Any practice where one focuses on moving energy with their mind, breath or dynamic movement.

Understanding what makes us ill or healthy is the norm for QiGong practitioners.  All we can ask for is to be at a place of choice and have the self love to make healthy decisions - it sounds simple, but it frequently is not.  A QiGong practitioner is not a victim, rather, they train the ability to see the inter-connectedness in all things and take responsibility for their own outcomes.

 

On a more physical level, practicing Qigong or receiving Qigong Healing stimulates the organs, glands, acupuncture points, meridians, brain and much more. Furthermore, volumes have been written on the calming effects meditation has on the mind; the benefits of this can change the way a person views their life for the better.

Tai Chi is often called Tai Chi QiGong.  Tai Chi is simply a moving (dynamic) form of QiGong.

It depends on which kind of QiGong you start with.  Many start with Dynamic (moving) QiGong like Tai Chi or Bagua forms.  As long as they attach the thoughts to each movement, it is QiGong.

If the practitioner starts with seated QiGong, the daily “practice” will be centered around the formula they are mastering at the moment.

QiGong exercises covers all forms of dynamic, standing or seated practices.  The term QiGong Exercises simply refers to a the daily routine an individual adopts as they master each step of their particular QiGong form.

Chi meditation is any thought formula that incorporates a conscious moving, clearing or transformation of energy

Medical QiGong is a burgeoning area for many health practitioners and there are a growing number of educators around the world. Search on line (or by asking friends) for a practitioner that is certified through a respected system or master.  Medical Qigong training, like we find in Master Mantak Chia’s Universal Healing Tao system, requires discipline, years of training, clinical hours and personal dedication.  Look for a teacher who emulates qualities you respect and aspire to attaining.  Medical Qigong requires not only physical shifts and awareness but the emotional as well. Your teacher should be someone that you respect, understand and feel comfortable with.