Change! Everything in our world, including ourselves, is in a constant state of transformation. As qigong students, we explore and embrace change through a unique perspective. Yet, despite our knowledge and experience, we often find ourselves resisting change. We sometimes expend our energy trying to devise strategies to avoid accepting change. Change can trigger fear… The post A Qigong Perspective on Living with Change appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

This article is Part 2 in a 3 part series.   What are Energy Centers and Why are they Important in Qigong? Last month, we took a look at energy gates. Now let’s venture into energy centers and their importance in qigong. As explained in Part 1, energy gates, energy centers and a variety of… The post A Guide to Qigong Energy Gates, Centers and Acupoints: Part 2 appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

This article is Part 1 in a 3 part series.   What are Energy Gates and Why are they Important in Qigong? Energy gates, energy centers and a variety of acupoints are essential to the flow of energy within our bodies. It can be a surprise to Westerners to learn that we have these intriguing,… The post A Guide to Qigong Energy Gates, Centers and Acupoints appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

The term ‘qi field’ can sound mysterious when you first hear it. It is as important to gain an awareness of this ethereal concept as it is the physical movements of qigong. To fully embody qigong forms we must understand the underlying theories of energy.  We can begin to demystify the qi field by understanding… The post The Qi Field and Receiving Universal Information appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

The longest day of the year has already come and gone. As we travel towards fall, each day is a few minutes shorter. At the moment of the solstice the dominant yang qi made the subtle shift towards the growing yin qi. Despite this, there is still time to reap the benefits of this summer… The post Treasuring Summer’s Abundant Yang Qi appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

In the Gregorian calendar the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, marks the first day of summer. It is a magical time that awakens our hearts to the beauty of nature which in turn encourages us to slow down and appreciate the present moment.  In the Five Phase Theory of Chinese Medicine, summer… The post Summer, the Fire Heart Phase appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

Last month Qigong for Life contributed an article to Locally Well San Diego, an online resource for all things wellness regarding mind, body and spirit. The article introduces qigong and its benefits to those who may be less familiar with the practice. It also serves as a good reminder to those of us who have… The post Living Happier and Healthier with Qigong (Locally Well San Diego) appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

Qigong Choices I’m often asked about spiritual, medical and even martial qigong. There are several systems of qigong to choose from. But why are there so many and what are they? Qigong has an immense and rich history. Originally, the natural world influenced and supported ancient people to live in harmony with nature. Qigong was… The post Are There Different Types of Qigong? appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

As the Lunar New Year approaches, we bid farewell to the Yin Water Rabbit and hand the reins to the Yang Wood Dragon on February 10, 2024.  The Dragon, the only mythical animal of the 12 animals in Chinese astrology, is a courageous, powerful and auspicious animal known for bringing heaven to earth. It is… The post 2024 Lunar New Year: Year of the Yang Wood Dragon appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more

Many of us look forward to the winter solstice because it marks the beginning of the gradual increase in daylight hours. In the Gregorian calendar it is the first day of winter. In the Five Phase Theory of Chinese Medicine, winter is the most yin season. The attributes corresponding to the winter season are the… The post Winter, the Water Kidney Phase appeared first on Qigong for Life ..read more