There are Eight Trigrams (Ba Gua) in our Trigram Flow concept. These are ancient symbols from Chinese Daoism, which represent the fundamental energies of the universe. These symbols are found in both the I Ching (the Book of Changes) and martial arts like Baguazhang (we will using a different art), which emphasizes circular movements and continuous flow.
Each trigram is made up of three lines—either broken (yin) or unbroken (yang)—and symbolizes a natural force, such as heaven, earth, wind, fire, or water.
similarities to sacred sedona circuitry
- Symbolism and Energy: Both systems use symbols to represent energetic forces. While the Eight Trigrams reflect natural elements, the Sacred Circuits represent spiritual energy for our personal transformation.
- Balance and Harmony: The trigrams are often used to balance energy in life, much like Sacred Circuitry aims to align our energy for personal growth.
- Holistic Practice: Just as we focus on each circuit in Sacred Circuitry, the Eight Trigrams can be used individually or together to influence life energy, our health, and personal situations.
- Movement Integration: In martial arts like Baguazhang, movements will follow the circular nature of the trigrams, like how Sacred Sedona Circuits will incorporate movement to embody symbolic energy.
INCORPORATING THEM
We can draw inspiration from the Eight Trigrams to develop a movement meditation based on universal energies rather than any specific origin or entity. Here’s how:
- Elemental Representation: Each movement represents an elemental force or energy that we can easily relate to.
- Balance and Harmony: Present the practice as a balance between internal and external energy. This can help us harmonize with the natural flow of life, like how trigrams are used in Daoist philosophy.
movement simplicity
Movements for each trigram will be kept simple—just 2-4 movements- as this allows for greater focus on our intent behind the practice. This simplicity ensures that the mind-body connection remains the center of our attention, rather than overly complex techniques. In turn, this makes the practice accessible to everyone, including beginners.
Benefits of Simple Movements
- Deeper Focus: Simpler movements allow us to focus more on our intent and our mental visualization of the symbol.
- Energy Flow: Fewer movements help keep our energy flow clear and direct, reinforcing the symbolic meaning of each trigram.
- Accessibility: With simpler movements, anyone, regardless of experience or ability, can participate. It makes the practice inclusive and welcoming.
MUAY BORAN COMPLIMENTS WUDANG QIGONG
Muay Boran
Muay Boran was developed in Thailand as a powerful self-defense art that utilizes our body’s 9 natural weapons: fists, elbows, knees, feet, shins, and head. Known primarily for its striking techniques, it also incorporates wrestling holds, throws, joint locks, and chokeholds. This is a disciplined art that emphasizes doing no more than necessary in teaching us efficiency in both defense and attack. Practicing Muay Boran can promote strength, discipline, and optimal mind-body health for us.
Wudang Qigong
Originating from the ancient Wudang Mountains in China, the practice of Wudang Qigong refines our energy, breath, and spirit which occurs for us through circulation our inner breath through breath work during intentional movements. Calming the mind, embracing emptiness, and balancing the body are results that help us cultivate our inner harmony and clarity.
Blending Muay Boran & Wudang Qigong for Trigram Flow
In Trigram Flow, we combine the dynamic power of Muay Boran with the graceful energy control of Qigong, thus creating a balanced movement meditation. Each practice complements the other- Muay Boran brings fire and strength, while Qigong offers fluidity and calm. Together, they form a seamless transition through the Trigrams, embodying both strength and grace in movement.
This blend of yin and yang energies helps us activate our mind-body connection, with Qigong guiding gentle energy work and Muay Boran representing empowerment and resilience. Each movement reflects the energy of its associated sister practice, Sacred Sedona Circuitry, by bringing a symbolic meaning to our lives through a dynamic, meditative movement.
trigrams outlined
Each trigram below represents a natural force and is used to create a specific movement meditation:
- Heaven – Strong creative force
- Earth – Receptive, nurturing force
- Fire – Brightness, clarity
- Water – Fluidity, adaptability
- Thunder – Sudden force, initiation
- Wind – Gentle yet persistent force
- Mountain – Stillness, stability
- Lake – Joyful, open force
