Often, our daily commitments, especially those related to work and family, leave us with little time to dedicate to ourselves. But when the moment to pause arrives we begin to wonder if we have taken care of ourselves with the same passion that we dedicate to our work and others.
And that’s when we realize that our spirituality has been set aside, along with a part of our physical, mental, and emotional health.
Spirituality is the thread that connects our inner being with the world around us. It is the journey of discovering the deeper meaning of our existence and the connection to something greater than ourselves.
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But How Does Spirituality Relate to Health and Longevity?
The answer lies in balance. Spirituality helps us find a sense of inner peace and nourish our soul. When we integrate the spiritual dimension into our daily lives, we discover a balance that positively influences our overall health.
The practice of mindfulness, meditation, and Qi Gong are precious tools that allow us to connect with our inner being. These moments of stillness and reflection enable us to reconnect with our inner wisdom, listen to our needs, and align our values with our actions. Qi Gong, in particular, offers us an opportunity to release accumulated stress and find inner calm. As the saying goes, “When it’s calm inside, it’s calm outside”.
Now—yes, right now—wherever you are, stand up and take a deep breath. Take another one. Raise your hands and gaze towards the sky, and take another deep breath.
This simple exercise will help you shift to a tranquil inner place where you can find deep serenity and a connection with yourself. A place where you can allow your spirituality to flourish, bringing rejuvenation both inside and outside of you.
It takes very little to create a precious ritual in which you can reconnect with your inner wisdom, letting go of the noise of the external world and finding an oasis of peace and calm. But if you don’t truly try it, these will only be words to you.
Through Qi Gong, you can explore the depths of your consciousness, free yourself from limiting thoughts, and open the door to a higher dimension of awareness.
On the other hand, this energetic practice allows you to balance and harmonize the vital flow of your body, nourishing your life energy (Qi) and restoring balance in your energy meridians. It stimulates the process of cellular rejuvenation. This means that not only will you awaken inner vitality, but your body will also start to radiate with vibrant energy, a more youthful appearance, and increased vitality.
Don’t believe it? Just ask the eighty-year-old Chinese practitioners in the parks, performing movements that are nearly impossible for a Westerner of their age!
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