How to Use the Bear Qigong for Centering and Inner Strength

The "Five Animal Frolics" of master Hua Tuo may be the most ancient Qigong we know about.

The five animals are the Tiger, Deer, Bear, Monkey, and Eagle.  Because this tradition was lost at one time, there are significant variations between lineages.  Sometimes the Bear represents the winter season, but for us here, it exemplifies the Central Qi of the transition period.

This particular qigong is said to help one navigate the transition between seasons - such as right now as we move from Winter to Spring. 

It does so because all of the movements encourage one to find and move from your CENTER.  As one flows through the Bear exercises, the abdominal organs are massaged, and this benefits the Spleen and Stomach meridians, which are associated with the Earth Element of Chinese medicine - ones inner sense of solidity and support.

Give this 9 minute routine a try and see if it helps you feel stronger, rooted, and stable in the core of your being!