Dear Students,
I am delighted to welcome you to Module 2 of the Master Key Qigong Series. As we continue on our journey together, this module invites us to explore the profound practice of Nourishing Qi. This essential act is akin to embracing stillness, allowing our energy systems to integrate and replenish themselves fully.
Imagine the passive phase of steeping tea, where the leaves are left to infuse their essence into the water quietly. Similarly, Nourishing Qi represents a period of rest that follows the active exercises we have engaged in. During this time, we permit the energy we have cultivated to deeply permeate our bodies. It is a period of non-action, where the innate wisdom of our bodies takes over to absorb and assimilate the Qi. This practice invites us to deepen our self-awareness, allowing the flow of Qi to guide us. It teaches us to appreciate the strength found in tranquility and the power inherent in passivity, much like the flavor of tea that develops in its quiet steeping.
In complement to the serene practice of Nourishing Qi, we introduce the Sword Finger technique—a focused method for projecting and directing energy. Alongside, we explore basic self-care massages designed to nurture every cell within our bodies. These practices lay the groundwork for a comprehensive approach to well-being, marrying the active with the passive, the dynamic with the serene.
As we progress through this module, let us embrace the duality of our practice—the joy of playing Sword Finger and the profound stillness of nourishing Qi. Together, these practices enhance and enrich our experience of the Qi that flows through us.
Looking forward to our continued journey together!
Good Qi
Robert Peng