Principals of the Five Element
Within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Five Element theory, referred to as Wu Xing, functions as a foundational framework through which medicine, human physiology, and the natural environment are understood and connected. It is why I love qigong! It connects those areas, which for most of us is a personal zone, to the parts of ourselves we sometimes forget. The Five Elements correspond with internal organs, tastes, emotions, and sense organs. I believe that is why people live a long time. It’s like floating in the ocean, the roll of the waves however large or small are sometimes welcome, sometimes a surprise. I like the idea of a track, which is what I consider this framework. I had a suspicion that this would be a boring lifestyle but once you get into it. It’s a rabbit hole!
Principals of Qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles, this method entails utilizing exercises to harmonize energy throughout the body, mind, and spirit, aiming to enhance and sustain overall health and wellness. The majority of qigong practices originated from Daoist traditions with a focus on nurturing personal well-being. These slow and gentle movements are thought to invigorate tendons, ligaments, and muscles, as well as stimulate joint mobility and facilitate the circulation of bodily fluids such as blood, synovial fluid, and lymph. The list is amazing.
Yin Yang Theory
In Chinese medicine, there’s a holistic perspective where every component contributes to the whole. Yin and Yang philosophy revolves around comprehending one aspect in relation to another. Every entity possesses a balance of Yin and Yang energies within it.