Category Archives: Longevity

From the Doctor — A New Love Story

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Nadia

[From the Doctor] A New Love Story Nadia Linda Hole, M.D.   “Enjoy life. There’s plenty of time to be dead” – Hans Christian Andersen “From your I AM is born … the song that beautifies all” – Aramaic Lord’s … Continue reading →

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The Longevity of Primordial Wuji Qigong

Posted on December 24, 2013 by GuestWriter

The Longevity of Primordial Wuji Qigong by Shifu Michael Rinaldini (Written 2008, edited 2013) One of my favorite longevity qigong forms is Primordial Wuji Qigong. The form I practice is technically mine in origins, but the philosophy behind it belongs … Continue reading →

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Truths About Tai Chi for Health and Longevity

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Eric Borreson

Truths About Tai Chi for Health and Longevity By Eric Borreson Many scientific studies of tai chi have shown that there are significant medical benefits to practicing tai chi. These benefits include good health and longevity. However, these studies don’t … Continue reading →

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Roses and Longevity

Posted on December 24, 2013 by GuestWriter

Roses and Longevity By Katrina Everhart Roses given round the world indicate friendship, as well as love. Commonly used in perfumes, potpourri, sachets, and aerosols for their pleasant smell, roses look pretty, smell wonderful, and last longer than many flowers. … Continue reading →

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Old Man of the South Pole

Posted on December 24, 2013 by GuestWriter

[Tale from the Dao] Old Man of the South Pole by Roy Hanney Shòu Xīng 寿星, is the Star of Longevity. The earliest known record of Shòu Xīng as a deity is the Shǐ jí 史籍 (historical records, 149–90 BC). … Continue reading →

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Selected Secrets and Maxims of Longevity by Famous Chinese

Posted on September 17, 2011 by Kevin Chen

Lao-tzu lived to be 160 years old. He had three treasures to support attaining longevity: kindness, thriftiness, and modesty. His longevity maxim was: “Let nature take its course; remain detached and lower your desire; apply qigong to nurture your spirit, and swallow saliva to nurture your life.” (顺其自然；恬然寡欲；气功养神；咽津养生) Continue reading →

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Life-nurturing regimen: As revealed by a centenarian

Posted on September 16, 2011 by GuestWriter

If someone can live to the ripe old age of 101 years without any major health problems, still retain his natural teeth and the ability to read newspapers without glasses; he must have kept a good health regimen. With this in mind, Mr. Kai-chen Tsui (崔介忱), was interviewed by Taipei United Daily News reporters who hoped too learn his secret of longevity. Continue reading →

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