A Conversation with Qigong Practitioner Jeff Primack


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n Western terms, the Chinese word “qi” (pronounced “chi”) is often seen as synonymous with “energy flow.” Qigong is the art of harnessing qi.


that makes people ‘pulse.’ At the physical level, Qigong benefits the practitioner both by oxygenating and by increasing blood flow. What lies beyond physical transformation?


GS JP


The practitioner ex- periences an excep-


tional non-physical healing force. It’s a magnetic, palpable energy that can move people spiritu- ally. When this force is vibrating in your abdomen it leads to what I call “sudden enlightenment.” This physiological shift in con- sciousness is the primary reason I de- vote my life to teaching Qigong. People acquire certainty about their undying spiritual presence because they feel it vibrating inside them. It is difficult to put the higher spiritual levels of Qigong into words. They must be experienced to be known. At the core of Qigong philosophy, is a belief in a ‘true source’ where all energy in the universe origi- nates. Being ‘at one’ with the source has extraordinary potential. Qigong exercise builds energy, which leads to in- creased awareness, spiritual growth, less stress, more patience, compassion, etc.


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Where do you start people out?


Our four day Qi Revolution work- shop starts with “Breath Empow-


erment,” a profound transformational tool, especially in bigger gatherings with a large group energy field. Partici- pants recline on the floor, do special breathing techniques, and flood the body with oxygen and energy. It can


NA Triangle www.natriangle.com they get out of it. GS JP


Definitely true. Once they experi- ence this practice, people are


ready and eager to implement Qigong in their lives. The Qi Revolution work- shop also offers detailed, precise food- based healing knowledge. Food healing is a system of naturopathic medicine known to reverse vital health concerns and is even said to have created im- provements for children with autism.


group energy experience. Tell us a bit about it.


GS JP


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The Circle is a highly focused use of prayer and Qigong. It is the ultimate group energy experience. People hold hands while doing the 9-breath Method, a slow, deep, power- ful breathing technique that can bring a full-body vibration within 45 seconds. It feels so good; like a pleasing electric current going through everyone’s legs, arms and hands.


One thing that stands out for me is the low fee of $99 for


You’ve described the 9-Breath Healing Circle as the ultimate


You’ve described Qigong as a special type of exercise


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feel like a car engine pleasantly humming inside the body. Breath Empowerment is the same technique I used to heal my asthma.


Of course, the more people put into Qigong, the more


these four day workshops. I commend you for making it so affordable.


JP


The low price is a key element in getting this healing information out to increasing numbers of people. The size of these gatherings and the huge “group energy effect” to Qigong is an essential reason these workshops are so successful. The more who come for a workshop, the stronger the group energy field. Some of our four- day Qi Revolution events draw more than 2000 people. When thousands of people all inhale at the same second in a coordinated and precisely timed effort, it creates an incredible energy.


GS JP


Any closing thoughts?


I know life is busy. Everybody has a lot going on. These energy


exercises can increase our personal power and reinforce efforts to take responsibility for our own health. So when we’re in the real world, earning our living and doing our daily tasks, there’ll be vital energy behind what we do and how we live.


Part 1 of this interview appeared in the April Issue of Natural Awakenings.


“Qi Revolution” comes to Asheville’s Crown Plaza Resort JUNE 11-14. Prac- titioner Jeff Primack and 100 instructors teach 4-days of Qigong Training for $99. Call 800-298-8970 or visit www.Qigong. com. See ad on page 7.


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