That’s our fellow Qi-ster Meredith, taking her Qigong on the road by doing “Picking Cherries” in an actual Oregon cherry tree! I hope the rest of you had a nice weekend, too, despite the heat.
Last week I taught peaceful, soothing Qigong exercises to play with when it’s too hot to do more than go with the flow. As Jim B said after class: “I’m finally starting to get it. Sure, the “Silk Reeling” and other movements are great for our joints and our muscles, but really, it’s all about relaxing.” Exactly! Remember, the only thing you can do “wrong” in Qigong is not relax. That’s a lifetime practice! If you missed the class and would like to give it a try, I posted it on my YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe; that way you’ll never missnew postings of these free recordings.
Speaking of relaxing, please note the schedule for the rest of July, below. It includes special events--a few of them outdoors, weather permitting-- as well as cancellations when I am away. I especially urge you to treat yourself to “Acupressure for Stress Relief” at Innisfree Gardens next Saturday, July 11th. The energy is very special there. (Apparently, the baby eagles at the far end of the lake are fledging.)
It’s terrific to know some of you will be joining me at Kripalu at the end of the month. Talk about chilling out: my co-teachers and I have three and a half calm, relaxing, and refreshing days planned for you. We’ll be sharing techniques for getting the most energy from your time in nature by applying Qigong techniques. It’s always a wonderful, healing retreat from the quotidian worries and cares of life…and the food is amazing!
Stay cool and keep the good energy flowing, everyone!
