About this Event
“True healing or awakening doesn’t happen by escaping the body but rather descending deeper into it. Ocean surface no matter how turbulent, its depth remains still.”
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Syra Khan leads a Qigong workshop inviting participants to cultivate and nourish Yin, the vital substance that anchors consciousness, regulates central nervous system, and supports resilience in times of stress. Drawing from the wisdom of Chinese medicine and Qigong Philosophy, the workshop focuses on the relationship between the Heart Fire and the Kidneys Water, restoring communication between these two essential organs during the height of summer when the heat, activity and stimulation naturally increases.
Through gentle Qigong movements, connection with water and the moon, Taoist breathing practices and Qi sleeping participants are invited to replenish their inner reserves, settle mind, and descend deeper into the body. As yin is cultivated, yang/ consciousness is also rooted in the body, and the body capacity to sustain life increases.
Heart and Kidneys are in constant communication, the weaker the relationship the scattered the mind, disconnection from body, deregulated emotions and nervous system. Blood is unable to circulate the consciousness properly and Shen becomes disturbed. When Shen is disturbed racing thoughts, anxiety, agitation, insomnia, scattered attention, feeling ungrounded and feeling out of oneself manifests.
What is Yin?
Yin is often defined as energy, a personality trait or a force; however in Chinese philosophy it is the substance of life itself: the blood, fluids, tissues and deeper reserves that provide structure and capacity to sustain life. It is matter or “mother” that controls the force, roots as well as give direction to yang/ movement. Just as the wind does not decide its own path, mountains do and just like riverbanks shape the water flow, Yin provides the depth and direction that allows us to experience life in healthy, balanced ways.
Why water and moon?
Water and Moon have long been symbols of Yin. The deeper the water, the less turbulent it becomes. In the same way, a well-nourished nervous system develops the capacity to remain steady amidst the movements of life. Moon impacts the water tides and there is a traditional saying, “when the water is still, the moon reflects itself naturally.” When the body is fully inhabited and rooted, the nervous system becomes regulated. The moon does not need to force its reflection, nor does the water need to strive to receive it.
Bring a yoga mat, a blanket and your opennes for deep relaxation.
Qigong, when practiced with an experienced practitioner, is generally safe. Qigong is complementary to medical care, not a substitute. If you have unique medical conditions, or a family history of mental health challenges, please consult your healthcare provider before participating.
Syra can be reached out via [email protected]
About the Facilitator:
Syra Khan has been practicing Qigong for over a decade and is the founder of The Listening Circle where she weaves Tai Chi Circle wisdom into community, authentic connection and deep listening. Inspired by the Taoist philosophy, her work explores relationship between consciousness, the nervous sytem and embodied awareness. At the heart of Syra's work is a simple realization that awakening is not a retreat from life but a deeper arriving into it. Through Qigong, Syra invites participants to experience a deeper relationship with themselves. She shares her practice with the understanding that one's happiness is not complete without including others in it.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Banyen Books & Sound, 3608 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, Canada
CAD 49.40
