In this special episode of FitChic for Life, Natalie interviews Shi Miao Qing who is a monk at the Shaolin Temple in Europe. In this conversation, Shi Miao speaks about the importance of balancing work and rest, observing the mind, and creating the practice of training the mind to help the body perform better. He also sheds some light on resting. Resting is a fundamental key to relaxing the mind and living a better life.

In terms of training, Shi Miao explains that during a training routine when the body is burning and almost giving up, the mind can come into place and help the body to unblock its limitations and do more. You will also learn the concept of self-mastery (not listening to the mind and being a master over your thoughts). Shi Miao also speaks briefly about his past with anxiety and panic attacks and how he overcame them.

“Don’t fight the mind. If you fight the mind you’re already locked in, and then you’ll give up. Stay calm and step back.” – Shi Miao Qing

Episode Resources

Follow Shi Miao Qing: @dao_tea_qing

Learn more about Shaolin Temple Europe: www.shaolintemple.eu

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