Microcosmic Orbit
There are orbits of energy that rotate inside and outside our body like
the earth around the sun and an electron around its nucleus. The
microcosmic orbit isthe flow of energy that corresponds to our Du and
Ren channels, which circle the inside of our front and back.
When we are born, and the umbilical cord is cut, our flow of energy is
pure and strong. But as societal conditions begin to impact on us,
unhealthy habits form, and emotions become unbalanced: the flow of our
microcosmic orbit weakens. As we get older, the acupoints along the Du
and Ren channels become blocked so the energy to our upper body slows,
thus weakening the orbit even further. The result is poor health, low
energy, and weak spiritual disposition.
In ancient times, microcosmic-orbit exercises were rare because people
were able to strengthen the orbit through their regular Qigong
exercises. As time went on and societal conditions became more negative,
the cultivation exercises of the orbit became stronger.
Developed by a Tai Chi Master and then cultivated by the nuns from Emei
Mountain, the Emei microcosmic-orbit exercise was created and is
effective for both men and women.
The exercise reverses the natural flow of energy using mind focusing and
breathing techniques. As Master Fu says, "We gather and nourish the
powerful energy of the first dantien and then push that energy against
the flow of the orbit. The fire (Yang) energy pushes the water (Yin)
energy of the orbit, thus unclogging the blockages, leading a
practitioner to higher levels of health, healing, and enlightenment."
If you would like to schedule an event in your area or setup a personal healing session contact Teacher David Knoll.
