As early as two thousand years ago, our ancestors recognized that there are many special sensory points on the human skin. The famous medical classic, Huangdi Neijing (The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine), written between the 5th century BC and the 1st century AD, pointed out that “the points of qi have their respective … Read more
Qi deficiency (气虚) is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that refers to pathological changes and symptoms arising from insufficient vital energy (元气). The causes of Qi deficiency in individuals are often related to congenital insufficiency, malnutrition, and excessive fatigue. What are the symptoms of Qi deficiency? 1. Pale complexion Individuals with Qi deficiency … Read more
Recently, I was hospitalized due to illness and experienced significant discomfort. The doctor was concerned that the pain would affect my sleep, so they instructed the nurse to apply a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herbal paste to my Yongquan (Kidney 1) point to help me sleep. So, where is the Yongquan point located? Location of … Read more
Although it is already autumn, we are still in the heat of summer, so we can continue to focus on nourishing Yang. I wonder if everyone has been proactive about this, but there is a group of friends who are quite troubled. Their bodies are clearly cold, especially in the lower jiao (lower abdomen), experiencing … Read more
1. Key Point One for Practicing Tai Chi: Upward Suspension, Central Relaxation, and Downward Sinking01. Upward Suspension refers to the top of the head being suspended, with a light pull upwards, which is often misunderstood as a downward pressure. The goal is to keep the base of the brain (pituitary gland) in a relaxed state, … Read more
Moxibustion is known for its significant effects, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness, with almost no adverse reactions. However, it is essential to strictly follow the principles of treatment and operational methods during the moxibustion process. 1. The Sequence of Moxibustion is Important “Moxibustion should begin with Yang points before Yin points, starting from the head and gradually … Read more
1. Tonsillitis – Hegu (LI4) “Hegu” is located at the extension of the bone when the thumb and index finger are spread at a 45-degree angle. Applying pressure on Hegu is very effective for relieving tonsillitis. This acupoint is also effective for toothache, hypertension, and facial acne. 2. Insomnia – Yongquan (KD1) “Yongquan” is located … Read more
2024/4/10 Kongjing Qigong is a practice that inherits the internal strength techniques from the Southern Shaolin Temple in Fujian, founded by Bodhidharma and passed down by Ji Gong, and the Luohan methods from the Tiantai sect in Zhejiang. It has been developed over approximately twenty generations by Master Huang Renzhong, who has continuously conducted scientific … Read more