Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi – The Art of Effortless Healing

Shibashi Set 1: Techniques, General Benefits & Internal Organ Support

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Movement Name: Commencing Form

Technique Description: Inhale as arms rise, exhale as they lower. Begin in Wuji.

General Benefits: Calms nerves, regulates breath

Internal Organ Benefits: Strengthens Kidneys, balances Heart and Liver Qi, lowers blood pressure

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Movement Name: Broadening the Chest

Technique Description: Open arms wide on inhale, close on exhale

General Benefits: Opens lungs, relieves depression

Internal Organ Benefits: Expands Heart and Lung meridians, improves circulation and lymph flow

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Movement Name: Painting a Rainbow

Technique Description: Arc one arm overhead while shifting weight

General Benefits: Eases back pain, aids digestion

Internal Organ Benefits: Stimulates Stomach, Heart, and Triple Heater; reduces waist tension

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Movement Name: Separating the Clouds

Technique Description: Cross wrists, lift and separate arms

General Benefits: Boosts stamina, strengthens legs

Internal Organ Benefits: Activates Kidneys, Lungs, and Heart; flushes Qi through chest meridians

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Movement Name: Repulse Monkey

Technique Description: Twist waist, push palm forward

General Benefits: Relieves shoulder tension

Internal Organ Benefits: Stimulates Liver and Gallbladder meridians; eases joint pain and fatigue

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Movement Name: Rowing the Boat

Technique Description: Sweep arms in rowing motion

General Benefits: Enhances digestion, mental clarity

Internal Organ Benefits: Strengthens Kidneys, Bladder, and Stomach; stretches bladder meridian

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Movement Name: Lifting the Ball of Qi

Technique Description: Lift palm across body, alternate sides

General Benefits: Balances blood pressure, improves sleep

Internal Organ Benefits: Activates Spleen’s lifting function; calms mind and supports Kidneys

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Movement Name: Turn and Gaze at the Moon

Technique Description: Turn torso, lift arm behind

General Benefits: Slims waist, improves flexibility

Internal Organ Benefits: Stimulates Liver, Gallbladder, Spleen, and Stomach; aids digestion

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Movement Name: Pushing Palms / Repel Dragon

Technique Description: Push palm diagonally forward

General Benefits: Strengthens core, tones waist

Internal Organ Benefits: Opens Large Intestine meridian; supports Stomach, Spleen, and Kidneys

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Movement Name: Wave Hands Like Clouds

Technique Description: Sweep arms side to side in hugging posture

General Benefits: Calms nervous system, supports digestion

Internal Organ Benefits: Circulates Qi through Heart, Lungs, and Brain; relaxes eyes and mind

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Movement Name: Scooping the Sea & Searching Sky

Technique Description: Scoop low, rise and open arms overhead

General Benefits: Relieves leg pain, improves circulation

Internal Organ Benefits: Connects Earth & Heaven Qi; strengthens Kidneys, Heart, Lungs, and Stomach

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Movement Name: Playing with Waves

Technique Description: Rock forward and back, push arms gently

General Benefits: Strengthens legs, reduces insomnia

Internal Organ Benefits: Stimulates Spleen, Liver, Lungs, Kidneys, and Bladder

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Movement Name: Flying Dove Spreads Wings

Technique Description: Lift arms wide like wings

General Benefits: Opens chest, relieves emotional tension

Internal Organ Benefits: Expands Qi in Heart, Liver, and Lungs; supports respiration and digestion

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Movement Name: Punching in Horse Stance

Technique Description: Punch forward with twist, alternate fists

General Benefits: Builds strength, aids digestion

Internal Organ Benefits: Stimulates Lungs, Nervous System, and Bowels; regulates elimination

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Movement Name: Flying Like a Wild Goose

Technique Description: Raise and lower arms gently

General Benefits: Relieves anxiety, strengthens legs

Internal Organ Benefits: Supports Kidneys, Heart, and Lungs; regulates blood pressure

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Movement Name: Turning the Wheel

Technique Description: Circle arms overhead, rotate torso

General Benefits: Boosts stamina, improves flexibility

Internal Organ Benefits: Flushes Kidneys, activates Liver and Bowel meridians

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Movement Name: Bouncing the Ball of Qi

Technique Description: Lift opposite arm and leg, alternate sides

General Benefits: Enhances coordination, reduces fatigue

Internal Organ Benefits: Harmonizes Brain hemispheres, stimulates Gallbladder, and clears stagnation

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Movement Name: Closing Form / Balancing Qi

Technique Description: Lift palms to chest, press down to dantien

General Benefits: Grounds energy, calms mind

Internal Organ Benefits: Settles Qi in Dantien, regulates Heart, Stomach, and Kidneys