Qigong: what it is
Movement, breath and awareness for a healthier, more harmonious life.
An ancient practice for today's well-being
Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that combines movement, meditation and breath control to cultivate and balance the body's vital energy, known as qi.
The term "qi" (equivalent to the Indian prana) refers to the life force, the energy that flows through the body and is vital for maintaining health and well-being and for developing human potential.
What Qigong includes
Qigong encompasses a wide range of exercises and techniques that enhance the flow of qi and promote harmony between mind, body and spirit. These practices include:
- Gentle movementsTo balance the body and improve the circulation of qi.
- Breath controlTo calm the mind and increase vital energy.
- MeditationTo develop awareness and reduce stress.
- Mind activitiesTo cultivate presence, concentration and serenity.
The goal of Qigong
The primary goal of practising Qigong is to cultivate and balance the body's qi, promoting health, vitality and a sense of overall well-being. When the qi flows smoothly and harmoniously through the body, it supports physical, mental and emotional health, while imbalances or blockages in the qi can lead to illness, stress and other health issues.
“When body, breath and mind are in harmony, qi flows freely and life becomes fuller.”
A long tradition, a practice for life
Qigong has a long history in Chinese culture and is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, philosophy and martial arts. It has been practised for thousands of years and has various styles and schools, each with its own set of exercises and theories. Qigong is commonly used as a self-healing practice, a way to maintain health and prevent illness, and as a complement to medical treatments in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Beyond these purposes of general wellness, Qigong is a powerful way to develop the potential of each person, including spiritual development.
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