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.…

Navigating Adversity with Qigong

After the recent spate of destructive fires in San Diego County during mid-May many students expressed that they noticed a considerable difference in how they navigated through the days of fires. They reported that because of their qigong practice they were able to stay more present and maintain more inner calm, acceptance and trust than…

Becoming Your Own Master

In Chinese numerology the number nine symbolizes the end of a cycle as well as the beginning of a new cycle, it can be a time of great harmony. About nine years ago, after many years training and practicing internal martial arts, qigong, yoga and meditation, Leonard and I went to China to immerse ourselves…