Category Archives: Qigong

New online qigong course now live!

Posted on August 30, 2012 by admin

My first online qigong course is now live on the internet. The course teaches the foundation practices for good qigong practice including: Meditation and mindfulness Breathing for qigong Beginning posture and stances for qigong Energy awareness The course then goes … Continue reading →

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Qigong for Fibromyalgia

Posted on August 6, 2012 by admin

I came across this recent research on the effect of qigong practice on Fibromyalgia.  While the research was done using a specific set of qigong practices, the principles behind many common qigong sets should give similar results. You can read … Continue reading →

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Cool Video Illustrating Qigong Healing Technique

Posted on May 17, 2012 by admin

Hi everyone I just came across this video which does a great job of illustrating a basic qigong healing technique.  This is simple enough for you to try by yourself at home, yet powerfully effective.  I hope you enjoy it, … Continue reading →

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The ‘Give Freely, Receive Freely’ Experiment

Posted on May 2, 2012 by admin

I have decided to try an experiment, from now on I will be accepting payment by donation for all my clinical work.  There will be no set price, it will be up to the individual to decide how much they … Continue reading →

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Qigong and Creativity

Posted on December 20, 2010 by admin

It seems that many creative types are attracted to qigong, in fact if you are reading this there is a high probability that you are an artist, musician or engaged in some other kind of creative endeavour even if only … Continue reading →

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What is Gong (Kung)?

Posted on May 13, 2010 by admin

‘Gong’ or ‘Kung’ as it is sometimes spelt is a Chinese word often interpreted as ‘skill’; it is also often interpreted as ‘work’ or ‘hard work’.  The relationship between these two interpretations is interesting and insightful.  Skill in the context … Continue reading →

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How to find a good Qigong teacher

Posted on April 19, 2010 by admin

It is important when you are beginning any new activity that requires instruction that you find a teacher with whom you are comfortable, and who can competently help you achieve your goals. Often this will take a little effort, but … Continue reading →

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Qigong Finger Bending Exercises

Posted on April 19, 2010 by admin

‘Qi’, or energy, flows throughout our bodies bringing health and vitality whereever it circulates freely. The major pathways for this flow are called meridians and they extend from the top of our heads to the tips of our toes.There are … Continue reading →

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The Power of Thought

Posted on April 19, 2010 by admin

I read an interesting newspaper article in the herald a little while ago (image included below). It got me thinking about Qigong and how it works in different contexts and applications. The article talks about researchers commercializing a device that … Continue reading →

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Giving it 110% (Why you may be trying too hard)

Posted on April 19, 2010 by admin

How often do you hear the phrase ‘Give it 100%’, or even ‘110%’? Our culture places a lot of emphasis on effort.  We often go about our lives trying very very hard to achieve all manner of goals and objectives.  … Continue reading →

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