigong during and after practice. We can also gain valuable insight into the myriad of benefits through becoming familiar with results of scientific qigong studies. This extensive article on the medical applications of qigong reviews several studies. I encourage you to absorb this information to further support
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Year of the Wood Sheep
Have you felt like slowing down a bit and not taking on new projects or adventures? If yes, then you are in tune with the energies associated with the upcoming year of the Yin Wood Sheep. February 19, 2015 marks the beginning of the Chinese New Year, which coincides with the second new moon after
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Circle Walking Practice Instructions
Regarding the circle walking the circle can be very tight but if too small you might get dizzy. You can think of the circle size down in our oak trees as the ideal size and adjust from there as to what works for you. For most benefit walk for about 40-50 minutes. Spend a few
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The Unexpected Gifts of Qigong
As the calendar year comes to an end, it is a time when it feels natural to reflect on the past. While reflecting I was particularly struck by the unexpected gifts qigong has brought to my life. Over the years of practicing and teaching, I’ve become aware that the unexpected gifts of qigong often make
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Finding Your Ideal Qigong Teacher
“How do I find the ideal qigong teacher”? I considered this question some years ago when I realized that my martial arts practices were leading me towards a deeper curiosity of qigong. My martial arts teacher advised me to find a qigong teacher who could support my curiosity. For the next few years I learned
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Yi Yuan Ti, A Core Theory
For this last part in our series about our weekend with Teacher Jianshe, I will endeavor to explain the basic concepts of Yi Yuan Ti (YYT). On a bright morning during the workshop we settled in comfortably to listen to Jianshe talk on the subject. YYT is perhaps the most important theory associated with Dr.
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A Weekend with Teacher Jianshe Part 2 – Happiness from Nothing
During the August workshop Teacher Jianshe focused an afternoon on the subject of happiness. When he introduced this subject the studio felt full of subtle energy and due to our deep relaxation and expanded awareness it felt effortless to absorb this wisdom: “Happiness from nothing lasts forever.” –Teacher Jianshe Jianshe went on to describe that
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A Weekend with Teacher Jianshe, Part 1 – Just Do It
Our recent weekend with Zhineng Qigong Teacher Jianshe provided a unique opportunity for us to be taught by a Chinese teacher who spent many years at the Huaxia Zhineng Qigong Center in China. Teacher Jianshe helped us create a subtle, relaxed and rich qi field, which evolved over the weekend through stories, movement and meditation.
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Taking Qigong On The Road
Many of you are immersed in summer travels, enjoying life with friends and family. These idyllic long days are prized for deepening connections with loved ones, this vibrant earth and ourselves. Our vacation travels need not interrupt our qigong practice as we can include time for qigong while on the road. Before I address ways