197 Self-Care & Empowerment Through Qigong: Interview With Jennie Delich

Yoga in the Therapy Room: Strategies for Mental Health Therapists

What is Qigong, and how does it differ from other forms of exercise or meditation? What are the fundamental principles of Qigong, and how do they relate to self-care?

MEET Jennie Delich

Jennie Delich is a qigong instructor and educator who finds joy in inviting others to explore mindful movement. She founded QiCurious Qigong in the belief that ‘qigong is for everyone’ and sees the potential for this accessible practice to have profound effects. The mindful movement of qigong allows human beings to listen in and care for themselves, and in doing so, cultivate creative curiosity. This curiosity opens a world of possibilities with the potential to deeply benefit humans, critters, and the natural world around them. Jennie is a Holden Qigong Certified Teacher and has an additional certificate in Qigong and the Chinese Five Elements from Mimi Kuo-Deemer. She holds an MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and, before turning her sights to qigong, she nurtured a personal practice in belly dance and yoga. Harnessing her background in second language education and movement arts enables her to approach diverse groups with various interests, needs, and levels of practice. As a qigong instructor, she gently guides individuals to explore the practice's physical, emotional, and mental aspects while sensing their shared space within the natural world. Beyond qigong, Jennie finds nourishment in nature. She will likely be clucking with her chickens, gardening, cooking up the fruits of her labor, or tending to trees and community in the Home Orchard Education Center.

Find out more at QiCurious Qigong and connect with Jennie on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

IN THIS PODCAST:

• What is Qigong? 9:39
• How does Qigong work with nature? 14:48
• How can therapists use Qigong as self-care? 21:32
• What are the benefits of Qigong? 24:21

What Is Qigong?

• How can Qigong be integrated with other movement practices?
• When and where did Qigong originate?
• How does Qigong differ from yoga?
• Is Qigong a religious practice?

How Does Qigong Work With Nature?

• How does Qigong integrate the 5 element system?
• The benefits of practicing Qigong in nature
• Movement inspired by nature
• What is the Wuji Posture?

How Can Therapists Use Qigong As Self-Care?

• The importance of personal practice
• Self-reflection and personal growth through Qigong
• Integration into therapeutic practice
• Practical tips for therapists

What Are The Benefits Of Qigong?

• Qigong and depression
• Integrating breathwork
• What are the social and community benefits of Qigong?
• Physical benefits or Qigong
• A Qigong walk-through!!

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Find out more at QiCurious Qigong and connect with Jennie on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube