Selected Writings
A small selection of foundational essays that clarify the principles, structure, and intent behind New Qi.
What Shaolin Qigong Really Is
And Why Most Modern Interpretations Miss the Point
Many people today associate Qigong with relaxation, slow movement, or stress relief.
But within Shaolin tradition, Qigong was never designed as a wellness shortcut.
This essay explains what Shaolin Qigong actually is —
and why structure, intent, and internal regulation matter more than sensation.
From Technique to Internal Order
Why Real Progress Requires a System, Not More Exercises
More exercises do not lead to deeper results.
Without internal order, effort becomes noise.
This essay explores why traditional Shaolin training was always system-based —
and how internal development depends on sequence, timing, and restraint.
Longevity Is a Byproduct, Not a Goal. The Shaolin View on Health, Energy, and Time
In Shaolin tradition, longevity was never chased.
It emerged naturally when internal balance was maintained over time.
This essay reframes health not as optimization —
but as the ability to remain regulated through changing conditions.
Qigong Philosophy Explained:
The 5 Adjustments and 4 Types of Qi
Understanding the principle of "Five Adjustments and Four Qi" is crucial to the success of your Qigong practice and bringing harmony to your body, mind and spirit.
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