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Here you will find a collection of informative news, science and research articles related to our integrated wellness mission as well as perspective pieces written by Sifu Chris, Sifu Fayne and other contributing authors who are speaking from the heart.

"Happy Memorial Day" ?! Really...Still?

May 29, 2023

This morning I received a promotional text from a local Car Wash Company. "Happy Memorial Day Weekend from ********* Auto Spa! Honoring our heroes with a sparkling tribute. Stop by today and shine on with us! 🇺🇸🚗✨" I do not know what the message was trying to convey with words like honor and tribute, but to me, It was triggering. To be clear, I am not angry at them or asking they be boycotted for their lack of awareness / sensitivity. I simply want to vent a moment about something that, at this point, with so many wars and lives lost in our recent past, should be a given. Memorial Day is for our fallen brothers and sisters. PERIOD.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

In Memory Of: Roger Stainbrook

February 3, 2023

Many years ago, as part of my grieving process, I started a tradition of sitting with the memory of those I care about after their transition from this plane of existence. My goal is to honor them by recognizing the gift(s) they gave me to carry forward in my life. I write this for my first KungFu, Tai Chi, Qigong Teacher in honor of our almost 32 year relationship.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

In Memory Of: Shar Fromhoff

February 3, 2023

Many years ago, as part of my grieving process, I started a tradition of sitting with the memory of those I care about after their transition from this plane of existence. My goal is to honor them by recognizing the gift(s) they gave me to carry forward in my life. I write this for my beloved Mother-In-Law Shar Fromhoff in honor of our almost 33 year relationship.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

F*@K New Years Resolutions

December 30, 2022

I was at a loss to understand why we start out with the best of intentions but somehow lose steam, and fade away in such a short time, until I started studying the 5 Element Model of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

ASIAN BODYWORK

July 3, 2022

Sifu Chris was recently interviewed for an article on Asian Bodywork Therapies for Massage Magazine.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

What Is Qigong? A Beginner’s Guide to This Energetic Movement Practice

December 30, 2022

Sifu Chris was interviewed by Lauren Bedosky for a medically reviewed article on Qigong recently.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

Qigong Principles In Action

December 30, 2022

COVID-19 has thrown all of us some curve balls, we at SimplyAware are really good at playing catch.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

The Powerful Sleeping Brain

November 5, 2021

This video demonstrates how the body flushes toxins out of the brain at night while we sleep. Ancient Medical Qigong texts and training describe this process as a pulsing of the spine and spinal fluid. This video demonstrates this to be true and a very powerful tool for keeping your brain healthy.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

It has been 6 Years

November 5, 2021

January 30th it will be 6 years since my Mom passed away of cancer, and it's myriad of complications. So, this is the 5th year I find myself thinking about my Mom, on her birthday - January 23rd. However, this year is different. very different.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

NOW is the Time for Tai Chi

November 5, 2021

Ready? Set! Now! No wait. Now. OK, here it comes...Now! Now is all we have really, and Now...its gone

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

FEAR is a powerful motivator and the media knows it

November 5, 2021

We live in Dallas, Texas. Some 400 miles north of the Hurricane Harvey aftermath and flooding currently overwhelming our southern most neighbors in greater Houston and southern Louisiana.

Chris Bouguyon
Chris is a Certified Medical Qigong Therapist with deep training and experience in physical therapy, behavioral health and neuroscience. He has worked extensively in Military and Law Enforcement communities and specializes in trauma recovery and integration.

Tai Chi: Meditation in Motion? Really?

November 5, 2021

Tai Chi is often called "Meditation in Motion". While this conjures up imagery of students basking in the morning sun, gracefully moving through their forms, reflections dancing gently on a nearby pond, I personally feel it is a bit misleading, especially during the first few years of Tai Chi training when simple coordination and concentration are such an effort.

Tai Chi and Qigong for Pain Management

November 5, 2021

I have always felt strongly about how well Tai Chi and Qigong can strengthen and heal the body, mind and spirit. Whether the pain / injury is acute or chronic, many, many people have found relief and even resolution within the halls of Tai Chi and Qigong training. This week it was my turn to put these theories to the test.

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