As we approach the winter holiday season, my posts may become shorter and less frequent. Everyone gets so busy in a happy way. I will just be reminding you to keep up with your practice so that you can truly enjoy time with family and friends. Master Liu says "push down the seven emotions before they push you down". Remember, even a few minutes a day of qigong will help!
Our schedule will be as follows: no class November 21, 28 and December 5. We will be back in class on December 12 and 19. We can decide if anyone is interested in December 26 and let everyone know.
The plans for a new class starting in January are coming together, as well as for a retreat in February. We will continue to have our Wednesday class for Renewal Qigong at 10:00AM. I have decided to combine the two new forms into one day, as they are somewhat similar to what we are already doing, just a bit more advanced. The new class will be Eight Treasures and One Thousand Hands Buddha and will meet on Mondays at 10:00AM, beginning January 7, 2013.
The other new event will be a monthly Qigong Demo Day (free) for anyone interested. I encourage you to invite your friends and also attend yourself - it will be an extra practice for you, at no cost. It really helps people if they see other folks practicing. The first Qigong Demo Day will be Saturday, January 5, 2013 at our regular classroom.
Hope to see you all as often as you can make it during the holidays. Peace to all.
"Drink your tea slowly and reverently, as if it is the axis on which the world earth revolves - slowly, evenly, without rushing toward the future. Live the actual moment. Only this moment is life."
~Thic Nhat Hanh
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Monday, November 5, 2012
Qigong News and Links
This week we want to answer some questions and give information. Many are requesting more classes and retreats, as well as some resources to view qigong forms that we practice.
Renewal Qigong will continue on Wednesdays at 10:00AM. That time seems to work for most of us.
By popular vote, we will add more qigong classes on Mondays and Fridays at 10:00AM, beginning in January. These classes will teach two forms from the Liu family: One Thousand Hands Buddha and Eight Treasures. Students will have the option to purchase books for these two forms at $15.00 each.
No dates yet on our first retreat as we are still gathering information and making decisions that will make it possible for the most people to attend. We are hoping to offer a Women's Retreat during January or February. The form will be Jade Woman and it is truly a treasure given to us by Master Liu He. See the links below to learn more about this form.
We don't have the website up and running yet, but it is in the works. And, by request from many of you, there will soon be a Renewal Qigong DVD to assist you in your daily practice. We will tell you more on that as it progresses.
Another addition will be a monthly Qigong Demo Day to offer the general public a chance to experience qigong. This will be held on Saturday at no cost . We are still looking at the calendar to determine which Saturday, but it will likely be the first Saturday of each month (for simplicity). We will publicize this in the Idaho State Journal community calendar. It would be so great if many of you could attend each time, as it would add so much for the newcomers to see you practice.
Along with more classes, we are looking into the possibility of adding an option to pay a flat monthly rate and attend as many classes as you like. This will help keep the cost affordable for you, especially as more classes are offered.
The links below are explained and will assist you in refining your form during your daily practice and introduce you to other forms and learning opportunities. Check them out and give us your feedback. As always, your participation in Qigong classes is appreciated so much! Each of you contributes a valuable part to the whole experience.
LINKS:
www.vmeo.com/69w48511 this is our standing form in Renewal Qigong, Shibashi 18 Taiji Qigong, as demonstrated by Mark Peters of England. He has a wonderful energy and is very calm and reassuring as he leads a group of students that are recovering cardiac patients.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGS7x862Mn4 is the seated form, Fragrant Buddha, that we practice in Renewal Qigong. This person gives a beautiful rendition of this form, with written prompts on the screen for you to follow.
www.linggui.org is the website for the school I attended (Portland and Seattle). You can learn more about my teachers and their wonderful school and you might even want to take a workshop from them They offer public workshops as well as certification programs.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_cpYTtMSe8 is a 7 minute introduction to Jade Woman by Master Liu He. It does not show the entire form, but is so beautiful you will watch it over and over. And, once you are on YouTube at this video, you can click on "linguiqigong" and view all the videos from Ling Gui. Worth it!
Save these links to your Favorites and review them whenever you feel you need a little boost between classes. See you Wednesday at Renewal Qigong!
"I have just three things to teach:
Simplicity
Patience
Compassion
These are your greatest treasures."
~Lao Tzu
Renewal Qigong will continue on Wednesdays at 10:00AM. That time seems to work for most of us.
By popular vote, we will add more qigong classes on Mondays and Fridays at 10:00AM, beginning in January. These classes will teach two forms from the Liu family: One Thousand Hands Buddha and Eight Treasures. Students will have the option to purchase books for these two forms at $15.00 each.
No dates yet on our first retreat as we are still gathering information and making decisions that will make it possible for the most people to attend. We are hoping to offer a Women's Retreat during January or February. The form will be Jade Woman and it is truly a treasure given to us by Master Liu He. See the links below to learn more about this form.
We don't have the website up and running yet, but it is in the works. And, by request from many of you, there will soon be a Renewal Qigong DVD to assist you in your daily practice. We will tell you more on that as it progresses.
Another addition will be a monthly Qigong Demo Day to offer the general public a chance to experience qigong. This will be held on Saturday at no cost . We are still looking at the calendar to determine which Saturday, but it will likely be the first Saturday of each month (for simplicity). We will publicize this in the Idaho State Journal community calendar. It would be so great if many of you could attend each time, as it would add so much for the newcomers to see you practice.
Along with more classes, we are looking into the possibility of adding an option to pay a flat monthly rate and attend as many classes as you like. This will help keep the cost affordable for you, especially as more classes are offered.
The links below are explained and will assist you in refining your form during your daily practice and introduce you to other forms and learning opportunities. Check them out and give us your feedback. As always, your participation in Qigong classes is appreciated so much! Each of you contributes a valuable part to the whole experience.
LINKS:
www.vmeo.com/69w48511 this is our standing form in Renewal Qigong, Shibashi 18 Taiji Qigong, as demonstrated by Mark Peters of England. He has a wonderful energy and is very calm and reassuring as he leads a group of students that are recovering cardiac patients.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGS7x862Mn4 is the seated form, Fragrant Buddha, that we practice in Renewal Qigong. This person gives a beautiful rendition of this form, with written prompts on the screen for you to follow.
www.linggui.org is the website for the school I attended (Portland and Seattle). You can learn more about my teachers and their wonderful school and you might even want to take a workshop from them They offer public workshops as well as certification programs.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_cpYTtMSe8 is a 7 minute introduction to Jade Woman by Master Liu He. It does not show the entire form, but is so beautiful you will watch it over and over. And, once you are on YouTube at this video, you can click on "linguiqigong" and view all the videos from Ling Gui. Worth it!
Save these links to your Favorites and review them whenever you feel you need a little boost between classes. See you Wednesday at Renewal Qigong!
"I have just three things to teach:
Simplicity
Patience
Compassion
These are your greatest treasures."
~Lao Tzu
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Yang Qi Welcomes Yin Qi
As autumn turns to winter here in southeast Idaho, we want to make sure that we are in harmony with the seasons and protecting our qi. Master Liu He shares her wisdom on Taoist nutrition and health to keep our immune systems and protective wei qi at their best during the colder seasons:
3. Reduce the amount of your sexual activity. Excessive sexual activity drains your Kidney Yin Qi.
Autumn: Yang Qi
Welcomes Yin Qi
Autumn is the time when Yin Qi begins to control the Yang Qi. This is the best time to turn your focus inward and nourish your Yin Qi.
The weather becomes drier, effecting our lungs moisture and drains out our Yin Qi. If you currently experience dry mouth, dry skin, itching skin, bloody nose, constipation, and start to catch cold easily, this means your in debt of Yin Qi.
How do you preserve and nourish your Yin Qi, in order to support your Wei Qi (Defensive Qi) at this time?
The weather becomes drier, effecting our lungs moisture and drains out our Yin Qi. If you currently experience dry mouth, dry skin, itching skin, bloody nose, constipation, and start to catch cold easily, this means your in debt of Yin Qi.
How do you preserve and nourish your Yin Qi, in order to support your Wei Qi (Defensive Qi) at this time?
1. Go to bed earlier, no later than 9:30pm.
2. Do not excessively sweat. Excessive sweating (via overexertion, sports, sauna, or hot tub) can drain your Yin Qi.
3. Reduce the amount of your sexual activity. Excessive sexual activity drains your Kidney Yin Qi.
4. Drink one cup of warm water when you first wake up on an empty stomach. This will help humidify your Lungs and move the Large Intestines Qi.
5. Before bed, eat 2-3 slices of cooked or uncooked daikon radish and/or pear. These two foods nourish the Yin Qi of the body and the Lungs.
6. Calm the mind and spirit. Avoid starting big projects, overworking can drain your Qi. This is great time to add Qigong into your daily life.
with healing Qi,
with healing Qi,
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Welcome to our blog. This is the home of Five Elements Wellness, where we help you learn how to
Relax - Restore - Renew
Our goal is to assist you in learning some proven techniques to relax through our Renewal Qigong classes and develop a daily practice to suit your needs. Qigong is simple, yet profound. It is ancient and yet very timely in our busy world. Practicing the art of qigong will help you relax, it will restore your health and well-being, and it will renew your enjoyment of life. What could be better?
Well, perhaps the occasional session of reflexology or full body massage to complement your new-found awareness of your own power to heal your body. We like to help you to remember what it feels like to be well, to be relaxed, and that YOU can create this for yourself.
Our qigong classes are held at James Barrett Pilates on the lower level of Kinport Junction, 815 So 1st Ave, Pocatello, Idaho. The qigong that we love to teach is perfect for beginners or those who have previously practiced. It is easy to adapt to any special needs that you require for your body's comfort. We teach a little theory to help you understand why we do things a certain way. It makes sense that if you understand it, your learning will be more complete. Instead of learning rigid forms, you will learn to feel it and love it.
We offer weekly classes at a very affordable tuition, and the first class is always free so that you can experience qigong and decide if it is for you. We also offer workshops and retreats as well as nutritional coaching in plant-based eating, cooking and shopping.
Reflexology and massage is also available at this location. We can come to your home for private sessions if you prefer and also for private qigong instruction and nutritional coaching.
Please call for the answers to any questions you may have and to learn the times and days of our current offerings.
Sherril Twitchell, LMT
Healing Qigong Teacher
sdtwitchell@gmail.com
541.292.9063
Relax - Restore - Renew
Our goal is to assist you in learning some proven techniques to relax through our Renewal Qigong classes and develop a daily practice to suit your needs. Qigong is simple, yet profound. It is ancient and yet very timely in our busy world. Practicing the art of qigong will help you relax, it will restore your health and well-being, and it will renew your enjoyment of life. What could be better?
Well, perhaps the occasional session of reflexology or full body massage to complement your new-found awareness of your own power to heal your body. We like to help you to remember what it feels like to be well, to be relaxed, and that YOU can create this for yourself.
Our qigong classes are held at James Barrett Pilates on the lower level of Kinport Junction, 815 So 1st Ave, Pocatello, Idaho. The qigong that we love to teach is perfect for beginners or those who have previously practiced. It is easy to adapt to any special needs that you require for your body's comfort. We teach a little theory to help you understand why we do things a certain way. It makes sense that if you understand it, your learning will be more complete. Instead of learning rigid forms, you will learn to feel it and love it.
We offer weekly classes at a very affordable tuition, and the first class is always free so that you can experience qigong and decide if it is for you. We also offer workshops and retreats as well as nutritional coaching in plant-based eating, cooking and shopping.
Reflexology and massage is also available at this location. We can come to your home for private sessions if you prefer and also for private qigong instruction and nutritional coaching.
Please call for the answers to any questions you may have and to learn the times and days of our current offerings.
Sherril Twitchell, LMT
Healing Qigong Teacher
sdtwitchell@gmail.com
541.292.9063
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