In Chinese, De (德) means virtue—the inner power that arises through cultivating integrity and living in harmony with the Dao. Virtue is ultimately a blessing of Heaven. When we align ourselves with Heaven and Earth, we become receptive to this natural empowerment.

The empowerment of Late Summer is trust: trust in your body’s ability to receive nourishment, trust in life’s unfolding, and trust in your nourishing connection to Source.

This Qigong flow focuses on the Spleen and Stomach, the organs associated with the Earth element and the transformation of nourishment into Qi. It then builds up to the Three Forces Standing Meditation in the Grow phase, aligning Heaven, Earth, and Humanity to awaken inner strength and stability. The practice then focuses

Gentle, intentional movements help clear stagnation, support digestion, strengthen the center, and transform worry and overthinking into trust. Leave the practice feeling centered, nourished, and empowered from within.