Early in my journey, Sifu Jones suggested that I give my mind, body, and spirit specific tasks that I want each to accomplish and/or address during the hours whilst I slept.  This would include understanding some of the more abstract concepts that accompany Chi Power, to attracting specific information and opportunities.  Although my own successes and life experiences serve as personal proof positive, I have recently come across recent scientific studies that bolster Sifu’s instructions.   In the article, To sleep, perchance to dream–and learn, we find data that shows that dreams not only help us learn, or more to the point- assimilate, integrate and make sense of new information into waking lives.  The catch, however, is that like many things, it must be done deliberately. 

“Nappers who reported dreaming about an aspect of the task later had a 10-fold improvement on their maze-navigating abilities compared to their compatriots who did not dream about it or who remained awake.” To sleep, perchance to dream–and learn 

To assist myself in this endeavor, I introduced specific autosuggestions that I recorded and played whilst sleeping.  Although this may prove challenging for those who regularly sleep with a significant other, studies have shown that sounds help the brain retain memories and, in turn, process the meaning thereof with greater efficiency and care. In the article, Sounds Make Memories Stick During Sleep: “The researchers surmise that the noises reinvigorate a complex web of neural connections that comprise our memories and thus strengthen them.” This further reinforces Sifu Jones’ stressed importance on specificity.  Chi Power is a precision based training methodology.  The focus of the mind, and exacted nature of the accompanying physical exercises are comprised in such a way as to create a synergistic effect that is lost if any of the parts is not performed with accuracy.  It makes sense: the highest echelons of any field is comprised only of those who perform with expertise; expertise is synonymous with precision- you cannot have one without the other.   This holds true in fields professional athletics, musical performance, and [blue or white collar] business endeavors.  Energy cultivation is no different.  Deliberate creation with specific intention is key.  Deliberately engaging your thoughts while you sleep, consciously addressing and programming your subconscious, is a powerful tool that enhances your ability to grow and achieve your goals. Here at SPC USA we take a holistic view of energy building and the instruction provided.  Just as important to us that our students cultivate their energy in an exponential fashion, it is equally important to us that they prosper in all their ways and enjoy the journey of life.  To that end, all of our products, exercises, and mentoring sessions are built around being mindful of the attributes of the energy- being mindful of and enhancing our own happiness. Be well; be mindful. V/rDon Brown [Certified Instructor]