Joy

True joy is not something I acquire from outer events or things – it is something I release from within.
In this statement we find the key to a long and happy life. So often we base our happiness on the external environment, how we are treated and what we receive. By looking within we can discover the innate joy, peace and vibrant health (zheng qi) that is our birthright.
Within each us us lies the answer to all of our needs. In classical Chinese teachings this source within is called Zheng Qi (seiki in Japanese). This is the true energy of our being. When we rest our being in/on the zheng qi all that distorts our health and happiness is rectified.
One can access this adamantine source of health and well-being through the simple practice of zhang zhuang. You can read about this simple and profound practice elsewhere on this blog or you can learn it directly from me or my teacher Sifu Fong Ha.

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