How to Use Healing Sounds: Qigong for Better Health and Well-Being

 

What is Qigong?

Qigong is a form of ancient Chinese exercise that combines breathing, movement, and meditation to enhance the flow of vital energy or qi in the body. Qigong has many benefits for physical, mental, and emotional health, such as reducing stress, improving blood circulation, boosting immunity, and promoting harmony and balance.

What is Healing sound?

One of the most popular and effective Qigong practices is the Six Healing Sounds, also known as Liu Zi Jue. This practice involves making specific sounds and postures to cleanse, regulate, and heal the six major organs in the body: the lungs, kidneys, liver, heart, spleen, and triple burner (a concept in Chinese medicine that refers to the coordination of the upper, middle, and lower parts of the body).

How do healing sounds work?

The Six Healing Sounds Qigong is based on the principle that each organ has a natural frequency and vibration that corresponds to a certain sound and color. By making these sounds and visualizing these colors, we can stimulate and balance the qi flow in the organs, release the negative emotions and toxins that are stored in them, and nourish them with positive energy and emotions.

When is best to practice healing sounds?

The Six Healing Sounds Qigong can be practiced anytime and anywhere, but it is best to do it in the morning or evening, in a quiet and comfortable place, and preferably on an empty stomach.

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Lung Sound

The lung sound is made by exhaling with a hissing sound, like a snake, and pronouncing the letter Z at the end. The sound should be soft and gentle, not harsh or loud. The color associated with the lungs is white, and the negative emotion is sadness or grief. The positive emotion is courage or righteousness.

How to make a lung sound?

To make the lung sound, sit or stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and your spine straight. Raise your arms to the sides, palms facing up, and inhale deeply through your nose. As you exhale, lower your arms in front of your chest, palms facing down, and make the sound SSSSSSSSZ.

Visualize a white light filling your lungs and chest, and releasing any sadness or grief that you may have. Repeat the sound six times, and then rub your palms together and massage your chest and lungs.

2. Kidney Sound

The kidney sound is made by exhaling with a blowing sound, like blowing out a candle, and pronouncing the letter U. The sound should be deep and long, not short or abrupt. The color associated with the kidneys is blue or black, and the negative emotion is fear or anxiety. The positive emotion is gentleness or wisdom.

How to make a kidney sound?

To make the kidney sound, sit or stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and your spine straight. Place your hands on your lower back, palms facing your kidneys, and inhale deeply through your nose. As you exhale, bend forward slightly, and make the sound FUUUU. Visualize a blue or black light filling your kidneys and lower back, and releasing any fear or anxiety that you may have. Repeat the sound six times, and then rub your palms together and massage your kidneys and lower back.

3. Liver Sound

The liver sound is made by exhaling with a whispering sound, like shushing someone, and pronouncing the letter H. The sound should be smooth and even, not sharp or uneven. The color associated with the liver is green, and the negative emotion is anger or frustration. The positive emotion is kindness or compassion.

How to make a liver sound?

To make the liver sound, sit or stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and your spine straight. Place your right hand on your liver, which is located on the right side of your abdomen, just below your ribs, and your left hand on your lower back. Inhale deeply through your nose, and as you exhale, twist your torso to the left, and make the sound SHHHHHHH. Visualize a green light filling your liver and abdomen, and releasing any anger or frustration that you may have. Repeat the sound six times, and then switch your hands and twist to the right. Rub your palms together and massage your liver and abdomen.

4. Heart Sound

The heart sound is made by exhaling with a humming sound, like a bee, and pronouncing the letter O. The sound should be warm and gentle, not cold or harsh. The color associated with the heart is red, and the negative emotion is impatience or hatred. The positive emotion is respect or love.

How to make a heart sound?

To make the heart sound, sit or stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and your spine straight. Place your hands on your heart, palms facing your chest, and inhale deeply through your nose. As you exhale, make the sound HOOOOO. Visualize a red light filling your heart and chest, and releasing any impatience or hatred that you may have. Repeat the sound six times, and then rub your palms together and massage your heart and chest.

5. Spleen Sound

The spleen sound is made by exhaling with a sighing sound, like a sigh of relief, and pronouncing the letter U. The sound should be soft and relaxed, not tense or strained. The color associated with the spleen is yellow, and the negative emotion is worry or self-pity. The positive emotion is openness or honesty.

How to make a spleen sound?

To make the spleen sound, sit or stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and your spine straight. Place your hands on your spleen, which is located on the left side of your abdomen, just below your ribs, and your right hand on your lower back. Inhale deeply through your nose, and as you exhale, twist your torso to the right, and make the sound HUUU. Visualize a yellow light filling your spleen and abdomen, and releasing any worry or self-pity that you may have. Repeat the sound six times, and then switch your hands and twist to the left. Rub your palms together and massage your spleen and abdomen.

6. Triple Burner Sound

The triple burner sound is made by exhaling with a hissing sound, like a tire losing air, and pronouncing the letter I. The sound should be high-pitched and clear, not low-pitched or muffled. The color associated with the triple burner is purple, and the negative emotion is confusion or insomnia. The positive emotion is clarity or lightness.

How to make a Triple Burner sound?

To make the triple burner sound, sit or stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and your spine straight. Place your hands on your lower abdomen, palms facing your navel, and inhale deeply through your nose. As you exhale, raise your arms above your head, palms facing up, and make the sound HIIIIII. Visualize a purple light filling your entire body, from your head to your toes, and releasing any confusion or insomnia that you may have. Repeat the sound six times, and then lower your arms and rub your palms together. Massage your face, head, and neck.

Conclusion

The Six Healing Sounds Qigong is a simple and effective way to improve your health and well-being. By practicing it regularly, you can cleanse, regulate, and heal your organs, transform your negative emotions, and enhance your positive emotions.

You can also combine it with other Qigong practices, such as the Inner Smile, the Microcosmic Orbit, or the Five Elements Qigong, to achieve a deeper level of harmony and balance.