Special Focus: Daoist Spleen-Nourishing Harmony Gong Introduction

This practice is the core module within the Renti System for cultivating and supplementing the "Postnatal Foundation" (the root of vitality acquired after birth). It does not pursue vigorous movements or forceful dredging. Instead, it directly targets the body's "Middle Jiao" (the spleen and stomach system) through gentle, circular, and integrated Daoyin (guided stretching), deep abdominal breathing, and specific mental visualization. Its fundamental aims are to fortify the spleen, harmonize the stomach, transform dampness, raise the clear Qi, and enhance the body's transformative and transporting functions. Its character is supremely soft and harmonious, akin to the virtue of Earth that carries and nurtures all things. 

I. Core Concepts and Positioning 

1. The Spleen Governs the Central Earth, The Source of Qi and Blood Generation: In Daoist and Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, the Spleen and Stomach belong to the Earth element, reside in the center, and are the core of energy transformation. This practice directly strengthens this "central pivot," aiming to enhance the body's capacity to generate life energy (Qi and Blood) at its source.

2. Seeking Stillness within Movement, Aiming to Nourish Rather than Dredge: Unlike the "Moving and Draining" nature of practices like "Meridian Dredging Patting Gong," this practice belongs to the "Moving and Tonifying" category. Movements are primarily designed as gentle rotations and presses centered around the navel (Shenque point), guiding Qi and Blood to warmly bathe and nourish the spleen-stomach region.

3. High Integration of Form, Breath, and Intention: Every movement is strictly coordinated with the rising, falling, opening, and closing of the breath, supported by warm, transformative internal imagery (e.g., visualizing sunlight shining on the abdomen, golden energy rotating). This achieves the simultaneous nourishment of both body and mind.

4. Positioning within the System: It serves as the "Energy Supply Station" for the entire practice system. It is particularly suitable for practice after performing more "draining" or overly "active" exercises, or when the body feels weak or experiences indigestion, serving to balance and nourish.

II. Core Benefits 

· Improves Digestive Function: Directly promotes gastrointestinal peristalsis, alleviating issues like bloating, indigestion, poor appetite, or loose stools.

· Elevates Middle Jiao Qi: Provides significant improvement for feelings of fatigue and weakness, shortness of breath when speaking, and tendencies towards organ prolapse (sinking of Middle Jiao Qi).

· Transforms Dampness and Dispels Turbidity: Helps the body transform and transport fluids/dampness, regulating sensations of bodily heaviness, excessive phlegm, and a thick, greasy tongue coating.

· Calms the Spirit and Steadies the Mind: The Spleen/Stomach is related to overthinking (which can harm the Spleen). By relaxing the abdomen, this practice indirectly alleviates tension caused by excessive contemplation, aiding sleep.

· Long-term Facial Nourishment: "The Spleen governs the muscles" and "its bloom manifests on the lips." Long-term practice helps improve a sallow facial complexion and muscle laxity, promoting a radiant complexion and full lips.

This course includes: 

· A demonstration practice (18 minutes) for easy follow-along.

· Practice tips.

· A course format composed of 6 optimal movements carefully selected by Master Mingjing based on human structure.

III. Practice Guidelines 

1. Optimal Time: Practice is most effective during Chen Shi (7-9 AM, Stomach Meridian time) or Si Shi (9-11 AM, Spleen Meridian time). Practice at least one hour after meals.

2. Environment and State: Practice in a warm, quiet, and draft-free environment. Relax the mind and spirit, adopting an attitude of gratitude and nourishing the body.

3. Intensity and Frequency: Movements must be gentle, slow, and连贯. The intensity should feel comfortable, with warmth in the abdomen being ideal. Practice 1-2 times daily; consistency is key.

4. Breathing Principle: Use deep, long, fine, and even abdominal breathing throughout, matching the breath duration to the movement amplitude.

IV. Important Notes and Contraindications 

· Most Suitable For: 

o Individuals with spleen-stomach weakness, indigestion, sallow complexion.

o Those prone to overthinking, engaged in heavy mental labor, feeling "mentally exhausted."

o People with sedentary lifestyles lacking exercise, leading to stagnant Middle Jiao Qi dynamics.

o As a gentle recovery practice after major illness or postpartum (under medical guidance).

· Contraindications and Cautions: 

o Acute Abdominal Conditions: Such as active gastric ulcers, acute gastroenteritis, or unexplained abdominal pain. Practice is prohibited. 

o Not suitable when overly full or excessively hungry.

o Pregnant women should exercise caution with abdominal rubbing and acupoint pressure, or practice under professional guidance.

o Those with unhealed major surgical wounds on the abdomen should avoid the affected area.

· Key Distinction: This practice is fundamentally different from intense abdominal exercises (e.g., crunches). It pursues the internal stirring and harmony of Qi and Blood, not the fatiguing contraction of muscles. The feeling after practice should be warmth and comfort in the abdomen, and peace in body and mind, not soreness.

Conclusion

"Daoist Spleen-Nourishing Harmony Gong" is like a gentle, benevolent elder, silently nourishing the foundation of life in an unhurried and measured way. In the fast-paced, high-pressure modern life characterized by dietary indiscipline, dedicating a few moments daily to this practice is the best maintenance and recharging for the body's "Central Power Station." When the Spleen and Stomach are harmonious, all ailments find peace. This is a superior strategy for health cultivation.