Introduction. Early Morning Meditation. An Eight Sectioned Brocade. The Three Circles Posture. Ten Aggrievement Exercises. The Three Lowerings. The Genius of Rubbing. Appendix: Selections from Classical Texts.
How to establish a daily Qigong practice
Richard Bertschinger studied for ten years with the Taoist sage and Master, Gia-fu Feng. A practising acupuncturist, teacher of the healing arts, and translator of ancient Chinese texts, he works and practises in Somerset, England. He is the author of The Secret of Everlasting Life and Yijing, Shamanic Oracle of China also published by Singing Dragon.
This long time practitioner/teacher (over 25 years) has constructed
a simple but excellent guide to basic daily practice that anyone
can embark on.
*Ancient Future blog*
Richard Bertschinger achieves a brightness and levity in the pages
of this volume that reflects his teaching and practice - a
lightness of being that is both mischievous and benevolent, and
authentically Daoist. In retaining the mythic poetry through which
Daoists describe human experience and the wider macrocosm (the
purple dragon of the tongue, the heavenly column of the neck),
Richard remains true to the transformative language of this
treasured tradition that seeks, in his words, to make anew our
experience each day.
*Paul Hougham, author of The Atlas of Mind, Body and Spirit and
past Principal of The College of Traditional Acupuncture, UK*
Everyday Qigong Practice is an excellent introduction for anyone
wishing to improve their health and wellbeing. The book presents
simply and in a conducive spirit, the essence of this empirical art
invented and developed in China. Included are a selection of
traditional and widely practiced Qigong exercise systems, that will
hopefully inspire many people to find a recommended and qualified
teacher of traditional Qigong where they live and safely further
their daily practice.
I can personally attest to the practicality and beauty of these
regimens, that if practised on a regular basis over time will
certainly enrich one's physical, mental and emotional being.
*Sifu Gary Wragg, Chief Instructor and Director of Wu's Tai Chi
Chuan Academy, London UK & Europe, Founder Member and Former
Chairman of the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain*
I have studied qigong with Richard for more than twenty years. His
approach to teaching is so simple and clear it's easy to think
you've discovered the exercise yourself. Yet every session reveals
depths. I would recommend him to everyone.
*Russell, Qigong student*
I have always found any form difficult to follow and so for some
time I ignored Richard's invitation to attend his qigong class.
However Richard has proven himself to be subtly persuasive and
having 'psyched myself up', I found myself in his class one January
morning. I soon found Richard's approach gentle and non-regimental
and that there is room for fun and lightness of self. My fear and
embarrassment dissipated and now I enjoy my practice. I enjoy being
at one with myself, whether practicing in the studio or at home. In
the 18 months since I first began qigong I have found my confidence
and overall well-being improved greatly.
*Wendy, Qigong student*
Richard has managed to condense some very ancient wisdom into these
pages which I found very readable and easy to follow. If these
exercises are followed, the 'Energy of Life' will flow and be
enhanced contributing to a healthier body and mind. I enjoyed the
beautiful Chinese drawings and the poems in the book that help to
make it so appealing.
*Dr Phil Jackson, retired GP*
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