What is Qi (Chi)?
Qi (Chi) is defined as vital life energy, an energy which is able to demonstrate power and strength. This energy can have many forms including: electricity, magnetism, heat and light. When something is alive, the Chinese call it “vital Qi” (Huo Qi). When Chinese use the word Qi, it can mean “energy” or the “state of the energy” within the person. Qi can be thought of as the basic or fundamental life force. You might want to think of Qi as something similar to electricity. You cannot see it, yet you know it is there and it can be felt. By understanding that all things in life are just different forms of the same energy (Qi), you can see why wise men have stated that “all things are one.” Qi transforms and impacts thoughts, emotions, vision, hearing, taste, smell, memory, mood, motivation, desires, physical movement, perceptions, mental will, and your spirit. From a metaphysical perspective, energy (Qi) never remains constant. It is dynamic and always changing and transforming. Qi has al
