Warm Winter Greetings!
Here is our schedule for January-February:
6:30-7:15pm, every Wednesday night throughout January and February. We'll be focusing on shamatha meditation with some other eastern techniques mixed in, such as Qi self massage, stretching and Acupressure to assist us in sitting meditation.
Remember, all are welcome, so please invite friends! Our purpose for this class is to introduce people to meditation and qigong, and assist people in developing a daily practice.
You may call to register at 774.6251, or drop in. Calling ahead helps us know how much space we need.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
November-December schedule
Hello fellow Qi cultivators!
Here's our schedule for the next few months:
Nov 4: Class is on
Nov 11: No class, I'll be in Colorado for a qigong training
Nov 18: Class is on
Nov 25: No class due to holiday
Dec 2: no class, I'll be out for meditation retreat
Dec 9: Class is on
Dec16: Our Last class till January 2010
Here's our schedule for the next few months:
Nov 4: Class is on
Nov 11: No class, I'll be in Colorado for a qigong training
Nov 18: Class is on
Nov 25: No class due to holiday
Dec 2: no class, I'll be out for meditation retreat
Dec 9: Class is on
Dec16: Our Last class till January 2010
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Seasonal Balancing
Hello folks,
As we transition from season to season, there are many things to consider in order to keep healthy. Many traditional systems of medicine including Chinese medicine state very firmly that people are more likely to become ill at the change of each season, because our natural environment influences our health. Our geography influences our health as well. We are best to adapt to local conditions, and to eat what grows in season, locally. The energy of food grown in El Salvador may not resonate with my energy here in Maine.
Seasonal changes alter the energy around us, and we transition from season to season with internal energetical movements as well. For example, as fall becomes winter, the predominant energy of Lung, in the metal element, must transition to Kidney, in the water element. A smooth transition helps ensure health.
Qigong and diet are two ways we can help move the energy along gently. Acupuncture is another method. We'll talk more about this in upcoming classes.
As we transition from season to season, there are many things to consider in order to keep healthy. Many traditional systems of medicine including Chinese medicine state very firmly that people are more likely to become ill at the change of each season, because our natural environment influences our health. Our geography influences our health as well. We are best to adapt to local conditions, and to eat what grows in season, locally. The energy of food grown in El Salvador may not resonate with my energy here in Maine.
Seasonal changes alter the energy around us, and we transition from season to season with internal energetical movements as well. For example, as fall becomes winter, the predominant energy of Lung, in the metal element, must transition to Kidney, in the water element. A smooth transition helps ensure health.
Qigong and diet are two ways we can help move the energy along gently. Acupuncture is another method. We'll talk more about this in upcoming classes.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
End of September Update
Hi All,
Next weeks class, sept.30, will be cancelled, as I'll be out of town. We'll resume the following week. Below are a few links for some enjoyable videos related to meditation and qigong...
http://www.pemachodronfoundation.org/bill-moyers-with-pema-chdrn/
http://www.shambhala.org/meditation/
See Ya'll soon!
Next weeks class, sept.30, will be cancelled, as I'll be out of town. We'll resume the following week. Below are a few links for some enjoyable videos related to meditation and qigong...
http://www.pemachodronfoundation.org/bill-moyers-with-pema-chdrn/
http://www.shambhala.org/meditation/
See Ya'll soon!
Monday, August 31, 2009
September Update
Hello All,
This coming wednesday, sept. 2, class will be cancelled, as I'll be out of town. However, class will resume next week with a new set of yoga postures designed to warm us up for seated meditation. I hope to see you there!
Max
PS:
Currently reading: The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying by Sogyal Rinpoche, Highly Recommended!
This coming wednesday, sept. 2, class will be cancelled, as I'll be out of town. However, class will resume next week with a new set of yoga postures designed to warm us up for seated meditation. I hope to see you there!
Max
PS:
Currently reading: The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying by Sogyal Rinpoche, Highly Recommended!
Friday, August 7, 2009
August Update #2
Hello All,
August 19 and 26 class will be cancelled, as I'll be out of town on both those dates. I hope everyone has a personal meditation session instead :)
As this class evolves, I find myself inclined to emphasize meditation over Qigong. It is my belief that for the most part, we need to work on our minds more than our bodies. Given that the mind controls the body, and that happiness and suffering are truly "all in our heads", perhaps we all need to meditate more.
Most situations we find ourselves in, throughout our lives, will be outside our control. What is within our control is our mental response to them. That is completely within our control, if we train our minds properly, which takes us back to meditation.
This class is an introduction to meditation and Qigong. For those interested in pursuing either more seriously, some of the links posted below may help.
August 19 and 26 class will be cancelled, as I'll be out of town on both those dates. I hope everyone has a personal meditation session instead :)
As this class evolves, I find myself inclined to emphasize meditation over Qigong. It is my belief that for the most part, we need to work on our minds more than our bodies. Given that the mind controls the body, and that happiness and suffering are truly "all in our heads", perhaps we all need to meditate more.
Most situations we find ourselves in, throughout our lives, will be outside our control. What is within our control is our mental response to them. That is completely within our control, if we train our minds properly, which takes us back to meditation.
This class is an introduction to meditation and Qigong. For those interested in pursuing either more seriously, some of the links posted below may help.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
August Update
Hello All,
Please note that class on Wednesday, August 19'th will be cancelled, I'm off that week for a meditation retreat.
If you are looking for some light reading on the topic of meditation, let me recommend "Turning the mind into an ally" by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. This is a great intro book which puts into perspective the importance of meditation.
For meditation cushions, visit www.samadhicushions.com
Please note that class on Wednesday, August 19'th will be cancelled, I'm off that week for a meditation retreat.
If you are looking for some light reading on the topic of meditation, let me recommend "Turning the mind into an ally" by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. This is a great intro book which puts into perspective the importance of meditation.
For meditation cushions, visit www.samadhicushions.com
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Recommended Qigong and Meditation schools
The following are some of my favorite schools and teachers whom I have personal experience with. If you are looking for further studies in authentic Qigong or meditation, from distinct lineages, check these out.
www.Shambhala.org/
www.daoist-qigong.org/
www.taichiheart.com/aboutsifu.html
Local to Maine, see www.shambhalabp.org/ and www.karmecholing.org/
www.Shambhala.org/
www.daoist-qigong.org/
www.taichiheart.com/aboutsifu.html
Local to Maine, see www.shambhalabp.org/ and www.karmecholing.org/
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Meditation is all over the news
Using meditation for stress reduction is merely the tip of the iceberg, but it makes the news regularly. Here's a few links:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/06/01/mindfulness.training.stress/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/SHOWBIZ/Music/03/04/mccartney.meditation.concert/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/01/05/meditation.stress.reduction/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/06/01/mindfulness.training.stress/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/SHOWBIZ/Music/03/04/mccartney.meditation.concert/index.html
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/01/05/meditation.stress.reduction/index.html
Monday, May 18, 2009
WuJi QiGong
Welcome to the Wuji Qigong Blog!
Wuji Qigong is a special class offering by me, Dr. Max Jacobs of Jacobs Chiropractic Acupuncture. This class was inspired by two of my acupuncture teachers, who suggested teaching this basic form to patients and the public. Were it not for them, this would not be happening.
I practice several forms of Qigong and Taoist/Buddhist meditation which I have learned from several notable teachers, but this class is meant strictly for the presentation of Wuji Qigong as I have learned it from Taoist healer Jeff Nagel, L.Ac. In addition, basics of meditation will be presented, incorporating concepts from several different lineages. We'll touch on these and discuss how to learn more, for those who are interested.
Qigong and meditation togather represent the highest forms of healing from traditional Taoist medicine of China. They are practices you can do on your own, anytime, to improve your health.
In the coming weeks you'll find modern research here related to meditation and qigong, and class updates. Lastly, I believe in presenting this material for free to anyone interested because it is important to me that people learn it. Sometimes classes such as these are expensive! I believe the material is too important to deter people with high costs.
Wuji Qigong
Wednesdays 6:30-7:15 at JCA
138 St. John St. Portland
Call 774.6251 to register. Bring a cushion.
Wuji Qigong is a special class offering by me, Dr. Max Jacobs of Jacobs Chiropractic Acupuncture. This class was inspired by two of my acupuncture teachers, who suggested teaching this basic form to patients and the public. Were it not for them, this would not be happening.
I practice several forms of Qigong and Taoist/Buddhist meditation which I have learned from several notable teachers, but this class is meant strictly for the presentation of Wuji Qigong as I have learned it from Taoist healer Jeff Nagel, L.Ac. In addition, basics of meditation will be presented, incorporating concepts from several different lineages. We'll touch on these and discuss how to learn more, for those who are interested.
Qigong and meditation togather represent the highest forms of healing from traditional Taoist medicine of China. They are practices you can do on your own, anytime, to improve your health.
In the coming weeks you'll find modern research here related to meditation and qigong, and class updates. Lastly, I believe in presenting this material for free to anyone interested because it is important to me that people learn it. Sometimes classes such as these are expensive! I believe the material is too important to deter people with high costs.
Wuji Qigong
Wednesdays 6:30-7:15 at JCA
138 St. John St. Portland
Call 774.6251 to register. Bring a cushion.
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