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“Qi” Defined What is Qi? · Qi gives life to the world · It is the pulsation of the cosmos itself · It is the thread connecting all beings · Without Qi there would be no Yin and Yang providing balance in living beings · Life exists ONLY where there is Qi · DNA regulates an organism’s growth and development, yet it is not life until Qi is present What does this mean? · Qi is Energy & Matter and the state in between · It provides/controls two critical things: o The essential substances that maintain vital functions o The functional activities of each internal organ for health Where does Qi come from? · We are all born with a certain amount of Qi from our parents, also known as our “Essence” · Environmental Energy (Less stress = stronger Qi!!) · Food (This is why it’s important to eat Organic!!) · Oxygen (We need CLEAN AIR!) What is Qi Stagnation? · Excess accumulation of Qi in one location (Blocked and not flowing properly) · Caused by traumatic injuries, emotional/dietary/lifestyle imbalances · Major types: o Local Qi Stagnation o Liver, Large Intestine and Stomach Qi Stagnation · Signs: o Local Pain (most significant) o Stiffness o Organ dysfunction · Organ specific signs: o Liver Qi Stagnation § Anger, irritability, hyperactivity, emotional stress, depression, nervous, hypertension, elevated liver enzymes o Large Intestine Qi Stagnation § Impaction, constipation, gaseous colic o Stomach Qi Stagnation § Hiccups, nausea, vomiting, colic, burping What is Qi Deficiency? · Fatigue & weakness in the body, spirit · Shortness of breath · Weak pulses and pale tongue, often wet · Caused by lifestyle, diet, emotional and weather imbalance
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