Season 397 Episode 13878
S4 E7 - How to Bring Active Calm to Every Day
How to Bring Active Calm to Every Day with Dan Jones My website: https://www.madelynblair.com #TaiChi, #calm, #action, #PTSD, #control, #emotions, #breathe, Summary: Sifu Dan Jones, master in Tai Chi chuan and more, tells us how to meet the day with both calm and energy to act. He's a real gift. Through breath, body, and mind, we can bring calm. The show has a teaching demonstration to learn the steps to bring calm to your life while facing life's challenges. It's only the beginning, but it works right from the start. In this enlightening episode of Unlocked, host Madelyn Blair converses with Dan Jones, founder of Moving Stillness Healing Arts, to delve into the concept of bringing active calm into our everyday lives. Through his years of expertise in Tai Chi and Qigong, Dan shares insights into how these practices can help cultivate resilience during moments of disruption. By exploring the principles of active calm, breathing techniques, and mindful movement, Dan illustrates how to achieve emotional balance and clarity. This episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to enhance their personal resilience and find tranquility amidst chaos. Overview: In this episode you will: 1. Discover the concept of 'Active Calm' and how it can help manage stress and enhance resilience. 2. Learn about the integration of Tai Chi and Qigong as methods for achieving emotional and physical balance. 3. Understand the importance of proper posture and breathing techniques to cultivate inner peace. 4. Experience a demonstration of fundamental Tai Chi movements to incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine. Guest introduction: Dan Jones is the owner and founder of Moving Stillness Healing Arts, where he teaches the transformative arts of Tai Chi and Qigong, as well as whole food diet and nutrition counseling for holistic health. With a background of over 38 years in law enforcement, and as a board-certified holistic health practitioner, Dan brings a unique perspective to stress management and resilience building. His extensive experience includes undercover operations, hostage negotiations, and executive protection, which inform his understanding of maintaining calm under pressure. Dan's approach to Active Calm empowers individuals to integrate mindfulness and relaxation into daily life for improved well-being and resilience. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Guest Dan Jones 03:12 Dan Jones' Early Life and Resilience 12:04 ActiveCalm: The Concept and Practice 15:50 Applying ActiveCalm in Law Enforcement 19:44 Tai Chi and Mindfulness for Everyday Life 29:21 Practicing Posture and Breathing Techniques 30:37 Understanding and Harnessing Chi 35:34 Demonstration of Tai Chi Movements 45:09 Connecting with Chi in Everyday Life 51:47 Final Thoughts and Audience Engagement
