Student's Corner: Stress and Qigong Practice

A place for Questions, Comments, or Feedback February 2009

Question:
I’m really stressed by all the gloomy news and I’m constantly worried about my job and my family. With so many things in my mind, how can I get in the mood to do Qigong?

Answer:
This is exactly time that you need Qigong the most! We all know stress is the biggest risk factor for many chronic conditions, and on top of that, it also weakens your immune system. In these extremely difficult times, the last thing you could afford is losing your health! Qigong exercise and meditation are shown by scientific research to be very effective in reducing stress. So instead of just being thrown into an emotional rollercoaster, you can proactively reduce the stress with just a few minutes of Qigong. Of course, there are some techniques you can use to get into stillness. One of them is “Dong Zhong Qiu Jing” - seeking stillness in motions. Use some rigorous movements or shaking until you are sweating to get the “jiggles” out. Then sit still for a moment while breathing deeply.  And do let us know how you feel afterwards!

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