SelfGrowth.com articles for Qigong

Traditional Chinese Medicine—Ancient Medicine For The Modern World

community@aoma.edu — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:37:11 am

East is East and West is West, as the saying goes. But in medicine, at least, the two sides are meeting. Over the past few decades, acupuncture has become more and more widely known and accepted in the United States. Many people think acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are the ...

The 3 Core Skills of Qigong That No Body Knows...

marcus@qigong15.com — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 11:04:48 am

Give me 3 minutes and I'll explain why 98% of Qigong practitioners are wasting their time... Remember, Qigong is the art of deliberately managing your vital energy or Chi/Qi. Vital energy is the 'juice' that keeps you alive and allows you to do everything you do. Qigong is similar to ...

Qi Gong (Chinese Yoga) Clears the Lymphatic System

aikihealingqigong@yahoo.com — Fri, 6 Aug 2010 3:55:31 pm

Often times, the stress of life and exposure to toxins in the environment can stress our lymphatic system. In Chinese medicine, the lymphatic is most closely associated with the triple heaters or triple burners, which can be thought of as an irrigation system of energy that disperses qi to ...

Qi Gong (Chinese Yoga) Clears Dampness and Stuck Energy

aikihealingqigong@yahoo.com — Fri, 6 Aug 2010 3:55:32 pm

Chinese yoga or qi gong (pronounced chi kung), is a powerful way to release the dampness and heat that summer time brings. Dampness and heat are states that can lead to health issues such as excessive weight, chronic fatigue, aggravation of inflammatory conditions, depression, anxiety, and ...

Fear of Inheriting or Being Exposed to Disease: How to Find Courage and The Best Healer Within.

nevarco@aol.com — Thu, 8 Jul 2010 3:44:10 pm

"Why It Can Take a Year to Get a Mammogram in the U.S" originally located at: http://www.alternet.org/module/printversion/108717 is scary to me in a different way than it is intended to be. It talks about the complicated Western medicine model that has patients get misdiagnosed often enough ...

Strength that Comes not from Muscularity, but Tendon Power and Virtue.

nevarco@aol.com — Fri, 28 May 2010 11:59:53 am

An article from Rodale Press which was copied to a Yahoo Group I subscribe to, is available for you to read via the following link: http://www.rodale.com/doing-good-deeds?cm_mmc=DailyNewsNL-_-2010_05_12-_-Top5-_-NA - Please read it and then follow my response about its conclusion. The ...

A series on breathing techniques to help you relax

kathy.levac@relaxedandalert.com — Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:00 am

How Do You Breathe? Put your hand on your chest and a hand on your belly. Take a deep breath. Which hand moves more? The top hand or the bottom hand? When we are born we are belly breathers. Watch a baby breathe and you will see that his whole body moves, butespecially his belly. In ...

Qigong And Leukemia

tantricqigong@aol.com — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:48:08 pm

Qigong has proven an effective treatment for inhibiting or destroying leukemia cells in mice and certain other types of human cancer cells. The studies here fall into two broad classes: in vitro and in vivo studies. Typically, the in-vitro studies involved randomly dividing the ...

Introduction to Qigong Breathing - Part Two

roadsterdriver@yahoo.com — Fri, 8 Jan 2010 5:59:00 am

In part one we talked about the body mechanics involved in breathing. In this article we will talk about a subtler energetic aspect of qigong breathing. This is the part of your practice that makes qigong different from other physical exercises. Mindfulness. There is a saying in Chinese, "Yo yi ...

Introduction to Qigong Breathing - Part One

roadsterdriver@yahoo.com — Fri, 8 Jan 2010 5:56:00 am

The Chinese character for qi is the same as the character used for breath. When we breathe air we are breathing qi. In English when we breathe in, we inspire or "take in the spirit." Many ancient health practices focus on breathing. It is how we sustain life from minute to minute. It continues ...

Are You Too Stressed? Try an Ancient Method to Relax and Revitalize!

roadsterdriver@yahoo.com — Fri, 8 Jan 2010 5:53:00 am

In as few as five minutes you can reduce your stress with an ancient method of relaxation called qigong (pronounced chee gong). Qigong has been practiced in China for thousands of years. Early practitioners found it to be useful for many different health problems. They also used it to increase ...

Acupuncture & Weight Loss: There's more to it than counting calories!

jeremycornish.lac@gmail.com — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 9:53:00 pm

Have you been having trouble losing weight? Many people begin a diet and exercise program, but then lose their motivation or willpower when they plateau. If you feel like you need help achieving your weight loss goals, or you just can’t get through your plateau, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal ...

Practical Energy Skills - Secrets of Building Thought Forms

mfbookproject@yahoo.co.uk — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 4:12:20 am

Do you know this easy way to build your own thought forms? Read on and discover how to use this very useful energy discipline today. Energy can be built up and condensed into semi-permanent blobs of life force. These blobs of energy are generally referred to as thought forms, because they're ...

Tantric Qigong, Taiji, Multiple Sclerosis and the Immune System

tantricqigong@aol.com — Mon, 7 Dec 2009 2:54:07 pm

Tantric Qigong, Taiji, Multiple Sclerosis and the Immune System Multiple Sclerosis is a condition where one’s immune system dysfunctionally attacks the fatty sheath that insulates nerves. Just like an electrical wire that has been stripped of its insulation, one’s nerves start to short out. ...

Tantric Qigong, Mindfulness, and Flow

tantricqigong@aol.com — Mon, 7 Dec 2009 2:52:27 pm

Tantric Qigong, Mindfulness, and Flow Mindfulness, which is often thought of as a Buddhist concept, is really about being Present. Presencing is one form of self-inquiry (which can be done as a meditation or as coaching) as is Tantric Qigong. These art forms are about getting out of your ...

How to learn Qui Gong in three steps

info@phuket-meditation.com — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:10:00 am

First of all - Nice to meet you and thank you for reading this article. I hope it may help you to deepen your understanding of a healthy Quigong practice. That`s what this article is for. It won`t give you an introduction to a certain technique but instead it will help you approaching every ...

Scientific Explanation of Chi Kung No. 10 - The Subtle Difference Between Tai Chi and Chi Kung

JLee1680@aol.com — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 2:10:27 pm

People with breathing problem should practice with Tai Chi, to start with, is recommended rather than with Chi Kung. Tai Chi is a form of Chi Kung, but Chi Kung is not necessary Tai Chi. However, they both have something in common, the slow movements and deep breathing. Tai Chi has more ...

Qigong, Immunity, and Influenza

tantricqigong@aol.com — Wed, 4 Nov 2009 5:51:00 pm

Qigong, Immunity, and Influenza With debate raging over the efficacy and side effects of the H1N1 flu vaccine, which contains mercury (as thimerosal) and may contain other adjuvants, perhaps it is appropriate to consider carefully some natural alternatives to increase one's immune response. ...

Beat the Flu: Nutrition to Increase Your Immune Response

tantricqigong@aol.com — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 1:21:00 pm

Nutrition to Increase Your Immune Response Garlic Fresh garlic contains allicin, a sulfur-bearing substance that acts as a natural antibiotic in addition to being a potent antioxidant. You can use garlic in cooked vegetables, sauces, soups, and stews. The trick is not to cook the garlic, ...

Starting a Tai Chi practice

russell@nwfighting.com — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 3:01:00 pm

Hello All, It's great to see people picking up Tai Chi. I love the art and have practiced it for many years. However, Tai Chi is a deep practice and it can be easy for one to get lost in the beginning. I was thinking of what I'd tell myself if I could go back to when I started. Find a ...

How does Tantric Qigong™ work?

tantricqigong@aol.com — Sat, 5 Sep 2009 2:31:33 pm

How does Tantric Qigong™ work? It can be said that Qigong works by uniting heavenly and earthly energies. While Western science does not yet have a full explanation of how Qigong does this, it most likely that it works by amplifying your personal Chi (Qi, life force, vitality, Ki) by drawing ...

Qigong & Fibromyalgia

tantricqigong@aol.com — Sat, 5 Sep 2009 2:26:28 pm

Fibromyalgia is a rheumatologic disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain that leaves those afflicted with fatigue, painful ‘tender points,’ morning stiffness, and difficulties with sleep and the performance of routine activities of daily life. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition ...

The ONLY Illness There Is...

marcus@qigong15.com — Tue, 1 Sep 2009 6:03:00 am

The Only Illness There Is By Marcus Santer I’d like you to join me on a journey of understanding. The result of this journey will be a new understanding on what health is, how it works and why in theory there is no such thing as an incurable illness. By the end of the journey you will ...

Unwinding Your Core Through Abdominal Chi Massage

beawell@gmail.com — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 3:39:05 pm

We hear a lot today about strengthening our core, moving from our core, or our center. What does this really mean? What is our “core” anyway? Simply put, it is the center of gravity in our body located in our abdomen in the area from the navel to the pubic bone. Our core is a very integral ...

For a Thoughtful Connoisseur of Healing and Developmental Arts

nevarco@aol.com — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 1:04:00 pm

Do you follow the most popular trend of self-development? Do you switch from one popular teacher to another and never commit to one system? Majority religions, healing systems and such always receive more 'press' than those which are more hidden by virtue of their own choice or due to not ...

Natural Stance

academy@qidao.org — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 1:03:04 pm

Natural Stance, as the name implies, is the simplest way to stand naturally. A naturally balanced human body responds to the challenge of gravity by bringing itself to a stable position using its bone structure to support its weight and prevent falling. The vertical alignment of the ...

Scientific Explanation of Chi Kung No. 9 - Optimize Your Immune System With Chi Kung

JLee1680@aol.com — Sun, 9 Aug 2009 8:46:03 pm

Nature only allows a maximum number of white blood cells in the Immune system; and this number must be maintained in order to be effective. A strong Immune System is not determined by how active the Immune System is; but by the amount of normal white blood cells present. The maximum number of ...

The Old Myth About Chi

JLee1680@aol.com — Sat, 8 Aug 2009 5:11:09 pm

The Old Myth About Chi The ancients once thought that 'Chi' was the primal essence that compose all matters of the universe. In traditional Chinese medicine(TCM), 'Chi' was defined as the function of the human body organs. Chi flow was considered that the functional activities of the organs ...

Getting Outside: Seasonal Practice and the Martial Arts

taichiteacher@comcast.net — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 4:16:12 pm

Many times this is the slow time of the year for regular martial arts classes, people are on vacation or attending summertime events, but it is also a really good time to change up your training and get outside. While there are certain things that can be only practiced inside under controlled ...

Do We Cause Our Own Diseases?

rcellal@sbcglobal.net — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 9:44:45 am

The idea that we cause our own diseases comes from ancient societies that didn’t have any knowledge of bacteria, viruses, and genetics or of the dangerous effects of chemical and radiation pollution and poor diet. In ancient times, people thought that repressed or negative feelings could cause ...

Abdominal Breathing: Fire Up Your Immune System

rcellal@sbcglobal.net — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 9:12:56 am

You’re in a convenience store, examining a can of Spam in one of the aisles. Suddenly a hooded man bursts through the door, pulls out a .45, and waves it in the cashier’s face demanding the contents of the cash register. You begin breathing shallowly, from the chest, as fear for you own life ...

Qigong for Health and Longevity

olqg@hotmail.com — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 3:28:00 am

The ancient practice of Qigong may be the modern day answer to much of what ails our present day society. Developed in Asia thousands of years ago, it is still practiced today by millions around the globe. This unique and simple spiritual practice is quickly gaining in popularity. Prominent ...

Unlocking the Chains Around the Mind

joann@qiheals.com — Mon, 8 Jun 2009 12:03:22 pm

Turning the corner to enter grounds of the Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville, Oregon (CCCF), I had the most intense urge to sob, tears came up and I had to pull over and stop the car wondering what on earth was going on. I was happy to be going to an interview with the chaplain ...

Yin & Yang in the Qi Dao Movement Practices

academy@qidao.org — Sat, 9 May 2009 10:44:22 am

When learning the basic Qi Dao movements, you will learn to use both hands, one performing the primary movement and the other performing the secondary movement. Qi Dao respects the philosophical principles of Yin and Yang common in Oriental schools of thought, which oppose as well as complement ...

What is Qigong?

tantricqigong@aol.com — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 5:07:01 am

Qigong (Qi Gong, Chi gong, or Chi Kung, ) is a system of Taoist exercise and meditation developed at least 4000 years ago in China. The word "qigong" perhaps can be best translated as "energy mastery." It is a method of balancing mind, body, emotions, and spirit through a series of external and ...

How to Relax Your Heart Rate Using Qigong

randolph@healingmindn.com — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:18:39 pm

Controlling the autonomic responses like heart rate is quite familiar to practitioners of Qigong.The difference between Qigong meditation and other types is that we utilise different kinds of "body breathing" techniques through the flesh and bones, especially when we induce proper "Qi" flow or ...

Are You Suffering From "Chi Tolerance"?

info@cloudwater.com — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 4:10:12 am

Have your feelings of chi from Tai Chi or Qigong diminished over time? Are you feeling chi less intensely now than when you started learning? Students often find that their first lessons in Tai Chi and Qigong bring strong sensations of chi. But over time, these sensations diminish or even ...

"Little Old Man" Tai Chi - How to Deal With Pain and Injuries in Your Practice

info@cloudwater.com — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 4:00:38 am

Do you have pain or injuries that prevent you from progressing in Tai Chi and Qigong? Are injuries stopping you from getting benefits from your practice? Recently, Matthew, one of our ChiFusion students, and I had a discussion our ChiFusion Tai Chi Support Forum. Matthew has had previous knee ...

Does Your Tai Chi Work? Three Important Signs That Your Practice is Bringing You Benefits!

info@cloudwater.com — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 3:47:15 am

While some people practice Tai Chi and Qigong just for the fun of it, most of us practice with a purpose in mind. We may want to improve our health, or relieve stress, or become more fit. We may want to recover from an illness or disease, or become more balanced and flexible, or just to bring ...

What is Qigong?

tantricqigong@aol.com — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 3:20:37 am

Qigong for Drug Addiction

tantricqigong@aol.com — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 4:08:04 pm

Let’s face it, the United States is a drug culture. 14 million Americans use substances such as marijuana, PCP, and cocaine. 104 million Americans drink alcohol, and 65.5 million use tobacco.* Almost everyone will be afforded the opportunity to use pharmaceutical drugs, many of which also have ...

What would you ask a Qigong master?

academy@qidao.org — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 4:37:00 pm

As I am interviewing the top Qigong experts in North America for my Radio talk show The Secrets of Qigong Masters, I would love to be able to ask them the questions that you would ask them if you had a chance to. The caliber of the recent guests on the show is very high: Michael Winn, Jim ...

Stressful Times Need A Stress-Busting Remedy

shawskarate@856karate.com — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 12:45:12 pm

No matter where you live in the world, there is plenty to get stressed out about. For example, the Nikkei, DAX, FTSE and Dow have constantly been like a roller-coaster ride. One day the markets are up. The next day it’s crash and burn time. People are unemployed in record amounts. Others are ...

Qigong and the Ageless Woman

agentofvalue1@selfgrowth.com — Mon, 2 Mar 2009 12:14:28 pm

The Chinese have studied ways of creating and maintaining healthful longevity for thousands of years. One of the jewels coming out of this quest for everlasting youth is the gentle, life-enhancing exercise practice of Qigong (pronounced chee-GUNG). Commonly known as Chinese yoga and Feng Shui ...

Relieve Stress Magically with Passive Qigong

agentofvalue1@selfgrowth.com — Mon, 2 Mar 2009 11:41:32 am

What is Qigong? Have you heard of Qigong? Many people haven’t, but you may be surprised to learn that over eighty million people not only have heard of it, but actively practice it each day! Originally from China, but now practiced the world over, Qigong helps its practitioners improve their ...

Golden Rules of 3 and Shaolin Qigong

marcus@qigong15.com — Mon, 2 Mar 2009 6:13:30 am

3 Core Skills of high level Chi Kung * Chi kung state of mind * Flowing Breeze Swaying Willows (energy flow) * Standing Meditation There is a big difference between Qigong form and Qigong. There are 3 core skills essential for the practise of Chi Kung, regardless of which school ...

Qigong State and the State of Your Health

academy@qidao.org — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 3:08:38 pm

Most health professionals agree that patients heal when they are ready to heal. An energy healing modality promoting facilitating self-healing deserves some serious attention at this day and age. Thousands of years ago, Qigong formed the foundation of Oriental medicine and needs to be regarded ...

Maitreya Shen Gong

qi-healer@qiwithoutborders.org — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 5:23:04 am

Maitreya Shen Gong is a powerful empowerment initiation Qigong form to experience enlightenment - realization of Buddha Nature (natural mind) - founded, developed and rendered by Qigong Master Ricardo B Serrano, who was inspired and gifted by Buddha Maitreya, the embodiment of loving-kindness, ...

Achieve Balance, Contentment, and Harmony through Managing Your Chi

agentofvalue3@selfgrowth.com — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 2:56:37 pm

There are 100 other ways to improve your life in this book. We all have our own needs and aspirations and will be drawn to those chapters we feel most relevant and appropriate for us. I hope this is one of them, for whether you are looking for new skills, ideas, and perspectives or are seeking ...

Less Better, understanding Tai Chi Chuan

david@rabboar.com — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 3:44:41 am

There are 2 major categories that 'thangs' fall under, 'more better' and 'less better'. The majority of the world falls under (1) 'more better', you want to go faster, you put a bigger motor in your car, 1 aspirin does not make your headache go way, take 2, if you want to learn MA, get bigger ...