Tai Chi (太极拳) is an excellent method for health preservation. As people’s awareness of health preservation increases, many have joined the ranks of Tai Chi practitioners. Are you practicing Tai Chi correctly? How can you improve your Tai Chi practice? Grasp the Core, Experience the Characteristics1. Relaxed and Gentle: The posture is stable and expansive, … Read more
As we enter a new era, the terms “Tai Chi” and “Tai Chi Quan” are increasingly used, both domestically and internationally, playing an indispensable role in promoting national fitness, fostering international exchanges, and enhancing Chinese culture, becoming one of the most beautiful cultural symbols of the Chinese nation. In exploring the reasons behind this phenomenon, … Read more
Fasting (Bigu) refers to a method of inducing the body’s potential and innate qualities through a series of practices such as breath control (shiqi), swallowing saliva, and guidance techniques, without any “nutritional substances” provided. This method aims to help the body obtain energy, eliminate accumulated fats, toxins, and waste, thus entering a new balanced state. … Read more
Understanding Daoyin: Insights from the Daoyin Diagram In the history of Qigong, there are several diagrams referred to as “Daoyin Tu”. The “Daoyin Tu” mentioned here refers to a precious artifact unearthed from the Mawangdui Han Tomb No. 3 in Changsha, Hunan, in 1974. This artifact measures approximately 100 centimeters in length and 40 centimeters … Read more
Traditional Solar Terms The Huangdi Neijing states: “In spring and summer, nourish Yang; in autumn and winter, nourish Yin.” Humans correspond with the Qi of heaven and earth, thus health preservation should follow the changes of the four seasons. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has long advocated for guiding techniques for health preservation. As the primary … Read more