This is simple,
but simple is not easy.

Ming Wu        

                 by Cynthia Durost   (1/24/12)   

Today, Dr. Ming Wu and I were discussing the impact of fear on health. We have been having a continuing conversation about fear and lifestyle and the Tao for more than twenty years. This conversation has been part of my healing journey.  

Over the last 12 years, I have been diagnosed with three different types of pre-cancer and cancer. Each time, these diagnoses have come with a heavy dose of fear. From my own perspective, I see the current treatments of cancer somewhat like a killing field; cut it out, radiate it and chemo it. If the treatment doesn't kill you, you may survive. Dr. Wu (and others like Dr. Carl Simondton, "The Healing Journey", who has spent 50 years in oncology) sees cancer in a selective light: that cancer may come and go in the human body several times in a lifetime. And, that one can live with cancer if one acts to change the root causes of disease.  

Dr. Wu practices a more holistic approach to healing. He wishes to empower the individual to heal and to practice living in the moment to balance body, mind and spirit. Dr. Wu encourages us to move away from our attachment to illness and fear. We may choose to follow Western medicine, but we should come to understand and listen to our own bodies. The fear with illness can become obsessive and dominate our every moment. Dr. Wu counsels us to let go of the fear and practice healthy living, and "live the life" - become attuned to the reality of living. Dr. Wu has often said to me and others "This is simple, but simple is not easy".  

 The "not easy" part of Dr. Wu's prescription rests on our awareness to our attachment to fear (of death, of course) and on our taking a pro-active stance. In becoming aware, we can practice changing our emotional physical, mental, and spiritual trauma. To become aware does not necessarily mean the absence of illness or that an illness disappears, but that we learn to live with it in harmony with our true self. This approach also requires us to live every minute a life style which helps us face stress, illness and pain. We need to re-examine and experience a better diet, a better way of dealing with stress and our livelihood, and a better treatment of our bodies.   

I once asked Dr. Wu how often he practiced Tai Chi, and he responded "all day long". In order for me as a Westerner to live the life, I had to wake up again to Dr. Wu's message. He is saying live in a flowing manner, a manner without worry, and face each moment consciously. As I began to practice Qi Gong daily, I began to see the effect on all other aspects of my life. Practice and discipline brings me out of the Western analytical mode and into the real flow of living. Doing Qi Gong, Tai Chi or Yoga daily (not just in one class a week) brings the restorative balance Dr. Wu mentions.

Every day, I reflect on the message, "Live the life" and a great joy follows with the practice of doing Qi Gong or Tai Chi. I realize that my continuing conversation with Dr. Wu has been part of this joy and practice. Dr. Wu says that in China the doctor is considered a teacher, and those he treats are his students. From Dr. Wu, I have learned about the Tao, how to practice Qi Gong, how to do Tui Na (Chinese Massage) for family and friends, and how to heal. Dr. Wu has also introduced me to Master Tom Tam and his Tong Ren Healing Systems, and I learn from and participate in at least two Tong Ren sessions per week. I feel healthier than I have ever felt in my whole life because I am learning the Tao, a way of being here now. I feel very blessed and thankful to Dr. Ming Wu for the continuing conversation of my life.

 Cynthia Durost

Age 66

 A note from Cynthia:

I am leading a Qi Gong class every Tuesday from 5:30-6:30pm 

at the Wu Healing Center (76 Nason St., Maynard, MA).   

Join me!!

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Mindfulness Meditation Class 

Dr. Dhammadipa, Abbot of Chuang Yen Monastery

Practicing meditation helps people to eliminate anger; to suppress negative thoughts; to cultivate wholesome mental quality; to experience internal joy and happiness; to develop mindfulness of mind and body. During this event, a systematic approach for walking and sitting meditation will be introduced by Ven Dhammadipa. The beginners and seasoned practitioners are both welcome.   

Venerable Dr. Dhammadipa, Abbot of Chuang Yen Monastery at Carmel, NY is known for his solid background on Buddhist teachings, extensive experience on meditation, and humorous lectures on practical applications of Buddhism in daily life. He was ordained as a monk in the tradition of Theravada since 1987. Travelling far and wide, for meditation techniques as well as for widening his horizons, he has lived and trained in countries such as Taiwan, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Myanmar, India, Europe etc.

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Nick Lomangino demonstrates his recipe for Yummy Bites.  

Yummy Bites, a great snack.

Nick's website: Qi Healing Center  

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4 Week Weight-Loss Program

 This program is offered in both West Hartford, CT
and Maynard, MA.  
In this 4 week class program, you will learn:  

• Qi Gong for weight loss
• Moxa self treatment for weight loss
• How to make MILA Smoothie for weight loss
• How to make soup for weight loss

Fee : $200.00: Includes four classes and the following products (which if purchased separately total $246.00 ):

• 2 bags Mila (16oz)
• 1 bag of GoJi berries (16 Oz)
• 1 bottle Certainly Slim
• 1 Qi Gong for Weightloss DVD
• Cooking with Chi DVD
• One box of moxa for self treatment to open and tonify the Chi in the wireless system in your body.
• TCM book in Self Health  by Dr. Ming Wu.

West Hartford, CT: 45 South Main St., Suite 100

Four Saturdays: 4pm-6pm        Sign Up (Pre-registration Recommended)  

• February  4, 2012
• February 11, 2012
• February 18, 2012
• February 25, 2012

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Brain Support, also known as Ginko Plus, is a safe and effective formula to help improving memory and concentration.* It may be helpful for individuals who suffer from high stress and ADD/ADHD symptoms. It is made of well known Chinese medicinals which have been widely used for many centuries. All natural, no preservatives.     

 

Ingredients: Radix Polygoni Mulltiflori, Ginko Biloba, Fructus schisandrae Chinesensis, Sclerotium, Poriae Cocos, Zizyphus Seed, Cordyceps.

 

   

$20.00 (regular $25.00)  Order Now   

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Qi Gong is the movement and meditation practice on which all Chinese martial arts are based. Doing Qi Gong attracts vital energy to one's body and life. And, a daily practice can reduce stress, prevent and treat illness, establish balance and integrate mind and body with spirit.

The exercises in Dr.Wu's Qi Gong for Healing 1 are designed to support the immune system and promote healing and health.  

 

 

$16 (regular $20)   Order Now     

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 Qi Gong is the movement and meditation practice on which all Chinese martial arts are based. Doing Qi Gong attracts vital energy to one's body and life. And, a daily practice can reduce stress, prevent and treat illness, establish balance and integrate mind and body with spirit. 

 

The movements in Qi Gong for Healing 2 are designed to support increased vitality, increase Yuan Qi, relieve neck pain and low back pain. It has also been found to improve cardiovascular, respiratory, circulatory, lymphatic and digestive functions.  

  

$16 (regular $20)   Order Now     

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Ongoing Classes

Dr. Ming Wu, bio

Wu Healing Qi Gong Class
Mondays: 5:00 - 6:00pm
45 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
(led by Erik Harris, $10/class)

Yang Style Short Form Tai Chi Class - Beginner
Mondays: 6:00 - 7:00pm
45 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
(led by Dr. Ming Wu, $10)

Tong Ren Healing
Mondays: 7:00 - 8:00pm
45 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
(led by Dr. Ming Wu, $10)

Wu Healing Qi Gong Class
Tuesdays: 5:30 - 6:30pm
76 Nason St. Maynard, MA
(led by Cynthia Durost, $18/class, $50 for 4 classes)

Wu Healing Qi Gong Class - Beginner
Tuesdays: 6:00 - 7:00pm, Starting Jan. 17, 2012
Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital
(led by Dr. Ming Wu)

Healing Stretch by Vera
Wednesdays: 7:00 - 8:00pm
45 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
(led by Vera Reed, $10 donation)

Tai Chi Class
Wednesdays: 9:30 - 10:30am
Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital
(led by Dr. Ming Wu)

Wu Healing Qi Gong Class
Wednesdays: 10 :30 - 11:30am
Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital
(led by Dr. Ming Wu)
 
Tai Chi Class
Thursdays: 6:00 - 7:00pm
Health & Wellness Center - Emerson Hospital
(led by Dr. Ming Wu)

Tong Ren Healing
Thursdays: 7:00 - 8:00pm
Maynard, MA
(led by Dr. Ming Wu, $10) 

Tai Chi (Yang Style Long Form)  

Saturdays: 9am - 10noon
45 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
(led by Dr. Nathan & Michele Vinson, $18/class or $50/4 classes) 

 

Tong Ren Healing 

Saturdays: 11am - 12noon
45 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
(led by Margaret Tracy, $10)
 

Wu Healing Qi Gong Class
Saturdays: 12noon - 1:00pm
45 South Main St. West Hartford, CT
(led by Margaret Tracy, $10)

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