QiGongOz

It all starts with energy, that mysterious, invisible but measurable force that is omnipresent and flows through all of life. This writer, this community, this world, this universe, are all alive with and because of energy.

The Chinese have recognised the existence of energy as a separate entity in the human body for over 2000 years and it forms the basis of their holistic approach to the prevention and cure of medical conditions. They believe that while energy is present in all parts of our bodies there are also major flows of energy within the body known as meridians and provide the “map” [Read More...]

I love qi gong! It uplifts me, it connects me, it keeps me flexible, it energises me, it helps my balance.  It is also my sacred space wherever I am. It brings me peace.

Qi Gong is a Mandarin Chinese term that literally means “energy work”. The pronunciation is easier understood in the West by using the Wade-Giles spelling of Chi Kung. The term covers a broad field of activities from a group of simple exercises, called forms or styles, to part of meditative practices in Taoism, to martial arts training, and to the prevention and treatment of all manner of ailments.

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What qigong does for my body, meditation does for my mind.

Meditation calms the racing energy of my mind and gets it flowing in a single focussed stream. With regular practice of meditation I am able to get some control over the “monkey mind” that challenges us all, where the mind flits from thought to thought constantly, incessantly.  It has often been said meditation is the simplest and yet the most difficult thing to do.

After all, how hard can it be to simply sit and focus on your own breathing?

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