Lifestyle Recommendations

Strengthening the cardiovascular system and the autonomic nervous systems are important aspects to addressing the pattern.

Beneficial activities:

Restorative exercises such as Taiji (Tai Chi) and Yoga will help build and circulate Qi.
Mild cardiovascular exercise (adjusted to your capabilities) should also be incorporated into a regular routine. Examples include: swimming, walking and hiking.
Practices to reduce over stimulation, such as meditation, Qigong, deep breathing programs, etc. should be done on a continuous basis.

Dietary recommendations can be downloaded here Dietary Guidelines for Heart Qi & Yang Deficiency Patterns

Qi Gong Meditations

Summer Sun, Passing Clouds

This is a visualization Qi Gong and can be used therapeutically for this pattern.

While listening intently to this song, visualize clouds passing over the sun on a warm summer day. With practice, you can become better and better at picturing the suggested landscape.

As well as youtube.com, this composition is available via music streaming:

Meditation to Replenish the Heart

This guided meditation directs intent to the channels that help nourish and strengthen the Heart Organ Network.

Practicing to this guided meditation regularly can be used therapeutically for this pattern.

Three Center Meditation

This guided meditation directs intent to three areas in the body where Qi collects - the center of the abdomen, the center of the chest, and the center of the forehead. Focussing on these three areas, helps the body nurture Qi and strengthen the body overall.

Practicing to this guided meditation regularly can be used therapeutically for this pattern.