In this, there's a master-key to sustainable practice that I often share in my qigong instructor trainings - by changing up our practice every few months it stays fresh and interesting, and we may even learn new perspectives on disciplines we've been training for many years.
Seasonal practice is also recommended because according to ancient Daoist cosmology, different energies are available in different seasons.
What is the elixir of Wintertime? It's all about concentrating energies deep within. We are recommended to turn our lifestyle toward deep rest and restoration. Our qigong practice can support that turning.
It is a time of deep meditation and concentration. The "Water Element" of Chinese medicine and Daoist meditation symbolizes things congealing and concentrating to the center. Water always seeks the lowest point and thus is considered the most Yin of the elements. The warming energy of the sun is at its lowest point in the wintertime and thus it is considered the most Yin of seasons.
Just like the sun is thought to be reborn on the Winter solstice in traditional views, so too do we give birth to inner light when we go deep into the nurturing darkness of meditative practice.
The Qigong practices included in the Qigong for Deep Winter course are all designed to promote this stillness, quiet, and inner light. I've made this training completely FREE on my Youtube channel and I hope you'll utilize these three, 20 minute sessions consisting of classical qigong sets, and my own interpretations. As always, help me out by "liking", commenting, and even sharing these videos to those who might benefit!
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