Meridian theory is at the heart of qigong, acupuncture, and other forms of Chinese Medicine. It is the common thread between all Chinese healing arts. This ancient theory is robust, sophisticated, and deep. But are the meridians even real? If so, where are they? Naturally, I get questions like this all the time. I’ve already […]
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Do You Need Specific Qigong Exercises for Specific Problems?
Here’s a question I get all the time: What should I practice to get rid of my ______? I see several varieties of this question, like: …my back pain …my anxiety …my migraines …my digestive problems …my insomnia I discuss this question again in today’s Walk & Talk. I say again because I’ve written a […]
How to Practice Qigong All Day Long with One Finger Zen
Some teachers say that you need to practice qigong for hours every day in order to get results. I’m not one of those teachers. I advocate short, high-quality sessions. The fundamental 5-Phase routine that I teach is only 15 minutes long, but it’s powerful medicine. I encourage my students to bookend their day by practicing […]
Should You Keep Your Eyes Open or Closed in Qigong and Tai Chi?
Some teachers will tell you to keep your eyes open during qigong and tai chi practice. Other teachers will tell you to keep your eyes closed. As a student of qigong and/or tai chi, what advice should you follow? Watch this short video and you’ll get a no-nonsense, practical answer that you can start implementing […]
[Update] Life, Instagram, and the Path Ahead
Dear friends, I recently posted a very personal update on my Facebook profile. Since it’s difficult for me to separate my personal and professional lives, I decided to summon up my courage and share this update with all of you as well. I want you to know what’s been happening in my life, and where […]