What is Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency with Cold Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency with Cold refers to the deficiency of Yang Qi in the spleen and stomach, characterized by an excess of Yin and cold. Why is this condition more common in women? It is because women tend to have a more Yin constitution. … Read more
It is well known that all things in heaven and earth embody the concept of Yin and Yang. In terms of Feng Shui for residential spaces, achieving a balance between Yin and Yang is extremely important. Therefore, when adjusting the Feng Shui of a residence, it is crucial to ensure that this balance is not … Read more
Taiji (Tai Chi) encompasses all phenomena. In the path of cultivating the Golden Elixir (Jindan), the harmony of Yin (阴) and Yang (阳) is the sixth essential element. It is not only the cornerstone of the Golden Elixir path but also the essence of the transformative way. As stated in the I Ching (Yijing): “The … Read more
Taiji Luo Wanxiang (Taiji Unites All Things) Between heaven and earth, the way of Yin and Yang assists each other, creating all things. Yin and Yang are the foundation of the universe and the source of all things. When Yin and Yang are in harmony, all things grow; when they are imbalanced, all things wither. … Read more
December 17, 2020 Taijiquan was selected by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage It is the only Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in the category of traditional martial arts in China 01 Overview of Taijiquan Taijiquan is based on the core philosophical concepts of Taiji (Supreme Ultimate), Yin and Yang, and dialectical thinking from traditional … Read more
Taijiquan Philosophy Basic Methods: Taijiquan employs basic methods such as “peng, lu, ji, an, zhong, elbow, kao, jin, tui, gu, pan, ding”. The movements are slow and smooth, requiring the practitioner to maintain a straight back, relaxed jaw, and upright posture, embodying a sense of floating like clouds. At the same time, Taijiquan places great … Read more
General Secretary Xi Jinping pointed out in the report of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party: “Increase efforts to protect cultural relics and cultural heritage, strengthen the protection and inheritance of historical culture in urban and rural construction, and build and utilize national cultural parks effectively.” China’s world heritage is not only a … Read more
The transformation of xū shí (emptiness and fullness) in Taijiquan is essential for the practice and movement of the form. It can be likened to human walking; without the transformation of xū shí, one cannot step in any direction. Therefore, the transformation of xū shí is a natural attribute of Taijiquan, often referred to as … Read more