Medical Qigong

"Gratitude brings you toward a state of well-being and productivity which in turn can lead to healing and empowerment on many levels." — REBECCA MCLEAN, founder of Circle of Life Coaching. What are some of the benefits of practicing gratitude? It improves physical health, improves sleep, improves psychological health, enhances self-esteem, improves mental strength, and enhances empathy. Give your body some gratitude with 'Energize your Organs a Medical Qigong' practice from The Healer...

Dr. Roger Jahnke shares insights from an ancient Chinese text. The text, called Nei Yeh, refers to the practice of internal cultivation, producing "medicines" or elixirs within the body. It encourages creating spaciousness for the part of oneself that remains unaffected by disappointment, offering a form of inner resilience and stability.

Dr. Roger Jahnke shares that 'Tai Chi Easy' is comprehensive and multifaceted, offering a powerful form of mindfulness practice. He defines mindfulness as paying attention to small details as they arise, and encourages forgiveness and patience in practice. Ultimately, mindfulness in motion is about being fully present—one step, one breath, and one moment at a time. Whether you're refining decades of practice or just starting out, Tai Chi Easy offers a transformative experience.

Dr. Roger Jahnke encourages us to reflect on our willingness to share Qigong and Tai Chi practices. He emphasizes that while the underlying physiology is significant, the practices are simple and immediately impactful—people seek the feeling, not the science. Whether you're looking to introduce mindful movement to friends and family or expand your professional toolkit, Qigong is a simple yet powerful practice that belongs everywhere—from homes to healthcare settings.

"We are all breathing all the time but there's a difference between breathing to survive which is what we do day in and day out, and breathing to thrive which is what we all want. The difference is being conscious and deepening the breath." ― Dr. Roger Jahnke. He explains that slow breathing enhances body functions and promotes healing by producing beneficial neurotransmitters such as serotonin, endorphins, and oxytocin, which are associated with feelings of well-being and internal healing.

"I started taking Qigong classes 26 years ago and I loved the peace and feeling of well-being that I felt after the classes. After about 10 years, I decided I wanted to change my life and share these techniques with others. I studied Qigong, and I became a teacher. I started teaching and sharing these techniques, and I noticed that my life began to change. My health changed, my relationships became better, and opportunities presented themselves that I would have never imagined." — Jessica...

Deep relaxation combined with specialized yet easy breath practice, a flow of body postures and movements plus focused mind intention produces the most profound medicine ever known — the Golden Elixir — within our own being. Golden Elixir Qigong is an accessible "shortcut" to self-awareness and internal reflection, resulting in release of heightened potential. The bodies and temperaments of those who practice the Golden Elixir Methods are said to "soften, become more pliable, and even to...

Did you know that consciously using the brain and lungs to modify the breath shifts the production of health-inducing neurotransmitters? The intention of breath practice is to calm the mind and deepen your relaxation to activate a strong beneficial effect on your neurochemistry, enhancing internal mechanisms that support self-healing, restoration, creativity, productivity, and inner peace. Follow along as we share a four-part breath technique to enhance your body's natural balance.

Dr. Roger Jahnke shares his journey into the realms of yoga, Tai Chi, and Qigong in the late 1960s. Dr. Jahnke also explores the historical roots and benefits of Qigong and Tai Chi, their similarities to the practice of yoga, and the importance of engaging with one's inner self. He emphasizes managing consciousness and embracing the physiological benefits of these mind-body practices, which foster discernment and personal empowerment, enabling individuals to experience life more fully.

The ancient Chinese practice of Qigong can be modified to be applicable and useful to even the busiest modern people. Many dedicated practitioners of Qigong find a regular practice that helps them to remain calm and centered through life's ups and downs. An article called "Reduce Stress with Qigong: Awakening the Healer Within" by Claire Sykes shares some wise words from Dr. Roger Jahnke.

"When we talk about 'Changing Tendon Practice' what we really mean is 'Connective Tissue Transformation Practice.' Transformation means to change something into something else. Connective tissue binds, covers, and attaches. Our goal in 'Connective Tissue Practice' is to look for ways to be able to find the parts of the connective tissue complex that can be changed — to change the posture and the arrangement in such a way that they are the most functional." — Dr. Roger Jahnke.