Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) holds that the kidneys are the foundation of innate vitality, with the congenital essence inherited from parents stored in the kidneys.When kidney qi is abundant, the functions of the five organs and six bowels are harmonized, the complexion is radiant and rosy, energy levels are high, immunity is strong, and one … Read more
1、虚灵顶劲 (Xu Ling Ding Jin) Practicing Tai Chi requires 虚灵顶劲, where the spirit is concentrated at the top (This concept suggests that “顶头悬” (Ding Tou Xuan) and “神贯顶” (Shen Guan Ding) are two different mental activities. “顶头悬” is also known as 悬顶 (Xuan Ding), 提顶 (Ti Ding), 拔顶 (Ba Ding), and 吊顶 (Diao Ding). The … Read more
Regardless of whether it is standing meditation (zhang zhuang) or practicing forms (lian jia), the core secret or goal pursued is: xu jing (emptiness and stillness), yi qi (intention and energy), ju fang (gathering and releasing). Xu Jing The term “xu” refers to the state where the body exerts no force, and every muscle … Read more
Xu Ling Ding Jin, Chen Jian Zhui Zhou, Han Xiong Ba Bei, Qi Chen Dan Tian… What do these Tai Chi terms mean? How should they be understood? How can they be achieved? This article organizes common Tai Chi terms and explains them in detail. If you like it, don’t forget to bookmark and share. … Read more
1. Zhuang Gong (Stance Training) Zhuang Gong is the primary issue in practicing Tai Chi. So, which stances should one practice in Tai Chi? There are many stances in Tai Chi, including Kai He Zhuang (Opening and Closing Stance), Xia Zuan Zhuang (Squatting Stance), Ma Bu Zhuang (Horse Stance), Shou Hui Pi Pa Zhuang (Hand … Read more
Quick Mastery of Qigong Techniques Every morning before getting out of bed and every night before sleeping, lie flat on your back. Use your left hand to press the Neiguan (Inner Pass) point on the scrotum, while your right thumb presses the navel. Place your index finger on the back of your middle finger, and … Read more
The locations of the Eight Points of the Great Circulation of Qigong and the Eight Meridians are as follows: 1. **Ren Point** (Ren Mai Ren Xue): The Ren channel represents responsibility; the heart is the master of the body, thus the Ren point is located at the heart. The heart governs intention, and everything arises … Read more
Editor’s Introduction Qigong training focuses on nourishing and cultivating Qi. When Qi is nourished, it becomes still; when Qi is still, the spirit is clear. With a clear spirit, one can maneuver appropriately. Cultivating Qi requires diligence in body movement. The method of body movement begins with Ma Bu (standing meditation), followed by the stretching … Read more
Note: The following is a compilation of simple Qigong methods, which are very suitable for daily practice. (1) Sitting Meditation Before Sleep Assume a comfortable seated position, either flat or cross-legged (whichever is more comfortable), close your eyes, and relax your mind. Breathe naturally and focus your intention on the Dan Tian (丹田, lower abdomen, … Read more