Qigong, Animism, and the Seven Invocations

In this conversation, I'm joined by Thomas Silvani to explore the profound practice of Qigong and the transformative power of the "Animal Frolics." We dive deep into the three levels of Chi, the significance of the Dantians, and how mimicking the movements of animals like the Crane, Tiger, and Bear can help us find flow state and restore our natural vibrancy.Thomas shares insights from his book, discussing how these ancient techniques act as an "exit ramp" from the ego and a "meta-flow state" for the modern world. We also touch on the importance of imagination in practice and how simply noticing the breath of those around us can change the way we communicate.In this video, we discuss:The definition of Chi (Qi) and its three levels: Jing, Chi, and Shen.The three Dantians and how to center your energy.The Seven Animal Invocations: Snake, Tiger, Bear, Crane, Dragonfly, Monkey, and Deer.How to use animal archetypes to navigate daily challenges like stress and finances.The connection between Qigong, animism, and finding flow state.Connect with Thomas Silvani: Website: https://qigongonthego.com