This has been quite a year. And, if you're reading this, you've survived every challenge to date!
At some cost, perhaps. When we pull out our stops we dip into our reserves. We may find ourselves feeling weary, depleted. And more aware of our fragility.
Winter is a low energy Season even in the best of times. And these lows come with some unique healing potential.
It can be a leap of faith to see this low energy time of year as a gift. I invite you to take that leap with me before it's thru!
This January, I'll share some of my favorite Qi Gong practices for reinforcing the resilience of our bodies, minds and Spirits. Potent movement and meditation practices - some of the most treasured of all Qi Gong.
I chose practices for this season that are easy to learn. Deeply satisfying to do. And the difference they make is most palpable at low energy times - like the depths of Winter. Or whenever when we find ourselves feeling threatened or fearful. All are practices I've shared in person with hundreds of clients and students in person over several decades. Now available in this convenient video format.
These classes will be short and potent:
THREE one-hour classes.
EACH available for up to one week.
VIDEO CLASSES you can watch at your convenience, a new one each week.
ONE optional live-time interactive class in the third week (available only with the credit class option).
These Qi Gong practices are among the most highly prized in East Asian Healing Arts. They aim to fortify the strength of our bones and our stamina (including bladder control!) Over time they can benefit mental functions like concentration and memory. They were held as keys to completing one's destiny by Asian Masters who taught them thousands of years ago.
We'll start by gently "Dipping a Toe in the Water." Gradually, we'll explore the depth of our reserves and "Drop the Anchor." We'll use listening practices to find our still point.
Beginners are welcome. PDA's are available for Acupuncturists: These time-honored practices are easy to share with clients to support their treatments.
Participants in the credit class can also attend one live time interactive class at noon on Wednesday, January 29, the Lunar New Year. This optional class will address questions, fine tune practices and discuss adaptations for particular circumstances.
First class will be available starting Monday, January 6.
Enrollment is open now - scroll down to register.
Classes will end on Jan 29, the Lunar New Year.
These classes are part of a year-long cycle of Seasonal Qi Gong classes. Prior classes are not required to benefit from classes in any one season.
For more information, contact the instructor:
Cynthia Zanti Jabs, L.Ac., at [email protected]
Meet Your Instructor:
Cynthia 'Zanti' Jabs has taught Qi Gong to students and clients for decades. She started teaching online this Summer.
"I love how these tools gently undo symptoms of body, mind and spirit.' Working WITH the laws of nature can unlock our capacity to heal, even with chronic illness and old injuries.
"My specialty is identifying simple practices to support a clients' healing - DIY Acupuncture!" This extends the benefits of acupuncture - and makes remote consults more effective.
"Healing is not just about relieving symptoms. Needles, words, music, movement, all of these help us reclaim who we're here to be. Our symptoms guide us - and fade as we find it."
"Asian Healing Arts let us unfold the gifts of each season in turn. As we reconnect with natural cycles we can focus on specifics without losing sight of the whole."
Zanti has taught acupuncture students (MUIH) medical students (JHUSM), doctors, clients and beginners. She is nationally certified (NCCAOM) to teach credit courses for acupuncturists.
Her acupuncture practice is based at Ruscombe.org where you can read her blog "Healing with the Seasons."
