Program Host: Vicki Dello Joio
May 8th, 2025
8:30 – 9:30 PM Eastern
Sacred Heart Qigong was born out of a deep need for women to have a spacewhere they could practice together, cultivate resilience, and reconnect withthemselves in a supportive community. Rooted in ancient Daoist traditions yetfully adapted for modern life, this approach blends classical Qigong principleswith contemporary understandings of emotional wellness, neuroscience, andpractical application. Developed by Dr. Christine Sanmiquel, a Doctor ofTraditional Chinese Medicine and seasoned Qigong teacher, Sacred Heart Qigongintegrates breath, movement, and intention to create a way of being—not just adaily practice, but a method for living with greater alignment, ease, andauthenticity.
In this Qi Talk, Christine will sharehow her background in Chinese medicine, Medical Qigong, and as a certified ProjectManagement Professional (PMP), shapes the practical approach of Sacred HeartQigong. This system is not just about cultivating energy on thecushion—it’s about learning to bring that energy into our relationships, work,and everyday decision-making. By embracing seasonal living and natural rhythms,we develop a deeper understanding of yin and yang beyond rigid dualities,recognizing that balance is fluid and always shifting. This perspective allowsus to move through life with an open heart, making space for both action andrest, structure and spontaneity, strength and softness.
Dr. Christine Sanmiquel, L.Ac, DAOM,DMQ, is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, licensed acupuncturist, and founder of White Phoenix Wellness in Costa Mesa, California. She specializes in women’s health, emotional wellness, and Medical Qigong, blending ancient healing traditions with modern science to create practical, heart-centered approaches to well-being. As the founder of Sacred Heart Qigong, she guides women in developing ease, authenticity, and alignment through movement, breathwork, and intentional living.
With a background in Human Biology and a passion for bridging Western science with Chinese medicine, Christine brings a unique perspective to her work. She has been teaching Qigong since 1998 andi s also a university professor, educating doctoral students in acupuncture research. A certified Project Management Professional, she weaves structure and strategy into her teachings, making complex concepts accessible and applicable to daily life. Her approach is both grounded and transformative, helping women reconnect with their hearts, navigate life’s challenges, and embrace their fullest potential.
