Discovering Qi: Yoga, Qigong, and the Power of Movement and Breath w/ Aliena Mobley

Deepen Your Yoga Practice

In this episode of Deepen Your Yoga Practice, Lauren Leduc interviews Alienag Mobley, a yoga and Qigong instructor at True Love Yoga. They explore Elena's journey into yoga, her experiences in teacher training, and her transition into Qigong. The conversation delves into the definitions of Qigong, the concept of Qi as life force energy, and the significance of the five elements in Qigong practice. Elena shares insights on balancing the elements, what newcomers can expect in a Qigong class, and the emotional healing aspects of these practices. The episode concludes with advice on deepening one's yoga practice and upcoming workshops.

Takeaways

• Yoga can be a powerful tool for emotional healing.
• Teacher training can deepen one's personal practice.
• Qigong is about energy work and breath work.
• Qi is the life force energy within us.
• The five elements in Qigong differ from yoga's elements.
• The metal element relates to the lungs and letting go.
• Fear can be transformed into wisdom through practice.
• Qigong classes are relaxing yet energizing.
• Creating a daily practice can significantly impact well-being.
• Emotional experiences can be processed through movement.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Yoga and Qigong
01:09 Elena's Journey into Yoga
02:26 Experiences in Yoga Teacher Training
06:40 Exploring Qigong: Definition and Origins
10:41 Understanding Qi: Life Force Energy
12:37 The Five Elements in Qigong
14:55 Balancing the Elements: Metal and Water
17:43 What to Expect in a Qigong Class
20:47 Upcoming Workshops and Emotional Healing
25:47 Advice for Deepening Your Yoga Practice
Join Aliena 1/11/25 for Qi Gong Workshop: Embracing the Water Element at True Love Yoga

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