Daoist Internal Alchemy (内丹, Nèi Dān) refers to a systematic method of cultivation where individuals harness their innate Jing (精 jīng), Qi (气 qì), and…
Welcome back to the second part of our in-depth guide on Bigu, the Chinese energy fasting. If you missed the first part, we encourage you…
Introduction: The Importance of Jing, Qi, and Shen in Chinese Traditions and Internal Alchemy Jing, Qi, and Shen are not just theoretical constructs but essential…
Part One: What is Bigu and What Are Its Types? Introduction to Bigu: An Ancient Chinese Practice In the world of Chinese Daoist traditions, Bigu…
Defining Neigong and Neidan: Unraveling the Dichotomy Neigong, synonymous with Martial Arts Qigong, is a distinctive blend of Qigong and martial arts, starkly different from…
The Three Treasures: Jing (精), Qi (气), and Shen (神) Among the Three Treasures, Jing is the foundation of life, Qi is its driving force,…
Yin and Yang are interdependent – one cannot exist without the other, and each grows in relation to the other. Additionally, Yang contains Yin and…
According to traditional Chinese medicine, one of the keys to good health is a balanced flow of Qi through the body’s meridians. Qi is the…
The term Qigong is derived from the Chinese words “气” meaning life-force, and “功” meaning work or skill. However, a more accurate name for this…