as in energy
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
martial artists learn to use ki to fend off would-be attackers
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Adjusting schedules based on chronotype After pinpointing your chronotype, Breus recommends tailoring daily activities based on periods of peak energy and productivity levels.—
Amy McGorry,
Fox News,
23 Feb. 2025 -
From scheduling home repairs to managing healthcare claims and family logistics, these routine tasks drain energy and productivity.—
Nirit Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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It is believed that a women’s qi, or life force, is depleted while giving birth.—
Clarissa Wei,
Bon Appétit,
16 Sep. 2024
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Those with strong qi, who can learn to channel it, make for fierce, skilled warriors.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
Ars Technica,
5 Sep. 2020
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Tai Chi Tai chi is a popular form of somatic exercise that originated in China as a martial art and has been around for centuries.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
9 Dec. 2024
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Tai Chi: Grounding Practices in Unfamiliar Places Tai chi is known for its slow, meditative movements that promote mindfulness, balance and flexibility.—
Jahan Marcu,
Rolling Stone,
1 Nov. 2024
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This digital detox will cleanse and calm your aura.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2025
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And of course, no beauty splurge list would be complete without a sophisticated fragrance to elevate your winter aura.—
Tira Urquhart,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Ki.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ki. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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