Outdoors is generally the best place to practice qigong. However, one must consider the weather and time of year. It may not always be a favourable time to practice outdoors.
In Springtime, wind and rain can affect our liver and tendons. In Summer excessive heat, wind and wet can affect the pulse and heart. In late Summer, wind and rain affect the spleen and cause muscles to ache. Autumn wind and rain can cause the skin to be dry and affect the lungs thus causing coughing. Winter affects the bones and kidneys. Its very important to create heat from inside and maintain good condition.
Remaining indoors with windows open may be a better option. Knowing and understanding factors that can cause problems will help to stay healthy and conserve energy.
Sifu then revised the moves of the form. He broke it into different parts. We followed first, Sifu then demonstrated and answered questions. Finally, we went into breakout rooms to practise and help one another. The form itself is a serious challenge but a great exercise for the brain. It’s a while since the last seminar so it was great to revise and polish our earlier moves. We are near the end of the form so it’s time to get plenty of practise before the next seminar.
Thank you Sifu for sharing this incredible form and imparting your wisdom to us.
Moral of todays story: Think before you act.
Peadar Hanratty
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