Embracing Impermanence

Embracing Impermanence

I learned recently that a long-time student, and Red Lotus family member died in a tragic car accident on the way to the Tetons. Her husband is currently having multiple surgeries to continue his life. And, their daughter was getting married in a week to begin a new...
Intentions and Expectations

Intentions and Expectations

I believe knowing the differences between an intention and an expectation can save us a lot of stress. Simply by knowing which is which …   IntentionsAn intention can be defined as “ a thing intended; an aim or plan.”  A simple example would be playing darts....
Summer Qigong

Summer Qigong

Taking time for self-care during the yang season is of most importance. This summer event will be a little different, besides the movements of qigong, I am going to teach you how to do muscle testing on yourself. Which helps us learn to trust our heart, our body, and...
Summer is Maximum Yang Season

Summer is Maximum Yang Season

We have officially entered summer, and if spring’s growth produces blossoms, then summer’s fire produces its growth.   Element / FIREAn important quality of fire is openness. Most of us have fond memories of summer, we feel more energetic, creative, productive,...
Tuesday Evening, June 21

Tuesday Evening, June 21

Join Jamie and Toni for an evening outside honoring the balance between the Yin and Yang seasons. We will enjoy a night of sharing, movement, music and community. Included:• sacred circle• qigong• yin yoga• meditation The emotion of summer is joy. With that in mind,...
Be the Lit Match

Be the Lit Match

This is the second article from the Master Qigong Class. As you read this, you’ll notice there are links to articles I have previously written if you desire more insights. Also, the first article is Expanding Your View.   In order to light an unlit match, a lit...
Expanding Our View

Expanding Our View

Earlier this month, 30 of us experienced an in-person Qigong Master Class with my teacher, Sifu Gardner. He laid the foundation in many ways for us to expand our meaning of qigong. He reminded us in different ways that qigong is more than a moving meditation,...
Ease, Flow and Abundance

Ease, Flow and Abundance

We often hear the saying, “Simply flow with life.” The question is how to we get there? I believe we begin with ease. EASE I love this definition of ease: Freedom from pain, worry, or agitation. It makes sense, right? And how to we feel that freedom? For me, I know...