Doesn’t this place look like one of those timeworn, stone-bound flying machines from a Studio Ghibli animation? As I meditated here, light appeared swiftly above me, and faint echoes of ancient Celtic chants drifted through the air — perhaps remnants of energies from ages long past. Across the British Isles, including Ireland, lie many such megalithic structures over 5,000 years old. The most famous among them is Stonehenge, whose true purpose remains a mystery even today..
As we cross the halfway mark of 2025, the intensity of the fire qi (energy) I spoke about a few years ago in this video https://youtu.be/R9xuHY5-6Pc is growing stronger by the day. It will reach its first peak by the end of next year. However, this doesn’t mean things will settle down afterward. Like all things, qi takes time to fully manifest into physical events and conditions, which I’ll explain in more detail in future newsletters. During these turbulent times, protective mantras—such as the Marici mantra or those from your own spiritual tradition—are especially important.
I was recently touched to receive heartfelt testimonials from students who have been chanting the mantras I taught in this video https://youtu.be/oQiqzBLYfOs a few months ago. One student shared how the Medicine Buddha mantra, along with some herbal medicines, helped his mother recover from a complicated illness that Western medicine had given up on. Another recounted how the Marici mantra miraculously protected him—he felt a forceful energy push him out of the complex just moments before a major fire broke out and burned the entire building down.
To be honest, I was a little surprised that they experienced such powerful results after just a few months of chanting. As I mentioned in the video, it usually takes tens of thousands of recitations to establish even an initial connection. These outcomes suggest deep dedication with very pure hearts.
These stories reminded me of the importance of sharing real experiences. I’m currently collecting inspiring testimonials for future editions of my new book on Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi – Set 1 & 2. These personal accounts can serve as a valuable source of encouragement—especially for beginners who may not yet feel the qi or experience the benefits. In the early stages of practice, motivation is crucial to staying on the path.
If you or your students have experienced meaningful changes in your life through Shibashi Qigong, I’d love to hear your story. There are format guidelines, and selected submissions will receive a reward. For details, please visit: taichi18.com/story/
Lastly, a gentle reminder: early bird pricing for the upcoming workshops ends July 15.
taichi18.com/workshops/
🌿 Upcoming Workshops with Master Cheung – Register Early!
We’re excited to announce a new season of immersive workshops with Master Cheung, bringing you deeper into the art of Tai Chi, Qigong, and Internal Alchemy. These sessions are ideal for personal growth or instructor certification.
📅 Upcoming Workshops
1. Yi Jin Jing
Date: September 19, 2025
Location: Hastings, United Kingdom
2. Comprehensive Tai Chi Qigong (Instructor) Training – Level III
Date: September 20–21, 2025
Location: Hastings, United Kingdom
3. Yi Jin Jing
Date: September 26, 2025
Location: Bonn, Germany
4. Comprehensive Tai Chi Qigong (Instructor) Training – Level III
Date: September 27–28, 2025
Location: Bonn, Germany
5. Yi Jin Jing
Date: October 17, 2025
Location: Toronto, Canada
6. Comprehensive Tai Chi Qigong (Instructor) Training – Level II
Date: October 18–19, 2025
Location: Toronto, Canada
🔔 Early Bird Discount + Limited Spaces!
Workshops filled up quickly last year, and unfortunately, some students were unable to register due to limited capacity. Avoid disappointment—sign up early to guarantee your spot and enjoy the Early Bird pricing.
For detailed information and to reserve your place, please visit:👉 taichi18.com/workshops
Eye Healing Mantra + Important USA Shipping Update
Shortly after I sent out last month's newsletter about healing sounds and mantras, my master introduced a mantra specifically for eye healing. This mantra demonstrates the first major function of mantra practice which I mentioned in that newsletter: using specific sound frequencies to generate resonant vibrational energy that targets and nourishes particular organs—just like the 6 healing sounds do. In this case, it’s designed to benefit the eyes. ________________________________________
Important Notice: Shipping to the USA
Due to a newly imposed small packet surcharge of US$75, we will no longer be able to ship physical materials from Hong Kong to the USA starting April 24. If you or your students would like to order physical versions of our study courses, please place your order before April 24.
Digital/download versions will continue to be available as usual.
Please note: this change does not affect the physical books Dao De Jing: Unfiltered Thoughts in Motion and Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi – Set 1 & 2, as they remain available on Amazon.
Since its release on December 21, my new book has been ranked #1 among all new titles in the Tai Chi & Qigong category on Amazon—even with a significant portion of sales coming through other channels such as my website and other bookstores.
To make this simple yet effective qigong practice accessible to more people, we’ve launched a Kindle version, now available on Kindle Unlimited. Additionally, we’ve created an exclusive hardcover collector’s edition, which is available only through our website.
If you’ve purchased the book and benefited from practicing Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi, I would greatly appreciate it if you could leave a rating and comment on Amazon. Your feedback will help the book reach and benefit more people. Also, be sure to share this best-selling new release with those who you think will benefit from this book. Thank you for your continued support!
________________________________________
Hexagram for 2025: 革 (Ge) – Revolutionary Changes
The hexagram for 2025, 革 (Ge) , symbolizes revolutionary changes. The fiery energy I discussed two years ago in this video https://youtu.be/R9xuHY5-6Pc is expected to intensify, very likely sparking transformations in various domains such as technology, politics, economics, and culture.
If you haven’t yet felt the effects of this fiery energy, 2025 is the year it begins to manifest noticeably. Now might be a good time to revisit that video for deeper insights.
As I emphasized in the video, these astrological events and energies don’t guarantee specific outcomes. Instead, they create conditions conducive to significant shifts—and this year the timing with I Ching, human factors, and other circumstances are all in place for this to start happening.
These changes are not superficial, like switching from bacon and eggs to an omelet for breakfast. Instead, they resemble a complete transformation, such as moving from an English breakfast to a vegan diet, eating dim sum, or even skipping breakfast entirely.
The fiery energy will also likely challenge and burn away long-held beliefs and assumptions that that our societies and media have been feeding us—including religion, human civilization, the universe, ideologies, and global views, …, etc. For some, this will be exhilarating; for others, it may bring discomfort or emotional distress. Therefore, it’s crucial to approach these changes with an open mind, embrace flexibility (be wuwei, like water), and prepare psychologically for what lies ahead.
While the outcome of these revolutionary changes is uncertain, it depends heavily on humanity’s collective consciousness. By late 2026, as the dust settle, we should start seeing a clearer picture of where these shifts are leading.
As the fire energy burn away our collective karma, which is a good thing in the long run, both natural and human-caused disasters are likely to increase in frequency and intensity during this period. Contrary to popular belief, our collective consciousness can mitigate the impact of natural disasters—or even avert some of them. This makes it more important than ever to focus less on material pursuits and more on nurturing our inner selves.
In the next newsletter, most likely in a long video format, I’ll share some practices to protect yourself and maintain balance during these turbulent times.
________________________________________
Physical Objects and Their Energy’s Impact on Humans
Last week, my master asked me to help translate his teachings into English. Interestingly, his insights align with the themes of this newsletter, particularly regarding how celestial bodies influence us. Here’s an excerpt:
“Let me start by giving you some examples:
Imagine in a vast, open area, if there is a sharp object, like a big rock with a sharp edge, pointing at you, you will naturally feel uncomfortable.
If there is a cemetery or crematorium nearby, sensitive individuals will often sense negative or unnatural energy moving around the area.
Another example comes from many years ago when I visited a remote area in Australia. It was a place where nothing existed within a radius of over ten kilometers, except for a small convenience store. I went there to buy a soda, and from a great distance—so far away that I couldn’t hear any sound or see any trace of a vehicle—I could already feel the oppressive energy emanating from an approaching truck.
What’s even more remarkable is that after the truck had passed, the oppressive energy it left behind lingered in the area! This phenomenon illustrates how an object’s movement leaves an energetic trace in its path.
Another example occurred when I was participating in a group meditation in a sport stadium in Thailand. During my meditation, I experienced strange and vivid images of fencing matches. Later, I learned that this location had recently hosted fencing events during the Asian Games.
In reality, every thought and action of a person gets stored in a particular space—some refer to this as the "Akashic Records." This phenomenon is the result of energy generated by the concentration of human thoughts and intentions.
Similarly, the trajectory of stars in the sky, as well as the arrangement of objects in Feng Shui, carries the same significance. Even though the stars in the sky are far away from us, their trajectories indirectly influence Earth.
A simple example is the moon. The moon's distance from Earth affects the tides. Since over 70% of the human body is water, the moon’s position also influences human psychology and physiology.
Even Buddhist and Daoist teachings mention that solar and lunar eclipses impact humans. However, not everyone on Earth can witness these events directly. Those in areas where the events are visible experience stronger effects, while those who don’t see them still feel indirect influences.
Take Mars as an example. Known as the "planet of the warrior," its fiery and aggressive energy can evoke excitement and agitation in people. However, these effects typically take some time to manifest, rather than appearing immediately after celestial events like eclipses.
The trajectories of planets can be calculated, which forms the basis of astrology as an attempt to predict their effects. However, compared to the perception of an advanced spiritual practitioner who has reached a certain level, the influence of planetary trajectories calculated through astrology is less impactful. A true practitioner can directly feel the energy emanating from these celestial movements and understand their effects on a much deeper level.
New Shibashi Book & A Movement Update Video for Set 2
Many of you have asked over the years whether you can purchase the Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi Set 1 and Set 2 manuals separately from the Home Study Course Package. The answer is finally here! I have combined the two manuals into a new book, now available in three different formats at very affordable prices.
Throughout my more than two decades of teaching, students have often asked me to recommend a specific version of the Dao De Jing / Tao Te Ching. Unfortunately, I rarely read English translations myself, as I found most to be heavily philosophical, focusing on just one aspect of the Dao De Jing's teachings. This made it difficult to recommend any particular version. Now, I’m excited to finally have an English version I can confidently recommend to everyone!
Click the link below for more details and read a sample.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of our school, we are pleased to offer a 20% discount on all home study courses (excluding any products with Zoom sessions) for 20 days, from June 20 to July 10. Simply apply the coupon code 202020 at checkout.
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Doesn’t this place look like one of those timeworn, stone-bound flying machines from a Studio Ghibli animation?
As I meditated here, light appeared swiftly above me, and faint echoes of ancient Celtic chants drifted through the air — perhaps remnants of energies from ages long past.
Across the British Isles, including Ireland, lie many such megalithic structures over 5,000 years old.
The most famous among them is Stonehenge, whose true purpose remains a mystery even today..
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As we cross the halfway mark of 2025, the intensity of the fire qi (energy) I spoke about a few years ago in this video https://youtu.be/R9xuHY5-6Pc is growing stronger by the day. It will reach its first peak by the end of next year. However, this doesn’t mean things will settle down afterward. Like all things, qi takes time to fully manifest into physical events and conditions, which I’ll explain in more detail in future newsletters. During these turbulent times, protective mantras—such as the Marici mantra or those from your own spiritual tradition—are especially important.
I was recently touched to receive heartfelt testimonials from students who have been chanting the mantras I taught in this video https://youtu.be/oQiqzBLYfOs a few months ago. One student shared how the Medicine Buddha mantra, along with some herbal medicines, helped his mother recover from a complicated illness that Western medicine had given up on. Another recounted how the Marici mantra miraculously protected him—he felt a forceful energy push him out of the complex just moments before a major fire broke out and burned the entire building down.
To be honest, I was a little surprised that they experienced such powerful results after just a few months of chanting. As I mentioned in the video, it usually takes tens of thousands of recitations to establish even an initial connection. These outcomes suggest deep dedication with very pure hearts.
These stories reminded me of the importance of sharing real experiences. I’m currently collecting inspiring testimonials for future editions of my new book on Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi – Set 1 & 2. These personal accounts can serve as a valuable source of encouragement—especially for beginners who may not yet feel the qi or experience the benefits. In the early stages of practice, motivation is crucial to staying on the path.
If you or your students have experienced meaningful changes in your life through Shibashi Qigong, I’d love to hear your story. There are format guidelines, and selected submissions will receive a reward. For details, please visit: taichi18.com/story/
Lastly, a gentle reminder: early bird pricing for the upcoming workshops ends July 15.
taichi18.com/workshops/
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🌿 Upcoming Workshops with Master Cheung – Register Early!
We’re excited to announce a new season of immersive workshops with Master Cheung, bringing you deeper into the art of Tai Chi, Qigong, and Internal Alchemy. These sessions are ideal for personal growth or instructor certification.
📅 Upcoming Workshops
1. Yi Jin Jing
Date: September 19, 2025
Location: Hastings, United Kingdom
2. Comprehensive Tai Chi Qigong (Instructor) Training – Level III
Date: September 20–21, 2025
Location: Hastings, United Kingdom
3. Yi Jin Jing
Date: September 26, 2025
Location: Bonn, Germany
4. Comprehensive Tai Chi Qigong (Instructor) Training – Level III
Date: September 27–28, 2025
Location: Bonn, Germany
5. Yi Jin Jing
Date: October 17, 2025
Location: Toronto, Canada
6. Comprehensive Tai Chi Qigong (Instructor) Training – Level II
Date: October 18–19, 2025
Location: Toronto, Canada
🔔 Early Bird Discount + Limited Spaces!
Workshops filled up quickly last year, and unfortunately, some students were unable to register due to limited capacity. Avoid disappointment—sign up early to guarantee your spot and enjoy the Early Bird pricing.
For detailed information and to reserve your place, please visit:👉 taichi18.com/workshops
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Eye Healing Mantra + Important USA Shipping Update
Shortly after I sent out last month's newsletter about healing sounds and mantras, my master introduced a mantra specifically for eye healing. This mantra demonstrates the first major function of mantra practice which I mentioned in that newsletter: using specific sound frequencies to generate resonant vibrational energy that targets and nourishes particular organs—just like the 6 healing sounds do. In this case, it’s designed to benefit the eyes.
________________________________________
Important Notice: Shipping to the USA
Due to a newly imposed small packet surcharge of US$75, we will no longer be able to ship physical materials from Hong Kong to the USA starting April 24. If you or your students would like to order physical versions of our study courses, please place your order before April 24.
Digital/download versions will continue to be available as usual.
Please note: this change does not affect the physical books Dao De Jing: Unfiltered Thoughts in Motion and Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi – Set 1 & 2, as they remain available on Amazon.
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New Book Now Available on Kindle
Since its release on December 21, my new book has been ranked #1 among all new titles in the Tai Chi & Qigong category on Amazon—even with a significant portion of sales coming through other channels such as my website and other bookstores.
To make this simple yet effective qigong practice accessible to more people, we’ve launched a Kindle version, now available on Kindle Unlimited. Additionally, we’ve created an exclusive hardcover collector’s edition, which is available only through our website.
If you’ve purchased the book and benefited from practicing Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi, I would greatly appreciate it if you could leave a rating and comment on Amazon. Your feedback will help the book reach and benefit more people. Also, be sure to share this best-selling new release with those who you think will benefit from this book. Thank you for your continued support!
________________________________________
Hexagram for 2025: 革 (Ge) – Revolutionary Changes
The hexagram for 2025, 革 (Ge) , symbolizes revolutionary changes. The fiery energy I discussed two years ago in this video https://youtu.be/R9xuHY5-6Pc is expected to intensify, very likely sparking transformations in various domains such as technology, politics, economics, and culture.
If you haven’t yet felt the effects of this fiery energy, 2025 is the year it begins to manifest noticeably. Now might be a good time to revisit that video for deeper insights.
As I emphasized in the video, these astrological events and energies don’t guarantee specific outcomes. Instead, they create conditions conducive to significant shifts—and this year the timing with I Ching, human factors, and other circumstances are all in place for this to start happening.
These changes are not superficial, like switching from bacon and eggs to an omelet for breakfast. Instead, they resemble a complete transformation, such as moving from an English breakfast to a vegan diet, eating dim sum, or even skipping breakfast entirely.
The fiery energy will also likely challenge and burn away long-held beliefs and assumptions that that our societies and media have been feeding us—including religion, human civilization, the universe, ideologies, and global views, …, etc. For some, this will be exhilarating; for others, it may bring discomfort or emotional distress. Therefore, it’s crucial to approach these changes with an open mind, embrace flexibility (be wuwei, like water), and prepare psychologically for what lies ahead.
While the outcome of these revolutionary changes is uncertain, it depends heavily on humanity’s collective consciousness. By late 2026, as the dust settle, we should start seeing a clearer picture of where these shifts are leading.
As the fire energy burn away our collective karma, which is a good thing in the long run, both natural and human-caused disasters are likely to increase in frequency and intensity during this period. Contrary to popular belief, our collective consciousness can mitigate the impact of natural disasters—or even avert some of them. This makes it more important than ever to focus less on material pursuits and more on nurturing our inner selves.
In the next newsletter, most likely in a long video format, I’ll share some practices to protect yourself and maintain balance during these turbulent times.
________________________________________
Physical Objects and Their Energy’s Impact on Humans
Last week, my master asked me to help translate his teachings into English. Interestingly, his insights align with the themes of this newsletter, particularly regarding how celestial bodies influence us. Here’s an excerpt:
“Let me start by giving you some examples:
Imagine in a vast, open area, if there is a sharp object, like a big rock with a sharp edge, pointing at you, you will naturally feel uncomfortable.
If there is a cemetery or crematorium nearby, sensitive individuals will often sense negative or unnatural energy moving around the area.
Another example comes from many years ago when I visited a remote area in Australia. It was a place where nothing existed within a radius of over ten kilometers, except for a small convenience store. I went there to buy a soda, and from a great distance—so far away that I couldn’t hear any sound or see any trace of a vehicle—I could already feel the oppressive energy emanating from an approaching truck.
What’s even more remarkable is that after the truck had passed, the oppressive energy it left behind lingered in the area! This phenomenon illustrates how an object’s movement leaves an energetic trace in its path.
Another example occurred when I was participating in a group meditation in a sport stadium in Thailand. During my meditation, I experienced strange and vivid images of fencing matches. Later, I learned that this location had recently hosted fencing events during the Asian Games.
In reality, every thought and action of a person gets stored in a particular space—some refer to this as the "Akashic Records." This phenomenon is the result of energy generated by the concentration of human thoughts and intentions.
Similarly, the trajectory of stars in the sky, as well as the arrangement of objects in Feng Shui, carries the same significance. Even though the stars in the sky are far away from us, their trajectories indirectly influence Earth.
A simple example is the moon. The moon's distance from Earth affects the tides. Since over 70% of the human body is water, the moon’s position also influences human psychology and physiology.
Even Buddhist and Daoist teachings mention that solar and lunar eclipses impact humans. However, not everyone on Earth can witness these events directly. Those in areas where the events are visible experience stronger effects, while those who don’t see them still feel indirect influences.
Take Mars as an example. Known as the "planet of the warrior," its fiery and aggressive energy can evoke excitement and agitation in people. However, these effects typically take some time to manifest, rather than appearing immediately after celestial events like eclipses.
The trajectories of planets can be calculated, which forms the basis of astrology as an attempt to predict their effects. However, compared to the perception of an advanced spiritual practitioner who has reached a certain level, the influence of planetary trajectories calculated through astrology is less impactful. A true practitioner can directly feel the energy emanating from these celestial movements and understand their effects on a much deeper level.
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New Shibashi Book & A Movement Update Video for Set 2
Many of you have asked over the years whether you can purchase the Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi Set 1 and Set 2 manuals separately from the Home Study Course Package. The answer is finally here! I have combined the two manuals into a new book, now available in three different formats at very affordable prices.
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Throughout my more than two decades of teaching, students have often asked me to recommend a specific version of the Dao De Jing / Tao Te Ching. Unfortunately, I rarely read English translations myself, as I found most to be heavily philosophical, focusing on just one aspect of the Dao De Jing's teachings. This made it difficult to recommend any particular version. Now, I’m excited to finally have an English version I can confidently recommend to everyone!
Click the link below for more details and read a sample.
taichi18.com/dao-de-jing/
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