What the Cold and My Body Were Trying to Tell Me

Hello everyone! It’s been a while since my last update.

I hope you’re all doing well.

Recently, I caught a cold for the first time in several years. It started with a scratchy throat, then came a runny nose, fatigue, a headache, and some dizziness. Since I rarely get sick, this was quite an unusual experience for me.

This time, I think the cold was triggered not only because my son caught one, but also by my own stress and worries. I was especially nervous because my screening test showed a positive result, which meant I had to go in for a colonoscopy. What really stressed me out wasn’t the test itself, but the bowel prep before it.

Through this experience, I was reminded that we create our own reality. Catching this cold didn’t feel entirely random—it felt as if my mind and body needed it to restore balance and to remind me to slow down and reconnect with myself.

I also learned something important from being sick: when the body is unwell, resting and even fasting can sometimes help you recover faster. Focusing on the breath encourages the flow of energy (Qi) throughout the body, awakening the body’s natural

wisdom and self-healing power. Interestingly, after cleansing my intestines in preparation for the test, my cold symptoms eased, and I felt mentally clearer and more energized.

Even though I practice Neidan Qigong every day, I realized that stress and worry can still affect the body. This experience was a gentle reminder that the mind, energy, and body are always communicating—and when we truly listen, healing begins from within.

As we move into autumn—a season that can be dry and hard on the lungs—please take gentle care of yourself and enjoy this beautiful time of year.

And if you’re going through something similar, I hope this reminds you to trust your body’s wisdom, breathe deeply, and allow yourself to rest and heal in your own rhythm.

Oh, and one more thing—my colonoscopy results showed that my intestines are perfectly healthy! I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome, and I’m deeply grateful for this experience and the reminder it brought.

In Neidan Qigong, we learn that every challenge—whether physical or emotional—is an opportunity to return to harmony. Illness, too, can be a quiet teacher, guiding us back to balance, awareness, and the natural rhythm of life.