In the realm of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the concept of Qi (pronounced “chee”) holds great significance. Qi represents the vital life force that flows within our bodies, maintaining our health and well-being. The kidneys, in particular, play a crucial role in nourishing and storing Qi. During the winter season, when the energy of the environment turns inward and becomes colder, it is essential to support and strengthen our kidney Qi. In this article, we will explore the practice of Qigong exercises, which can help cultivate strong kidney Qi, promoting overall health and vitality during the winter months.
Read MoreAs the seasons change we see lots of clients and our wider community reaching out for support with their immune health for themselves and their family. From the common cold to flus, we see it all!
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Guigen Qigong is a form of Qigong which we have been practicing in our Qigong classes, that combines physical movements, breathing techniques, and meditation to promote health and wellness. Guigen Qigong was developed by Professor Xu Hongtao, a Qigong master and researcher at Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, in the early 1990s.
Read MoreQi (pronounced as “chee”) is an essential concept in the practice of Qigong, a Chinese healing modality that has been practiced for thousands of years. Qigong is based on the belief that the body is a complex system of energy channels and that the flow of energy (Qi) is vital to our health and well-being. In this article, we will explore the concept of Qi in Qigong and its importance in the practice of this ancient art.
Read MoreOur wonderful Jiwamu therapist, Cassie, has recorded a beautiful mindfulness meditation
for our GHE community. You may find a sense of calm and mindfulness in reading the script quietly to yourself or click here and listen to the audio recording of the guided meditation in full.
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Read More‘I’ve been told I have IBS and there isn’t anything I can do about it’. This is a common story for many IBS sufferers, the belief that the horrible symptoms they experience are something they just need to accept and live with.
Read MoreA classic side effect of a stressful day or event is that come bedtime, you’re battling with a mind that simply won’t turn off to fall asleep or that wakes you multiple times throughout the night.
If this has been you, staring at the ceiling wishing desperately that you were asleep, you know firsthand the negative impact stress can have on sleep. So, what’s happening on a biological level to cause this situation? And what stress-reducing options are available to start remedying it? First, let’s take a look at how your sleeping pattern normally works when not adversely affected by stress…
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