Little Book of Qi

About the Book

Little Book of Qi is written for anyone who wants to know more about the mysterious energy known as Qi and how to enhance it through Qigong and Tai Chi practice. The author connects insights developed by ancient Taoists, hermits, healers, and warriors for over thousands of years. The book includes Buddhist teaching, feminism, and modern scientific understanding of ourselves and the universe. Janet shares memories of her own journey as a Tai Chi student growing in her practice. Her stories take us into the exciting time at the nexus of the women’s movement and the development of the martial arts on the west coast when women took their place as teachers and warriors. Janet includes simple Qigong practices that allow the reader to experience the principles she teaches in each chapter. These pracitces are healing and restorative. They strengthen the body, calm the mind, and lighten the spirit.

“Simu Seaforth’s ‘Little Book of Qi’ is a fascinating journey into both the ancient roots of Tai Chi and Qigong, as well as the awareness of the energetic nature of our bodies and the universe - a centering “inner awareness” more important in today’s rapid change than at any time in human history.”
-William Douglas, Jr., author of “The Gospel of Science: Mind-Blowing New Science on Ancient Truths to Heal Our Stress, Lives, and Planet” (2nd EDITION, Jan. 1, 2022) and Founder of World Tai Chi and Qigong Day.

“This book is the culmination of decades of experience and wisdom. From the esoteric to the practical key concepts from Qigong, Tai Chi and Daoism are interwoven through relatable stories, descriptions, and movement practices. A great read to all Qi cultivators.”
-Lori Furbush, former Chairperson, Board of Directors at National Qigong Association, teacher at Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Qigong, Yin Yoga, Reiki, and author of “Elemental Moves: Qigong Practices Inspired by Nature.”

“’Little Book of Qi,’ is very engaging, weaving the history in with personal experiences and storytelling. It’s absolutely perfect for beginners and has important depth for seasoned practitioners. It’s a very important book to have!”
-Shifu/Sensei Kore Grate, Executive Director/Head Instructor, Five Element Martial Arts and Healing Center, Minneapolis, MN. Executive Director at AWMAI, Association of Women Martial Artists Instructors.

“I am happy to see Simu Janet Seaforth releasing this book to share her story and experience of how qi-cultivation has helped her life. Janet is an elder of the qi-cultivation community in Sonoma County, and I am eager to hear her perspective and wisdom garnered though decades of consistent practice.”
-Jacob Newell, Daoist priest, Nameless Stream, Old Oak School of Dao, author, and Stewardship Planner/Specialist Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and for Open Space District.

About the Author

Simu Janet Seaforth lives in northern California where she's taught Qigong and Tai Chi for over forty years. Her title means "teacher mother." In 1980, she founded Po Yu Nei Kuan (PYNK), White Cloud Women's Temple School. She created a Qigong set for health ad healing, called PYNK Qigong. She participated in the first Women's Martial Arts trainings and contended at the Fifth Wushu Championships in Huang Shan, China. She has been an activist and advocate for the environment and for women since 1973. In addition to her teaching, she has supported herself as a ceramist, a farmer, and a care giver. All of this work has enriched her understanding of Qi and has deepened he practice and her teaching.