Qigong Principle: First Separate and Then Combine
The principle of breaking qigong movements into microcomponents follows an ancient Taoist principle of learning called “first separate and then combine.” First you learn to become comfortable with a specific microcomponent within the qigong set.
Next you learn and practice a second one. Then you combine both qigong components and practice them simultaneously until they feel as thought they are one movement. After this you will practice a new component by itself until it becomes comfortable.
Then you will combine and integrate it with the others until these three components feel like one. In this way you will build your skill in a relaxed manner and avoid feeling overwhelmed or leaving valuable parts out.
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