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What Is the Lower Dantian? Why It Matters in Qigong Practice

The first time warmth gathers in the lower abdomen, it can feel significant. Yet the development of the Dantian begins long before sensation and extends far beyond it. Explore the role of the Lower Dantian in Qigong practice, why it must be cultivated, and how it becomes a centre around which energy, attention and awareness can begin to gather.

No one told me it was going to be like this

No one told me that one day the strategies that had carried me through life would simply stop working. What if menopause isn't just something to get through, but a rite of passage and an invitation to listen differently to the body?

When Qigong Feels Like The Last Thing You’d Ever Try

What if the practice you’d least expect to resonate with became the one that quietly changed your relationship with yourself? A real student story about scepticism, trust and the subtle power of consistent Qigong practice.

Nicole Betts 30/1/26 Nicole Betts 30/1/26

Can You Become a Qigong Teacher After a Short Course? (What It Really Takes)

We live in a world of short courses and quick certifications, where showing up is often seen as enough. But in Qigong, that way of thinking doesn’t hold. This piece explores what it actually takes to develop real skill, and why practice, not attendance, is what makes someone a teacher.

Nicole Betts 1/12/25 Nicole Betts 1/12/25

Is Daily Qigong Worth It? What Students Told Me

Is daily Qigong worth it?T hese reflections and real student experiences reveal how steady practice softens, strengthens and reorganises you from the inside out. When Qigong becomes part of your daily life, something genuine shifts — consistent practice unwinds the nervous system, restores ease and reconnects you with a deeper way of being.

Nicole Betts 3/11/25 Nicole Betts 3/11/25

When Qigong Stops Feeling Easy

Qigong often feels easy at the beginning. The body responds, the movements flow, and the benefits come quickly. But for many, that doesn’t last. There comes a point where the practice feels different, and progress slows. This is where most people either deepen or drift away.

Nicole Betts 29/9/25 Nicole Betts 29/9/25

Why a Certificate Won’t Make You a Qigong Teacher

Many Qigong students leave training with only the “bones” of the forms — the outward shapes without true embodiment or energetic expression. Certification alone can’t bridge that gap. In this post, I share why mentorship, consistent practice, and guidance from an experienced teacher are essential for anyone serious about learning Qigong — and especially for those who want to teach it. Danielle’s story shows how a short, focused mentorship can transform a student from knowing the movements to truly feeling and expressing the practice.

Nicole Betts 26/9/24 Nicole Betts 26/9/24

How to Choose a Qigong Teacher

Most Qigong teaching focuses on movement. That’s not the same as developing real skill. Here’s what actually matters when choosing a Qigong teacher.

Nicole Betts 25/7/24 Nicole Betts 25/7/24

Qigong Teacher Training: Do You Need Accreditation?

Do you need accreditation to teach Qigong? In Australia, and many parts of the world, the answer is often no. But that's not the most important question. This article explores what it truly means to be ready to guide another person's practice and why embodiment, proficiency, discernment and mentorship matter far more than a certificate alone.

Nicole Betts 30/3/24 Nicole Betts 30/3/24

What does it really mean to become a Qigong teacher?

Many people feel inspired to teach Qigong after experiencing its benefits firsthand. But becoming a capable Qigong teacher involves far more than learning forms or completing a certification. Explore the role of practice, Qi skill, cultivation and embodiment in the path of teaching Qigong.