Qigong Theory

Qì Fields (part 2) – Qi, Space and Information
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Qì Fields (part 2) – Qi, Space and Information

Following on from the ideas presented in Qì Field (part 1), the second factor that has helped me to come to terms with the idea of the qì Field in practical and accessible ways is the model of: Qì, Space and Information The model of Qì, Space and Information is not always well received, so…

Detachment
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Detachment

Having recently returned from retreat, I find myself reflecting on the nature of detachment. I guess the burning question in my mind is: At what point does an individual’s ability to stay centred and calm tip over into self indulgence and, ultimately, a detached state? As with so many things, there seems to be a…

A mantra of laziness? Thoughts on wú wéi (无为)
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A mantra of laziness? Thoughts on wú wéi (无为)

There are some things that are better learned through application and experience than through discussion and research. To me, wú wéi is one of those things. Often translated as non-action, the concept feels somewhat at odds with the busy modern society that we inhabit. In many ways it is the antithesis of modern day life,…

The 8 Phrases (八句口诀 or bā jù kǒu jué)
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The 8 Phrases (八句口诀 or bā jù kǒu jué)

Chinese poetry is not something I am particularly conversant with, but at the core of Zhineng Qigong is a poem known as the 8 Phrases and it has fascinated me for years.  As with all great poetry, the 8 Phrases continues to unfold and provide greater levels of insight the more you work with it,…

The 16 Characters of Zhineng Qigong
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The 16 Characters of Zhineng Qigong

Sometimes, we find a gem within a familiar practice. It’s not that the gem has been disguised or concealed, it’s more to do with experiencing things from a slightly different perspective. The clarity that I have experienced through the perspective of the 16 character of Zhineng Qigong has unearthed many of these gems for me,…

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