Qi (Chi) blockages, also known as energy blockages, arise due to blocked or stagnant energy according to Qigong, Daoist, TCM theory and even Fengshui concepts deriving from China. They appear as both visible and non-visible forms to the human eye. In this article we cover all things related to Qi blockages, including: Why Does Qi Get Blocked? How Qi Blockages are Detected for Humans Which Methods are Best for Undoing Qi Blockages? A Chinese Approach to Maintaining Healthy Energy Flow Why Does Qi Get Blocked? There are a number of reasons why Qi gets blocked. For humans, there are a few prima ..read more

In ancient times, the fluctuation of climate led to physical discomfort among people, with symptoms like chest tightness and limb joint pain. In their struggle against nature, ancient individuals discovered that specific movements, breathing, and vocalizations could regulate bodily functions and treat ailments caused by stagnant qi and blood. This marked the origin of ancient Qigong, initially used for illness prevention and treatment. The earliest recorded information about Qigong is found in the Warring States period artifact “Xing Qi Yu Pei Ming,” a 12-sided polyhedron depicting a certain f ..read more

In this article we cover Qigong techniques for the eyes. This includes a variety of tapping, massage and stretching. Neck Turning for Eye Vitality One simple yet effective exercise involves gently turning your neck from side to side while closing your eyes during each turn. As you turn your head to the left, visualize a serene ocean in the distance, soothing your eyes. Then, return to the center with your eyes closed before turning to the right. This time, imagine a majestic mountain in the distance. These visualizations stimulate eye energy through color visualization and promote eye relaxati ..read more

In this article we review a Chinese Acupressure approach to dealing with headaches. Before we get into the exercises, let’s talk about what a headache means from a Chinese Acupressure perspective. A headache is seen the same way as other pain found in the body; that is, an energy imbalance that needs to be untangled and smoothened out. Energy imbalances may come from changes in the weather, over stimulation of thoughts and emotions , muscle soreness and possibly a lack of nutrition. If one of these is out of tune it could very well trigger a reaction in the body, which often leads to soreness ..read more

In the world of martial arts, meditation, and qigong, a hidden source of energy resides within us. This is known as the Lower Dantian. Located three finger widths below the belly button and a similar distance inward into the abdomen, this unassuming point is believed to be the epicenter for storing vital energy. It also serves as the origin of core muscle training in Chinese martial arts. The Lower Dantian, distinct from the Middle Dantian in the chest area and the Upper Dantian in the head region, holds a special place in meditation and qigong practices. It is considered the primary focal po ..read more

The morning is one of the best times to do Qigong. It is a great opportunity to wake the body up naturally without the need for caffeine or other stimulants. In this article, we cover a variety of Qigong exercises you can do with your own hands that revolve around tapping and massaging the body’s energy points in order to stimulate energy and get the blood flowing. We also break down the mindset a Qigong practitioner takes to wake up and how to sustain the energy throughout the day. Morning Qigong Exercises The most popular Qigong exercises can be summarized as: Entering a positive, motivatin ..read more

Various Qigong exercises can be done anywhere and at anytime. Even though most of the exercises are centered around active exercises that require you to be standing or incorporating arm movements, there are a number of simple exercises that can be performed while sitting in a chair or with minimal space. Easy and Simple Qigong Exercises The most simple Qigong exercises involve movements that utilize the hands and arms. Such exercises stimulate energy channels in the body and are known as a type of Qigong massage based on Acupressure and TCM concepts. Elbow Point Massage Locate the pressure po ..read more

One of the best things about Spring Forest Qigong is that you don’t need to be super fit in order to practice it and benefit from it. With most practices there is a certain degree of fitness, flexibility and strength required. That even applies with yoga, because while you don’t need to be super strong and fit, you do need to be flexible and fully abled, and that excludes a lot of people. What if you are disabled? What if you are injured? Fortunately, Spring Forest Qigong Centre has ways that you can heal even if that is the case. In this article we’ll take a look at some of their gentler, eas ..read more

This article discusses the relationship between lung channels in TCM and various Qi techniques to stimulate these channels for improved wellbeing, including both physical and emotional aspects. Here are the key points and exercises related to lung channel stimulation: Lung Channels and Congestion Chinese medicine and Qigong consider the whole body and its corresponding channels when addressing congestion or breathing issues. Western medicine often focuses on specific areas, but a holistic approach is beneficial for better results. Stimulating the Arms Lung and heart channels are located on ..read more