| Feature Article
Healing and the Emotions
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Chief Instructor Brett Wagland
According to Chinese medical theory, life force energy (qi)
courses throughout the body in meridians (channels). Good health
depends on the unimpeded flow of qi. Emotional imbalance is one of the
leading causes of sickness. Emotions are linked to the organs and their
functions: anger to the liver, sadness to the lungs, fear to the
kidneys, joy to the heart and worry and stress to the stomach and
pancreas. Anger will cause chemical reactions in the body that affect
the liver function in an adverse way. The more prolonged and enraged
the feeling, the more serious the effect. An excess of
 energy will be
stored in the liver which will lead to a blockage of energy (an
imbalance) in that area. In the practice of Qigong and Tai Chi, the
energy is strengthened and balanced, and is then able to flow smoothly
through the body’s channels. It is common for students to feel
refreshed, energised, calm and mentally clear after their practice. For
this reason, Qigong and Tai Chi are highly recommended by traditional
Chinese medical practitioners.
In Qigong practice, the emphasis is on calming the mind
which in turn regulates emotions. Clear thinking leads to a more
careful and balanced consideration of the facts and thus, a better
outcome in terms of making decisions. If you are constantly controlled
by your emotions, you will feel stressed and confused. Through the
practice, you become more aware of your emotional energy and are more
skillful in directing it. Many students are surprised at how the
practice of Qigong and Tai Chi has a positive effect on their
personalities and their outlook on life. For this reason, the ancients
refer this kind of internal training as a form of cultivation.
A strong, balanced energy flow helps to develop a calm
mind and a healthy body which will naturally result in a healthy
attitude to life in general. As you learn to stay calm, relaxed,
focused and natural by following the Tai Chi principles in your
practice, you will notice a significant difference in the quality of
your life. Gradually, you will feel and truly understand the impact
that negative emotions have on you physically, energetically,
emotionally, mentally and spiritually. If you practise every day, you
will feel your emotions becoming more stable and you will find
difficulties easier to handle. Setting aside the time to practise is
your precious gift to yourself and your family.
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