Caring for Body & Mind: Part IV

About this program

Who doesn’t want a strong body and a clear mind? With a strong body we can enjoy physical movement with healthy joints, relaxed muscles, strong bones, elastic tendons, and a flexible spine. With a strong mind we can think clearer and remember better. We are also less likely to be confused and are more able to stay calm and focused under stressful situations. This retreat features: Instruction in the Wudangshan animals leopard, snake, and crane, completing the process of building strong bones, tendons, muscles, and spinal column that was started in the tiger and the dragon forms. A special qigong practice that brings Qi to the top of the head to facilitate clarity and focus in decision making. Instruction in Taoist Meditation techniques Ding Guan, Nei Guan, and Wu Jen to cultivate stillness, clarity, and insight into the workings of thoughts and emotions. Use of Immortals’ Guide to Self-Massage and Breath Regulation and Red Phoenix Calisthenics to improve memory and enhance abilities in problem solving. Moving cerebral spinal fluid to the frontal brain to maintain memories of what we know, facilitate learning new skills, and improve short-term practical memory. Discussion and advice on balancing wisdom and compassion, vision and practicality, so we can cultivate a Zeitgeist that will help us successfully navigate through work, home, spiritual practice, and public service. The Qigong of Xiantianwujimen Taoism Xiantianwujimen is a Daoist lineage founded by Chen Xiyi in 10th century China. “Xiantian” means primordial, “wuji” means limitless, and “men” means gate. The translated name of the lineage is Primordial Limitless Gate. This lineage specializes in using qigong to simultaneously cultivate and transform body and mind. A hermit and household tradition, Xiantianwujimen has been transmitted uninterrupted for over a thousand years. Qigong techniques favored by this lineage include self-massage, tendon changing, calisthenics, marrow washing, and breath regulation. Instruction of Xiantianwujimen qigong is offered by Eva Wong, a 19th generation carrier of the lineage, and by instructors authorized by the lineage. For more information on the teachings and programs offered by Xiantianwujimen Daoism please go to limitlessgate.com Prerequisites Requirement: Qigong 4 This retreat can be used to fulfill the requirement of Qigong 5. Arrival & Departure The program begins at 7:30pm. Please plan to arrive between 3:00pm and 6:00pm. Dinner is served at 6:30pm. The program ends at 6pm Wednesday. Getting Here Visit our Directions and Transportation page to see different options for traveling to Karmê Chöling.