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Learn Qigong, Tai Chi, and meditation techniques in this 47-minute wellness session designed to help you prepare for and recover from holiday stress. Master the fundamentals of these ancient practices through gentle movements that can be performed either sitting or standing, making them accessible to practitioners of all levels and physical abilities. Discover how to address physical, mental, and emotional stress using the five building blocks of holistic wellness: body, breath, mind, energy, and spirit. Practice specific techniques including Hula-Hoop movements, Lower Energy Center exercises, Baby Crane Flies, Bear Swimming, Crane Flies, Empty-Full Moon Breathing, and Zen Mind meditation. Explore various meditation techniques, visualizations, deep breathing exercises, static and dynamic stretches, and gentle animal-inspired movements that provide practical tools for managing both holiday-related stress and general life challenges. Gain skills in combining movement with mindfulness to create a comprehensive approach to wellness that supports your physical health while promoting mental clarity and emotional balance during the demanding holiday season and beyond.
Syllabus
Qigong, Tai Chi & Meditation for the Holidays (45 min) | Dana-Farber Zakim Center Remote Programming
Taught by
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute