Hello Qi Family,
The holiday season can bring joy, but it can also deplete a significant amount of Qi—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Once the festivities are over, the body is often left exhausted, lacking the energy needed for recovery.
Moreover, the cold of winter puts additional stress on the body. Master Lu emphasizes that cold is a potent pathogen that saps the body’s energy and leads to stagnation. While young individuals have more reserves to bounce back quickly, aging diminishes those reserves, making the recovery process longer.
Therefore, it’s crucial to give your body a break and allow it to rest deeply. Here’s how:
Holiday Relaxation Program
(Isn’t that appealing?) You can start this program whenever you’re ready, either before or after the holidays. No need to rush! Choose what suits you best.
Commitment to Yourself:
- Determine the duration you can dedicate to this program (ideally 7-10 days).
- Schedule time each day to disconnect and find peace.
- Engage in activities like reading, watching a movie, or simply relaxing.
- Reduce screen time on your computer and phone.
- Avoid having your phone in the bedroom.
- Dress warmly and enjoy a hot bath.
- Support your Kidney Qi by using a heating pad on your lower back.
- Warm the soles of your feet with cinnamon or ginger oil.
Daily Practices:
- Morning: Begin your day with the Four Energy Gates to deepen your connection with your body.
- Exercise: Practice The Dragon Floats on the Sea for at least 30 minutes, one to two times daily. This posture is illustrated in the blog’s image and will be reviewed on Qi Thursday.
- Evening: Before bedtime, practice Spirit Gate Breathing to calm your mind and support restful sleep. Sit comfortably, close your eyes, and focus on your breath at the navel. Inhale deeply from the navel and exhale gently, repeating with a 5-count for each inhalation and exhalation. (Join our complimentary workshop on Dec. 15th.)
Eating Plan:
- Opt for light meals to ease digestion and allow the body to accumulate more Qi.
- Include vegetables (steamed, roasted, sautéed), light soups, and warming teas.
- Explore our recipe database for delicious recipes and teas.
- Incorporate mung bean or radish soup for gentle support.
- Add warming spices like pepper, ginger, and cinnamon.
- Prepare warming teas with spices like ginger with chamomile or spice tea.
- Avoid meat, bread, cheese, and alcohol.
- Limit coffee consumption to one cup.
Share this 7-10 Day Holiday Relaxation Program with friends and family! Healing starts with a single intention.
Qi Thursday
Join us virtually every Thursday evening to practice The Dragon Floats on the Sea. This Qigong form will guide us through the winter season and nurture Kidney Qi. JOIN US
Yin Yang of the Season: Winter
This program marks the beginning of our year-long Seasonal Series, where Master Lu delves into how Yin and Yang shape your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Over seven days, Master Lu will help you explore how your inner world responds to Winter’s Yin and Yang through Wu Ming Qigong practices, seasonal Eating-for-Healing principles, and insights rooted in Chinese psychology—revealing how your inner dialogue influences your energy, emotions, and life path. This virtual program runs from January 18th to 25th, 2026. REGISTER