A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from October 2022 on the classic, 'Eight Pieces of Silk Brocade' practice. This routine is practiced by millions of people all over the world. It's great for daily use to help the body stay strong, flexible and resilient. There are many variations of this practice and in this Chat we will explore this, as well as movement modifications to keep the body safe. Come learn this popular routine! The routine from this chat, can be found on its own here: https://qigongforvitality.vhx.tv/videos/8-pieces-of-silk-brocade-routine-only-qi-chat

Timestamps of topics covered:
Introduction
Beginning of topic 3:35
8 Pieces of Silk Brocade background 4:50
The Qigong for Vitality approach 7:00
6 Levels of Qigong review 9:30
Poll and results
Learning the 8 Brocades 14:00
Lifting the Heavens 16:15
Drawing the Bow 22:35
Separating Heaven and Earth 27:15
Wise Owl Gazes Backwards 31:25
Swing the Head Shake the Tail 33:35
2 Hands Hold the Feet 38:15
Punching with Fiery Eyes 41:50
Dropping on Heels 43:35
8 Pieces of Silk Brocade Routine 48:00

Questions:
Pushing the Heavens modification 1:01:50
Tibetan Rites 1:03:00
Trapezius tension 1:06:00
Morning and Evening practices 1:12:00
Clearing the Qi 1:13:30
Word of the Day 1:15:10
Review and Conclusion 1:17:30