But what’s happening inside of your brain as you follow this simple instruction? In honor of the season of gratitude and joy, let’s cross the street to the intersection of energetics and neuroscience to find out.

It’s great to see Qigong and other mindfulness practices being studied so that we can understand just how and why they are so effective. Across all of these studies, we can see how these arts reduce inflammation, lower cortisol, improve blood pressure, regulate insulin metabolism, and much more.

From an energetic perspective, one focused on the waxing and waning of Qi and of the Five Elements through their annual cycle, I would actually argue that spring and summer are the best times to take up a habit or focus on building a goal.

Winter is giving way to spring, day upon day, giving all of us a measure of hope, warmth, and familiar allergens. Fortunately, the wisdom of Chinese medicine has passed down acupressure and Qigong tools to us as we fight off rising pollen counts and everything else that makes us sniffle and sneeze as the earth wakes up.

Now more than ever, it lies to the power of our minds to help us find peace and joy. Our Qigong training holds the key to get there.

In Chinese medicine, all of our organs have an associated emotion, all governed by the heart. But how does this sovereign work?

The new year ahead ushers in new energy. Learn about the upcoming snake energy and how to use it to your good fortune in the year to come.

Mental clarity is such an enormous benefit of our Qigong practice. During uncertain times, put it to use more than ever.

Get to know these extraordinary systems and the work they do for us day in and day out.

Autoimmunity is on the rise. Fortunately we have a powerful tool in Cosmos Qigong to address it.

If you struggle with keeping your New Year's resolutions, here's an energetic reframe for you.

Qigong not only helps restore physical and emotional health, but also cleanses our karma for lifetimes to come.

Do you struggle with building healthy habits? Learn how to work with your own psychology so you can build a habit out of anything

This month's post dives into one of the most frequently asked questions in my classes.

The year of the water rabbit is almost upon us! Check out this post to learn what you can expect from it.

Keep your train of mindfulness on the rails this holiday season with these simple tips.

What really happens in our bodies and brains when we call up emotions? Turns out gratitude has a powerful impact on our health.

All about staying healthy in the fall and the season of the Metal Element.

Fire Element energy is the dominant energy of the summer season. Learn how to use this energy to stay healthy all year long.

Springtime is the season of the Wood Element. Learning to live in harmony with the element of a season sets you up for health all year long.