Six Days a Week

Master Yang Zhen, 83 years old this year, not only continues to see patients six days a week but also carries out multiple tasks such as academic school development, clinical teaching, and scientific research. How does he maintain his physical and mental health amidst his busy schedule?Yang Zhen learned Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from Mr. Wang Xinwu in his early years, who was a renowned Tai Chi master. In addition to his studies, Yang Zhen received profound teachings from his master on Tai Chi, which emphasizes the balance of hardness and softness, internal and external cultivation, and practical application. He devoted himself to mastering these principles through diligent practice.After retirement, he spent two years improving his Tai Chi skills by spending half a day every Sunday at a park. He strictly applied both theory and practice, making it one of the key methods for his health maintenance. Every evening, he would exercise using Tai Chi and Baduanjin for an hour after dinner. By cultivating good habits, Yang Zhen has maintained a healthy body despite his advanced age, enabling him to continue his clinical work and mentorship.In teaching his disciples, he not only imparts clinical experience and academic ideas but also…