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Hello friends,
Thank you for stopping in!
Feel free to use this space like a safe and refreshing haven, a service station of sorts… a rest stop for relieving oneself of whatever is not helpful, as well as revitalizing for the continuation of the adventure.
I’ve always loved creating practical and illuminating work that brings momentary, and often long-lasting inner connection…leading to curiosity as to the nature of things, internal as well as external. It is my heartfelt desire that this site will serve that purpose for you. Toward that intention, I’m grateful to include the brilliant art of my dear friend, Saya Behnam, as visual poetry.
And if you like what you feel here, I lead online Qi Gong classes about 45 out of 52 weeks a year! Check out my Qi Gong page.
Much love,
Lana Reed
Qi Gong
Working directly with the body's energy
Qi Gong brings more healing energy into the body and most especially into the hands. You can feel it while practicing and you can call on that space when you want to elicit healing energy. You become more aware of the energy in you, around you, and between you and others.
Qi Gong is often practiced in a natural outdoor environment. While walking in the forest, I will often stop for a few minutes of Qi Gong, no mat or equipment needed. Qi Gong expresses a respect and love of nature, even in the names of the movements—like Moon over the Lake, Pebble in the Pond, Bear Climbs the Mountain.
"If you have a teen, you know that connecting can be challenging. For the past year, doing Qi Gong together has become a special time for me and my 14-year-old son, who says that he "likes it more than yoga," and that it "disconnects him from regular reality." I am grateful for Lana’s video classes-- my teen goes into them without having to be convinced of its benefits!"
M. Stonestreet
"I didn’t think anything could help my stress levels while in Graduate School, but your Qi Gong 6-week online series made such a tremendous difference in helping me cope. I felt much more in the flow of things. I am now a huge fan!"
K. McCafferty
Wed, Mar 06zoom videosMar 06, 2024, 9:00 AM – Jul 27, 2024, 10:00 PMzoom videosMar 06, 2024, 9:00 AM – Jul 27, 2024, 10:00 PMzoom videosFor the same price as one six-week session ($49), you will have on-demand access to Lana's previous zoom classes.These on-demand videos will be offered as an alternative to Lana's live online classes from March 6 to July 22 2024. After that date, on-demand access ends as Lana resumes offering live o
Mon, Jan 01Radiance YogaJan 01, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ESTRadiance Yoga, 701 Prince St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USAJan 01, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ESTRadiance Yoga, 701 Prince St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USAHow do we find balance in our lives? One very effective way to create a balanced state of mind is with yoga and Qi Gong. Start your new year off right with this uplifting workshop. Live online and in person at Radiance Yoga, Alexandria VA
Fri, Oct 27Linden, VA 22642, USAOct 27, 2023, 4:00 PM EDT – Oct 29, 2023, 3:00 PM EDTLinden, VA 22642, USA
Fri, Aug 11on zoomAug 11, 2023, 1:00 PM EDT – Aug 14, 2023, 4:00 PM EDTon zoomAug 11, 2023, 1:00 PM EDT – Aug 14, 2023, 4:00 PM EDTon zoomBreathing practices for self-regulation: focus, attention as well as calming and releasing anxiety. Learn how to bring stillness to the body and mind Yoga & Qi Gong breaks throughout the course Practice in befriending yourself NO MATTER WHAT
Fri, Jul 14Near Front Royal VAJul 14, 2023, 4:00 PM EDT – Jul 16, 2023, 3:00 PM EDTNear Front Royal VA
Sat, Jun 24AlexandriaJun 24, 2023, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMAlexandria, 701 Prince St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Sat, Jun 17Linden, VA 22642, USAJun 17, 2023, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PMLinden, VA 22642, USA
Sat, Apr 08zoom eventApr 08, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EDTzoom event
Sat, Apr 01Online EventApr 01, 2023, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PMOnline Event
Feb 19, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ESTZoom OnlineQi Gong, based in 4000 years of Chinese Meridian Medicine, flowing mindful movements, tapping pressure points, and quick, releasing movements coordinated with breath. And the best thing about it? It's fun, relaxing, and doable for everyone--teens through seniors!
Jan 07, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ESTVirtual EventDoable for all levels of health and abilities, Qi Gong (Chi Gong) is based in acupressure points and energy meridians and consists of flowing mindful movements, quick stress-releasing exercises and pressure point tapping. It's easy, fun, and relaxing!
Benefits of Qi Gong
Qi Gong is the epitome of mindful movement. You are always present to NOW in Qi Gong.
There is never a goal. It looks and feels like you are moving in slow motion, and that allows you to be present to every single delightful second of your practice, and you may find that you take that peaceful presence with you as you journey through your life.
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Relieves physical discomfort and mental anxiety
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Reduces stress levels and brightens one’s outlook
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Creates beneficial slow breathing habits
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Gently wakes up joints and creates flexibility
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Is easy to practice anywhere, no special equipment needed.
One of the best exercises for joints and mobility: NIH study
Recommended for bone health and balance: NIH study
Other benefits of Qi Gong: NIH study
