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Rethinking Joint Health: The Glucosamine-Dementia Link and the Healing Power of Tai Chi For decades, millions of aging adults worldwide have adhered to a familiar morning ritual: swallowing a daily dose of glucosamine 維骨力....

Rethinking Joint Health: The Glucosamine-Dementia Link and the Healing Power of Tai Chi

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Marc Sabin on Tai Chi, Daoism, and the Spiritual Journey Many people begin practicing Tai Chi to improve their balance, reduce stress, or enhance their health. Yet after years of practice, many discover that Tai Chi offers something far deeper....

Marc Sabin on Tai Chi, Daoism, and the Spiritual Journey

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Navigating the Flow: Tai Chi vs. Qigong

The question arises in nearly every beginner’s class, community center wellness program, and high-level medical symposium: What exactly is the difference between Tai Chi and Qigong, and which one should I practice? The question took center stage at the recent Osher Center’s “the Science of Tai Chi & Qigong at the Whole Person Health” Conference. For researchers, instructors, and dedicated…

Navigating the Flow: Tai Chi vs. Qigong

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A Realization of Art – The Science of Tai Chi & Qigong As Whole Person Health Conference

Written by Bill Donnelly On April 30th and May 1st, 2026, modern science and traditional eastern health systems experienced a meeting of the minds at “The Science of Tai Chi & Qigong As Whole Person Health” conference.  Held at Harvard University, the conference represented a cross section of 400 attendees, from practitioners and policy makers to health care experts and researchers from fifteen…

A Realization of Art – The Science of Tai Chi & Qigong As Whole Person Health Conference

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The Bridge of Energy: A Conversation on Healing, Heritage, and Heart

In the world of internal arts, the physical movement is often the first thing that catches the eye. We see the slow, deliberate grace of Tai Chi or the rhythmic flow of Qigong and admire the strength and coordination required. However, as I recently explored in a profound conversation with Sifu Katherine Davis of New York, the physical form can be the gateway to a much deeper, spiritual, and…

The Bridge of Energy: A Conversation on Healing, Heritage, and Heart

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From Neurobiology to Internal Arts: How Dr. Bronwyn Nishikawa Uses Baguazhang to Improve Balance, Health, and Confidence

Over the past sixteen years, I have written more than 800 articles exploring the people, philosophies, and practices behind the ancient healing art of Tai Chi and Qigong. One question I am often asked is: Where do all these stories come from? The answer is equally simple. I stay curious. I listen to practitioners, teachers, and readers who share their experiences and story leads. Sometimes, a…

From Neurobiology to Internal Arts: How Dr. Bronwyn Nishikawa Uses Baguazhang to Improve Balance, Health, and Confidence

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A Lifetime in Tai Chi: From Childhood Discipline to Teaching Mastery in America

For those who know me as a longtime Tai Chi writer and examiner, it is always a joy to sit down with a fellow practitioner whose life story embodies the art we love. Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with my Tai Chi sister, Master Yijiao Hong—a teacher whose journey from a young martial arts student in China to a respected instructor in the United States reflects discipline, scholarship,…

A Lifetime in Tai Chi: From Childhood Discipline to Teaching Mastery in America

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In the 21st century, kids are not okay. We need to put Tai Chi/Qigong in schools to help them.

From Playful Elephants to Focused Minds: How "Tai Chi for Kids" is Transforming the Classroom

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It is incredible that the 21st century technology brings the ancient healing art and martial art to life.

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Tai Chi, Health, and the Art of Living Well in the 21st Century: A Conversation with Bill Donnelly

In an age defined by rapid technological change, economic uncertainty, and rising healthcare costs, many people feel overwhelmed—physically, mentally, and emotionally. How do we remain healthy, grounded, and clear-minded when the world seems to move faster every year? To explore this question, I sat down once again with my good friend Bill Donnelly—musician, entrepreneur, executive coach,…

Tai Chi, Health, and the Art of Living Well in the 21st Century: A Conversation with Bill Donnelly

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Harnessing Tai Chi for Healing: An Interview with Dr. Ruth Taylor-Piliae

Tai Chi has long been celebrated for its meditative, flowing movements, but in recent decades, modern science has begun to uncover its measurable benefits for health and rehabilitation. Few researchers have contributed more to this body of knowledge than Dr. Ruth E. Taylor-Piliae, an internationally recognized nurse scientist and professor at the University of Arizona College of Nursing. With…

Harnessing Tai Chi for Healing: An Interview with Dr. Ruth Taylor-Piliae

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Tai Chi and Qigong in the Classroom

Authored by Monique Vacval A Brief History of Well-Being and Progressive Education The idea of supporting children’s well-being in schools is not new. Progressive education can be traced back to the early 20th century, when philosopher and educator John Dewey emphasized educating the whole child, including social and emotional development alongside academics. Even earlier, in the 1800s, schools…

Tai Chi and Qigong in the Classroom

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Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi Chuan

Recently in Dengfeng, Henan—the birthplace and center of Shaolin Kung Fu—a heartwarming exchange took place between Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi Chuan. At the conclusion of the event, Grandmaster Chen Zhenglei, a 9th Duan Tai Chi master, was bestowed a special honor by the Shaolin Wushu Association and appointed Honorary Chairman of the Association to collectively promote Wushu, or Chinese martial…

Shaolin Kung Fu and Tai Chi Chuan

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Tai Chi or CBT-I? A Landmark Study on Treating Insomnia in Middle-Aged and Older Adults

Insomnia has quietly become one of the most pervasive public health challenges of our time. Often described as a global “sleep crisis,” chronic insomnia affects millions of people worldwide, with prevalence rates nearly doubling over the past decade. Middle-aged and older adults are particularly vulnerable, facing not only difficulty falling or staying asleep but also the cascading effects of…

Tai Chi or CBT-I? A Landmark Study on Treating Insomnia in Middle-Aged and Older Adults

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The Alchemy of Life: A Conversation on Wudang Arts, Five Elements, and the Joy of Being

In a soulful exchange that bridged the gap between traditional lineage and modern practice, Sifu David Wei and I recently sat down to discuss the profound depths of Daoist internal arts. What began as a playful debate over who was interviewing whom quickly evolved into a masterclass on the Five Elements, the philosophy of Wudang Mountain, and a radical approach to health that prioritizes the…

The Alchemy of Life: A Conversation on Wudang Arts, Five Elements, and the Joy of Being

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A Life in the Internal Martial Arts

In 1957, few Americans had ever heard of Chinese martial arts, let alone trained in them. But for Dr. John Painter, a student of Master Li, Long-dao AKA Frank Li, this ancient tradition would become a lifelong path that blended combat, healing, and philosophy. Over nearly seven decades, John’s journey has taken him from quiet training place of Master Li’s backyard to the pages of martial arts…

A Life in the Internal Martial Arts

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Exploring the Mind-Body Connection: Dr. Helen Lavretsky on Tai Chi, Meditation, and Brain Health

A Distinguished Career in Integrative Medicine It was a distinct honor to interview Dr. Helen Lavretsky, a physician, neuroscientist, and integrative medicine researcher with UCLA whose work has significantly impacted psychiatry and brain health. With decades of experience, Dr. Lavretsky has conducted groundbreaking studies on aging, cognition, mental health, and the therapeutic benefits of…

Exploring the Mind-Body Connection: Dr. Helen Lavretsky on Tai Chi, Meditation, and Brain Health