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2025 Winter Qigong for Kidneys - Enhanced
Weeks of 12/05/25 - 01/31/26 Winter is the season that we should strengthen the Kidney functions. Based on Chinese medicine and Qigong theory, kidneys are the origin of our life force and they also store the essence that we have created after birth. With poor kidney functions, there are a wide range of health issues, including but not limited to fatigue, anemia, electrolyte imbalance, cardiovascular problems, metabolic acidosis, vitamin D inefficiency, poor immune system, s
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Nov 101 min read
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2025 Winter Ba Fa Wu Bu - the simplest Tai Chi
Thursdays, 12/04/25 - 02/12/26 I taught this form in Spring and received favorable feedback. With that I am offering another 8-week online small-group class for in-depth instruction on Ba Fa Wu Bu (Eight Methods & Five Footworks), a simplified Yang-style sequence. No 180-degree or 360-degree turns—easy to learn. Practice at home or anywhere. Enjoy an interactive learning experience with timely feedback and open discussions to grasp the essential elements of Tai Chi Chuan. (#
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Nov 91 min read
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2025 Winter Chen 18 & Silk Reeling
Tuesdays, 12/09/25 - 02/17/26 A 10-week online small group class for in-depth instruction on Chen 18 and Silk Reeling . An interactive learning experience with timely feedback and open discussion to learn the most practiced Chen Tai Chi form and Tai Chi fundamentals of Silk Reeling. (#TaiChi, #Taiji, #Qigong, #ImmunityBoost, #StressReduction, #AnxietyRelief, #VioletLi, #StLouis, #balance #LasVegas, #Meditation, #ChineseMartialArts, #KungFu, #WuShu). Bonus: Private access to
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Nov 91 min read
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2025 Fall Lung Qigong enhanced with Spleen/Stomach Qigong
Weeks of 08/11/25 - 10/20/25 According to Chinese Five Elements and Medicine, Fall is is the season that we should strengthen the Lung...
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Jul 281 min read
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I have been named a Conference Ambassador for the 2nd Science Symposium hosted by Harvard Medical School
I was completely surprised to see my photo featured on the official website of the second Science Symposium. In 2023, Harvard Medical...
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Jul 181 min read
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Riding the Golden Wave: Promoting Equality Through Tai Chi and Qigong
Trained at the best journalism school in Taiwan, I have always tried to stay out of the limelight and avoid involvement with any...
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Apr 216 min read
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Is Tai Chi a Workout?
"Is Tai Chi a workout?" I hear this question often. Many people believe that if an activity doesn’t make you sweat or significantly...
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Nov 30, 20243 min read
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Can you stand on one leg for 30 seconds? If not, practice Tai Chi and why.
Science shows that the ability to stand on one leg is more than just a balance test; it can be a significant indicator of overall health....
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Nov 12, 20244 min read
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Learn over 100 healing art instructional videos FREE
Patreon is an excellent on-demand learning platform. I've used it to create a comprehensive teaching video library that shares my...
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Jul 8, 20241 min read
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Young Men with Low Back Pain: Give Tai Chi a Try!
I recently came across a fascinating study titled “ Effects of Tai Chi on Pain and Muscle Activity in Young Males with Acute Low Back...
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May 24, 20242 min read
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My Tai Chi Journey
I recently had the privilege of being interviewed by MasticMag, an online publication dedicated to providing insightful content on...
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May 3, 20241 min read
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Mindfulness & Tai Chi/Qigong Practice
Many asked me why we need to be mindful and what does it matter. I just recorded my thoughts on the subject and shared the health...
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Apr 8, 20241 min read
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What is the required dosage of Tai Chi?
The question emerged at a recent scientific conference hosted jointly by Harvard Medical School and the Osher Center of Integrative...
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Nov 6, 20232 min read
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My Takeaways from the Harvard Scientific Conference on Tai Chi & Qigong
This marked a historic occasion, as Harvard Medical School and the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine jointly hosted a groundbreaking...
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Oct 21, 20236 min read
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Why did I opt for Patreon?
Having shared the healing practices of Tai Chi and Qigong with over 10,000 individuals worldwide in the last 14 years, I've encountered...
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Aug 23, 20233 min read
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A Love Story
During the recent Tai Chi Summer Camp hosted by Grandmaster Chen Zenglei, the highest rank Tai Chi master in the world, in Las Vegas,...
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Aug 9, 20234 min read
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Healing a community with Tai Chi
Meet Malik Cadwell, a remarkable individual hailing from Camden, New Jersey, who possesses extraordinary talents and a strong...
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Aug 1, 20235 min read
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Congratulations, Yan and Qin!
Bai Si Li, a Chinese tradition, has been a means of preserving and passing down the rich culture and profound knowledge of thousands of...
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Jul 20, 20234 min read
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What is whole-person health?
With the progress of technology and the implementation of advanced protocols, the healthcare sector has grown increasingly precise and...
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Jul 16, 20233 min read
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Tai Chi & Qigong - a unique mind-body practice
I recently had the privilege of conducting an interview with Professor Evan Thompson from the University of British Columbia in...
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Jun 17, 20233 min read
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