Qigong is based on traditional Chinese medicine and the theoretical focus of both is Qi. This is a very different paradigm from that of Western thinking and the explanation of how Qigong works requires some background.
How Qigong Works
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Janet Brown
North Carolina, USA
Ren Xue has changed my life in both subtle and not so subtle ways. For example, my chronic shoulder and neck pain is gone, I sleep well and wake refreshed, and find I spend more time than ever in a calm and relaxed state. While seemingly small, these changes have dramatically improved my well-being and quality of life. I would love to share the benefits of this wonderful system with you.
The Best Qigong Practices
Which are the best Qigong practices for you? One thing I realized is that you need to consider carefully what you would like to get out of a Qigong practice. Is it better health? A sense of flow? Mental clarity? More relaxation? Once you’ve embarked on your practice, keep track of your progress to see if you are getting the benefits you want. Here is what Yuan Qigong has to offer.
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What is Qi?
What is Qi? Qi is the Animating Force and Material of the Universe. It can be particle, wave, energy or matter and is directed by the information it contains. When someone says, “he has good energy” it’s their experience of that person’s Qi, as energy, that they are...
