The
Ontology of Functional Qi - In a
Rhythm
Schedule
9.00 - 6 pm daily. Sunday 9.00 - 5 pm
Day 1
Introduction to the model of
the forces that effect us and our Qi / chi.
Visual and
kinesthetic hands-on
Introduction to the Caduceus as a
model for the dynamics of Qi: pathways, flow, and
energetics [light].
Visual and kinesthetic hands-on.
Lunch
Introduction to kinesiology
as feedback - idiosyncracies, errors and
assumptions
Practice
Introduction to mudras as
communication language - history, classical use, present
neurological models. Initial protocol and
modes.
Practice.
Entry procedures - the language of
'display' - client's presenting features. The idea of
'alarms'.
Practice
Day
2
Historical
overview TCM viz. modern interpretation /
ideas.
Introduction / review of meridian pathways and
concepts
Visual demonstration of conceptual model on
student - seeing the big picture.
Student session -
introduction to initial modes, application of 'entry'
procedure' and mode for meridian / point 'on-display'.
Lunch
Review of initial
difficulties / questions / visual and kinesthetic
practice
Introduction of Mudras - initial line of inquiry.
The three entry procedures - the alarms, dragon rising and
entry of qi.
Meridian exploration - detail: drawing /
tracing.
Introduction to Mudras - The nature of the Tao,
Heaven and Earth and our relationship to it.
Archetypal
elements - 5 elements, Ko cycle and divisible qi.
Practice.
Day
3
Review.
Prenatal / ancestral
or congenital qi and Time as influences. Applicable
modes
Practice - entry - initial protocol - initial inquiry
- challenge for elements of Time
- modified Horary
dynamics.
Lunch
Review.
Introduction to
Mudras - External and internal influences, Ancestral qi,
Pernicious or Sei Qi, Nourishing and Protective Qi and the
relationship to the Jiao or internal spaces.
Practice
Day
4
Review.
Putting the pieces
together. Streamlining the model
How do we use this
efficiently, in practice?
Practice. Auricular therapy and
modes / challenges
Lunch
Review.
Practice for 'in
house'/ real time procedures / use in differing
settings
Practice
Completion review.
A comprehensive
manual is includes with indepth, step-by-step procedure
outlined. The book clarifies, deepens and expands on the
subjects, modes and protocols expounded during the
workshop.