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The Art Of Tuning In Energetic and Spiritual Coach | Master Teacher of Energetic Arts - Dr. Medical Qigong (DMQ, China), Physician Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture (MTOM, L.Ac)

Dr. Maria Furlano is a teacher of energetic and intuitive cultivation. A Vibrational Coach, Spiritual Intuitive and a Master Teacher of the Energetic Arts for 20+ years, she specializes as a Doctor of medical Qigong (DMQ, China) and a physician of traditional Chinese medicine (MTOM, L.Ac.) Sign up for energy insights! Here> https://www.theartoftuningin.com

09/29/2026

It is easy to fall into the routine of going through the motions when we try to manage stress or bounce back from burnout. We try a breathwork technique, a stretch, or a quick walk, but our minds stay completely disconnected from what our bodies are experiencing.

In Medical Qigong, true alignment happens when mental understanding meets physical intention.

Take the classic practice of balancing fire and water. If you simply move your hands in a circle, it can feel meaningless. But when you visualize the cool water energy of your kidneys rising to calm an overstimulated heart, and the warmth of the heart nourishing your lower body, your nervous system responds differently. You move from isolated effort to complete energetic integration.

When you practice with intention and understanding, self-care stops being another item on your to-do list and becomes a dynamic, restorative process.

How do you usually bring your mind back into your body when stress starts to pile up?

Explore deeper practices with us inside The Studio: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/25/2026

The way you sit through back-to-back meetings may be quietly draining the energy you need to lead well.

Most of us spend hours a day at a computer, and little by little, our posture folds inward. Over time, that pattern overstretches the upper back and compresses the chest, leaving us drained, tight, and less resilient to stress.

Your body's structure is the foundation of your energy. Simple adjustments, like activating your rhomboids and lats, take the load off your neck and shoulders. A stronger upper back opens the chest, allows fuller breathing, and supports your body's natural ability to protect and restore itself.

Caring for your posture isn't just about sitting up straighter. It's about protecting your daily energy, supporting your immune health, and building lasting resilience against burnout.

Have you noticed your posture or breath shifting during long computer sessions? I'd love to hear what you notice.

To explore practices for nervous system regulation and energetic alignment, visit us at The Art Of Tuning In® Studio: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/21/2026

Building new habits often feels hard because we try to squeeze completely new routines into an already full schedule. But habit stacking changes everything.

Habit stacking simply means attaching a new, beneficial practice to an existing habit you already reliably do every single day.

Instead of searching for extra time, you anchor micro-practices to your existing anchors:
* After brushing your teeth: Take 30 seconds to stand, breathe into your feet, and anchor presence in your body.
* While drinking morning coffee or tea: Jot down 1 to 5 things you are grateful for.
* After a client meeting: Take a brief pause to step back and energetically disconnect before moving to the next task.
* Right before getting into bed: Pause at the bedside to ground your energy and signal to your nervous system that it's time to rest.

By building on top of routines you already perform effortlessly, you integrate powerful alignment into your daily rhythm without the overwhelm.

Ready to incorporate transformative energy practices into your day-to-day life? Join us inside The Studio: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/18/2026

When people want to create new habits, they often think they need to block out an hour of uninterrupted time. But real energy management works through habit stacking—integrating simple micro-practices into your existing daily routine.

It isn't about taking 30 or 45 minutes out of your day. It’s about asking yourself: Can I take 1 to 3 minutes right now?

I work with so many professionals who use simple 1-to-3-minute energy practices throughout their day—after working with a client, between meetings, or right as they transition out of their workday. These quick resets fundamentally shift how your energy aligns in your body, allowing you to refill your tank continuously instead of running on empty.

By the end of your day, those 1-minute moments add up to a completely different level of energy and well-being.

If you'd like to discover quick, effective energy practices to support your daily life, you're always welcome to join us inside The Studio: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/15/2026

It's common to fear change, and so often that fear shows up as "I just don't have enough time." But when we look beneath that surface excuse, something powerful happens.

When you dig deeper, you reconnect with your core motivations—why you want more energy, how you want your body to feel, and what you wish to experience in your relationships and career.

Speaking those intentions out loud helps propel your energy forward. It shifts your focus from fear to new possibilities, making it so much easier to take meaningful steps forward.

If you're ready to overcome resistance and build habits that support your growth, I invite you to join us inside The Studio: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/12/2026

When we talk about rituals, we're talking about the meaningful things in life that we do automatically.

You already have rituals in your life, even if you don't realize it. It could be as simple as brushing your teeth, making your morning coffee, going for a quick walk, or checking your morning emails.

I recommend making a simple list of the things you do every single day that never change. When you gain clarity on your existing habits and rituals, you begin to understand the subtle ways you are already aligning, or misaligning, your energy.

Building meaningful practices starts with understanding where your energy goes every day.

If you'd like to dive deeper into intentional energy practices, you can learn more and join us inside The Studio here: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/09/2026

As humans, we are naturally habit oriented creatures. We like where we are, and moving things around in our lives can feel uncomfortable. That's why true, lasting change is so difficult without a clear intention.

Whenever you want to create a new habit or practice, take a quiet moment to ask yourself: Why do I want to do this? How do I really want to feel? What is the true goal?

When you anchor your daily rituals to how you want to feel, keeping them becomes far more valuable than skipping them. You aren't just doing a routine, you're protecting your peace and well-being.

If you'd like to build intentional practices that support your daily energy, you're always welcome to join us inside The Studio: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/06/2026

I like to think of energy as frequency, similar to musical notes.

There are times when we feel completely in tune and aligned. Other times, our tuning feels slightly off. So often, people exhaust themselves trying to catch up with their energy, assuming they need hours of long practices to fix it.

True energy mastery is actually much simpler than that. It's about developing the awareness to tune and adjust your energy from moment to moment. When you master those small realignments, the way you move through your day, handle stress, and recover your vitality changes completely.

I'd love to help you practice this gentle way of living. You can explore our community and join us inside The Studio here: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/04/2026

Have you ever noticed how much tension and energy gets trapped in your upper body when you're busy or stressed? Many people walk around with energy completely stuck in their chest, shoulders, and head—leaving them feeling disconnected from their lower body and ungrounded.

In traditional Qigong literature, you’ll often find the alignment instruction to "round" or "tuck" the chest. However, this term is frequently misunderstood as slouching or collapsing the shoulders.

Proper Qigong alignment is an internal connection:

1. Drop the tailbone to anchor your foundation.
2. Soften the chest, allowing the front of the chest to connect backward into the spine behind the heart (similar to connecting your navel to your Ming Men).
3. Allow a slight, natural roundedness in the upper back without pulling the shoulders forward unnaturally.

This subtle shift softens physical tension and immediately drops the energy flow back down into your core and lower body.

If you'd like to deepen your understanding of Qigong posture and energy cultivation, come practice with us inside The Studio: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

09/03/2026

When I work with new clients, one of the first questions I ask is why they want to make a shift in their lives.

If you don't have a clear desire, shifting anything in your life becomes so difficult. You have to uncover your true why.

For instance, my morning practice of lighting incense and taking quiet time to align my energy isn't just a habit. My deepest why is that it makes me feel better, keeps me present for my family and my clients, and lifts my energy throughout the entire day. The benefits are something I can physically feel in my body.

Take a gentle moment today to ask yourself why you want to make the changes you're reaching for.

If you'd like a supportive place to align your energy and deepen your daily rituals, you can learn more and join us inside The Studio here: https://www.theartoftuningin.com/the-studio

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