Qi Chats
The monthly "live" Qi Chats are usually held on the first Saturday of the month. You will receive an email a couple days before with details.
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December Qi Chat - Tian Ren Di (80 mins)
A recording of the "live" Qi Chat from December 2023 on "Tian Ren Di Qigong – Heaven and Earth." In this Qi Chat, Jeff will discuss the concept of “Tian Ren Di” and “Heaven and Earth” (not religious). Learn how to create and balance this energy. The routine practiced in this Chat can be found on ...
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November Qi Chat - Acupressure and Qigong (85 mins)
A recording of the "live" Qi Chat from November 2023 on "Enhancing your Qigong with Acupressure and Point Stimulation." Acupressure is wonderful for the body, and when you add it to Qigong, it can enhance the benefit of both practices! This can be an excellent form of self-care. ln this Qi Chat J...
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October Qi Chat - Metal Element Qigong (80 mins)
A recording of the "live" Qi Chat from October 2023 on "Metal Element - Build the Wei Qi." ln this Qi Chat Jeff will discuss the Metal element relationship to lungs, "Wei Qi" (also called 'defensive' or 'guardian' Qi) and how it relates to a robust immune system. Discover one of the most importan...
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September Qi Chat - Expressing your Authentic Qigong (90 mins)
A recording of the "live" Qi Chat from September 2023 on "Expressing your Authentic Qigong!" ln this Qi Chat you will explore ideas that can help you 'express' your Qigong practice authentically to help you experience more Flow! Jeff will discuss different 'expressions' of practice, general guide...
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August Qi Chat - Luohan Qigong (80 mins)
A recording of the "live" Qi Chat from August 2023 on Luohan Qigong. ln this Qi Chat you will learn and practice the traditional Luohan Qigong. "Luohan" means 'enlightenment,' and this form, (and others like it) have been practiced to help encourage deep states of Qi flow and peacefulness. This ...
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July Qi Chat -Fire Element and Cultivate Heart (85 mins)
A recording of the "live" Qi Chat from July 2023 on Fire Element and cultivating Heart Qi. Jeff will cover foundations of the Fire Element and Heart according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). He discusses the most important factor in 'protecting the Emperor' to cultivate Heart Qi, and concl...
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June Qi Chat - Silk Reeling (78 mins)
A recording of the "live" Qi Chat from June 2023 on Silk Reeling, an ancient practice that can be applied in different ways for individual needs. Jeff will cover the foundations of Silk Reeling, the concept of 'spiral energy' and some of the health benefits. After the theoretical presentation, yo...
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May Qi Chat - Qigong for Robust Digestion (80 mins)
A recording of the "live" Qi Chat from May 2023 on 'Qigong for Robust Digestion.' According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, robust digestion is considered key to a good and healthy life. Qigong can be beneficial for many digestive issues while supporting good function at any age! In this Chat, J...
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April Qi Chat - Cleansing Qigong (75 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from April 2023 on 'Cleansing Qigong.' If you ever feel the need to clear your space, empty your mind or just "shake off" a feeling, then this routine can help! The concept of 'cleansing' is important for all the energy and Qi level practice that we do. It's also...
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March Qi Chat - Expanding the Qi (80 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from March 2023 on 'Expanding the Qi.' In this Chat Jeff presents the concept of "compressing and expanding" the Qi, which can help you feel energized and warm, while creating physical and mental-emotional resilience. It is also useful for maintaining healthy bou...
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February Qi Chat - Zheng Healing Qigong (90 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from February 2023 on 'Zheng Healing Qigong.' The word 'Zheng' translates as correct, honest, upright or authentic. in this Chat we will discuss Zheng and the fundamental concept of healing body and mind. This concept will explain how and why the body 'naturally'...
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January Qi Chat - Water Element (80 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from January 2023 on 'Water Element Qigong.' In this Chat, you will learn all about the Water Element. Winter is the ideal time to focus on the kidneys, bladder and Water Element to nourish the source of all yin and yang in the body. After the theoretical present...
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Holiday Qi-R Replay - 2022
Share some Holiday Qi-R (Cheer)
This is a special get together for Communi-Qi to share successes, thoughts about Qigong practice, and to 'meet' each other.
It was relaxed, and there were some technical challenges (caused by Jeff 🙂) but it was a joyous occasion!Here is a link to the "Breakout R...
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Breakout Room Breakdown - Blooper (1 min)
A funny moment from the December 2022 "live" Holiday Qi-R (Cheer) meetup! Jeff was supposed to create several 'breakout rooms' for Communi-Qi members to join to have a brief conversation. Instead, he created ONE massive room where everyone was talking all at once and someone was even drawing a pi...
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December Qi Chat - Circular Qigong (85 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from December 2022 on 'Circular Qigong.' In this Chat, you will learn the concept of Circular Qigong, the basics, including some subtle movements and how to to apply it to your practice. After the theoretical presentation, you will learn and practice the Circular...
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November Qi Chat - Resilience Qigong (85 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from November 2022 on Qigong for resilience. In this Chat, you will learn how to keep the immune system healthy from a Qigong perspective and the role of 'wei qi' or the 'defensive Qi.' The importance of healthy boundaries for caregivers, customer service workers...
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Oct Qi Chat - 8 Pieces of Silk Brocade (80 mins)
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 practic...
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September Qi Chat - 7 Chakras and Qigong (90 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from September 2022 on Seven Chakras and Qigong. In this episode, Jeff discusses the concepts of the seven major chakras and how to apply it to Qigong practice/Metta. Following this, are instructions for the Seven Chakra Qigong Routine. The routine on its own can...
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August Qi Chat - Summer Qigong (90 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from August 2022 on Summer Qigong. Jeff discusses summer according to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Qigong, how to maximize Qigong practice in the summer, how to strengthen Earth element, tips for summer and managing 'heat', and the concept of "Leading your Pr...
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July Qi Chat - Qigong for Peace (90 mins)
A recording of the “live” Qi Chat from July 2022 on Qigong for Peace. Jeff discusses different states of Qigong, the three stages, cleansing movements and the six healing sounds. After the presentation and routine, members shared some experiences and Summer Qi-eer! Thank you to everyone for parti...
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June Qi Chat - 6 Levels of Qigong 9 (90 mins)
A recording of the June 2022 “live” Qi Chat. Jeff discusses the Six Levels of Qigong practice. Discover what to focus on in each level, how to progress, common challenges and how to get the most energy and rejuvenation from your practice. You will also learn and practice the Six level Qigong Rout...
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May Qi Chat - Wuji Qigong - Let's Practice (95 mins)
A recording of the May 2022 “live” Qi Chat. Jeff discusses Wu Ji, a stationary Qigong posture that can be extremely relaxing and nourishing. You will also learn and practice Wu Ji together!
Timestamps for topics/questions:
Welcome 0:00
Begin of topic - Wu Ji Qigong 3:55
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April Qi Chat - Spring Liver Wood Qigong (88 mins)
A recording of the April 2022 “live” Qi Chat. Jeff discusses Spring and how to identify Wood Element (liver) stress patterns.” You will also learn and practice the Spring Liver Wood Routine together!
Timestamps for topics/questions:
Introduction of concept 3:45
Seasons 5:00
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March Qi Chat - Heart Healing and Metta (80 mins)
A recording of the March 2022 “live” Qi Chat. Jeff discusses a heart-centered approach to Qigong. You will also learn and practice the Heart Healing Routine together!
Timestamps for topics/questions:
Intro 0:00
Purpose of Qigong 3:45
Types of Qigong practitioners 6:00
5 Types of Heart Centered Q...