#76 Tevia Feng - Hidden Qi Gong Master REVEALS The Secret To SELF MASTERY
Aug 21, 2023
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Tevia Feng, Founder of White Tiger Qi Gong, discusses the power of breathwork, harnessing qi, applying movement to breathwork, starting fires with energy, and the missing element of movement in breathwork. They also explore grounding, placebo effects, and the documentary about White Tiger Qi Gong. The host shares their rebirthing practice and promoting positive change in the face of challenges.
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Qi Gong offers various branches, each focusing on different aspects and goals such as spiritual enlightenment, self-defense, or healing.
White Tiger Qi Gong is a comprehensive system that combines deep movements, meditation, and breathing techniques to unlock one's true power.
Qi Gong emphasizes the power of belief and intention in promoting physiological effects and positive changes in well-being.
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History and Benefits of Qi Gong
Qi Gong is a practice that involves working with energy and refining the skill of directing that energy in the body. It has its roots in ancient Chinese culture and is grounded in the belief that the body and spirit are intrinsically connected. Qi Gong offers various branches, including Taoist Qi Gong, Buddhist Qi Gong, Confucianist Qi Gong, medical Qi Gong, and martial Qi Gong. Each branch focuses on different aspects and goals, such as spiritual enlightenment, self-defense, or healing. Qi Gong can be practiced through movement, meditation, and breathing, and it offers numerous physical, mental, and spiritual benefits.
White Tiger Qi Gong
White Tiger Qi Gong is a system of Qi Gong that focuses on deep, dynamic movements, meditation, and breathing techniques. It is characterized by its connection with nature and its emphasis on stimulating the organs, meridians, and bones to release toxins and emotions. White Tiger Qi Gong is taught by experienced instructors and incorporates knowledge from neuroscience, sports science, and Chinese medicine to provide a comprehensive approach to well-being. The practice can be tailored to individuals of all levels, from beginners to professional athletes, and offers a pathway to explore peak potential and unlock one's true power.
Exploring Extraordinary Qi Gong Abilities
Some practitioners of Qi Gong have demonstrated extraordinary abilities, such as generating electricity or fire. These abilities have been documented in the 1970s documentary called 'Ring of Fire' which showcases the skills of a Qi Gong master named John Chang. While the authenticity of some of these abilities may be debated, there are practitioners who have developed advanced skills in manipulating energy. It is believed that these feats are achieved through the refinement of Qi Gong practices, creating the right balance of yin and yang energy, and inducing physiological reactions in the body. However, it is important to note that these advanced abilities are not the focus of all Qi Gong practices and should be approached with caution and under the guidance of experienced instructors.
The Power of Qi Gong: Connecting with Nature
Qi Gong is a practice that connects individuals with the energy of the earth, sky, and sun, providing vitality and energy even in old age. By grounding oneself and using specific techniques, such as adding grounding materials to shoes, individuals can connect with nature even when unable to take off their shoes. Additionally, harnessing daylight through practices like staring at the morning sunrise can have profound effects on one's health and well-being. Breathing in the golden sunlight and visualizing it circulating through the body can lead to gut healing and overall vitality. Engaging with the sun's energy through skin breathing can also be nourishing and allow individuals to direct that energy towards specific areas of the body, effectively harnessing the power of the sun to promote healing.
The Power of Belief in Qi Gong
The power of belief in Qi Gong is emphasized, showcasing how intense belief and unwavering faith can lead to physiological effects and positive changes in one's well-being. By engaging all the senses and visualizations, practitioners can induce powerful physiological effects. This is demonstrated through examples like the ability to warm the body in cold water through intense visualization and belief in feeling warmth. Qi Gong can also be used to create new neural connections and break negative habits. By releasing neurochemicals associated with positive experiences and reprogramming the brain, Qi Gong can help individuals overcome trauma, anxiety, and sleep issues. The practice emphasizes the importance of belief and intention in achieving desired outcomes and promoting overall well-being.
Todays guest is Tevia Feng who runs White Tiger Qi Gong, after I got used to talking to a photo instead of his face (he'll go into why) we had a great conversation about the power of breathwork, how to harness qi and why we should apply movement to our breathwork, and we even go into how people can start fires with their bare hands and energy! really! (maybe)
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00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:21 Why I don't show my face 00:05:13 How Tevia Feng came across Qi Gong 00:13:12 Movement - The Missing Element of Breathwork! 00:23:21 Earthing/Grounding and Breathwork 00:35 Placebo Effects 00:38:00 Why White Tiger Qi Gong? 00:43:38 Ring of Fire Documentary! 00:54:00 Mikes Rebirthing Practice
Welcome To TAKE A DEEP BREATH Greetings! I'm Mike Maher, your guide on this breathwork journey and the host of this YouTube channel. As a new father to a beautiful baby boy, I left my corporate career behind to pursue my passion - helping people harness the transformative power of breathwork. I firmly believe in the life-changing potential of the breath, and it's my mission to help the world breathe better.
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