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Author: Uncle Sickness

Hello, I'm your Uncle Sickness. My study of martial arts & Daoist philosophy began in college & has carried through the rest of my life. In that time, I've learned Ba Fan Shou, Tan Tui (10 & 12 Road versions), Taijiquan, Tanglangquan, Baguazhang, & my personal favorite, Xingyiquan. In addition, I've studied a number of popular Qigong styles & meditation techniques.
調息六字/Tiao Xi Liu Zi – Six Characters on Regulating the Breath
Qigong & Meditation

調息六字/Tiao Xi Liu Zi – Six Characters on Regulating the Breath

The Six Characters on Regulating the Breath are six stages of practice for training & improving the breathing. Together they … Continue reading 調息六字/Tiao Xi Liu Zi – Six Characters on Regulating the Breath

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The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 5: Qi Development & Neigong
General, Videos

The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 5: Qi Development & Neigong

This episode sees the ever cordial trio of Uncle Sickness, YogaMidnight, & Maeko delve into the mysterious concept of Qi, … Continue reading The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 5: Qi Development & Neigong

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The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 4: The Connecting & Contact Skills of Xingyiquan
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The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 4: The Connecting & Contact Skills of Xingyiquan

This episode is all about getting touch with your opponent… SO YOU CAN PUNCH HIM IN HIS FACE! All Martial … Continue reading The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 4: The Connecting & Contact Skills of Xingyiquan

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Yin Yang Theory: Examining The Basic Principles
Essay, Taiji Theory, Zhuangzi/Daoism

Yin Yang Theory: Examining The Basic Principles

Many people are familiar with the concepts of Yin & Yang, but only just enough to know they exist. There’s … Continue reading Yin Yang Theory: Examining The Basic Principles

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The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 3: Embodying Philosophy Through Martial Arts
General, Qigong & Meditation, Videos, Xingyi Theory, Zhuangzi/Daoism

The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 3: Embodying Philosophy Through Martial Arts

In this episode, Maeko & Uncle discuss how the practice of a Martial Art involves physically embodying the philosophy of … Continue reading The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 3: Embodying Philosophy Through Martial Arts

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The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 2: School Etiquette, Teaching Signatures, & Embodying the Philosophy of Your Martial Art
General, Videos, Xingyi Theory

The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 2: School Etiquette, Teaching Signatures, & Embodying the Philosophy of Your Martial Art

Episode 2 of the Kung Fu Discussion Group is now available to celebrate this Foolishness Friday. This episode sees the … Continue reading The Kung Fu Discussion Group – Episode 2: School Etiquette, Teaching Signatures, & Embodying the Philosophy of Your Martial Art

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Strategy & Tactics

三十六計/ San Shi Liu Ji – The Thirty six Stratagems Number 35

連環計/Lian Huan Ji – Interlocking Stratagems 原文:將多兵眾,不可以敵,使其自累,以殺其勢。在師中吉,承天寵也。 Original Text: When faced with many generals & numerous soldiers, you may not … Continue reading 三十六計/ San Shi Liu Ji – The Thirty six Stratagems Number 35

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General

Sickness Kung Fu Hoodies are here!!!

Cold? No style? Skinny-fat? With poor fashion sense?  You shouldn’t go around with no chest muscles! These hoodies can solve … Continue reading Sickness Kung Fu Hoodies are here!!!

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Strategy & Tactics

三十六計/ San Shi Liu Ji – The Thirty six Stratagems Number 36

走為上計/Zuo Wei Shang Ji – Running is the Best Stratagem 原文:全師避敵,左次無咎,未失常也。 Original Text: The entire army avoids the enemy, there … Continue reading 三十六計/ San Shi Liu Ji – The Thirty six Stratagems Number 36

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Strategy & Tactics

三十六計/ San Shi Liu Ji – The Thirty six Stratagems Number 34

苦肉計/Ku Rou Ji – Self Harm Stratagem 原文:人不自害,受害必真;假真真假,間以得行,童蒙之吉,順以巽也。 Original Text: People do not harm themselves, so you must receive a … Continue reading 三十六計/ San Shi Liu Ji – The Thirty six Stratagems Number 34

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