The Circle of Chi store is the official product home of the Circle of Chi community — a wellness brand rooted in Tai Chi Gung, a 3,000-year-old practice built around 8 transformative Pillars and carried forward by Master Lama Rasaji.

The store carries crystal mala bracelets, gemstone jewelry, books, DVD sets, music, and apparel — all designed to support an energy-aware, intentional way of living. If you’re looking for live Tai Chi Gung instruction, on-demand classes, or community membership, visit our companion platform at circleofchi.com

The store is organized around a few core categories:

• Crystal mala bracelets & gemstone jewelry — Wearable energy tools for practitioners at all levels, from beginner to advanced.
• Mala necklaces — Traditional 108-bead strands for counting breath cycles, mantras, or movement repetitions during practice.
• Circle of Chi Book (Ascension Edition) — Master Lama Rasaji’s comprehensive guide to Tai Chi Gung, its 8 Pillars, and integrating the practice into modern life. Available individually and in 10-packs for studios.
• Tai Chi Gung DVD Sets — Guided at-home movement instruction, also available in 10-packs for group or studio use.
• Free Circle of Chi eBook — A no-cost digital introduction to the Circle of Chi philosophy, available as a direct download.
• Apparel & music — Movement-friendly wear and ambient music to support your practice environment.

circleofchi.store is where you shop for physical and digital products — crystals, malas, books, DVDs, apparel, and music.

circleofchi.com is the membership and learning platform, offering live and on-demand Tai Chi Gung classes and guided instruction from Master David Paul and the Circle of Chi teaching team. Think of the store as your toolkit and .com as your classroom — the two work together, but serve different purposes.

Each product type supports a slightly different dimension of practice:

• Bracelets & gemstone jewelry — Wear during Tai Chi Gung, Qigong, or meditation as a tactile anchor for intention. Keep them on throughout the day as a sensory reminder to breathe, soften, and return to center.
• Mala necklaces — Use the 108 beads to count breath cycles, mantras, or movement repetitions during seated or standing practice.
• Books & eBooks — Deepen your understanding of the 8 Pillars and the philosophy behind the movements. Most effective alongside live or video-guided practice.
• DVDs — Follow guided Tai Chi Gung sequences at home, ideal for beginners building a consistent self-practice before or between classes.
• Apparel — Comfortable, flexible wear designed for movement practice and daily life.

A mala is a strand of beads — traditionally 108 — used in meditation, mantra recitation, and Tai Chi Gung breathwork to count repetitions and anchor awareness. Moving from bead to bead creates a rhythmic, tactile focus that helps quiet the analytical mind and deepen concentration.

A bracelet is a shorter, wrist-worn version (typically 8mm beads on elastic cord) designed as an everyday energetic companion rather than a counting tool. Both use the same gemstone materials and carry the same intentions — the difference is how and when they’re used. Malas are ideal for structured practice sessions; bracelets travel with you all day.

Yes — unless a product description explicitly states otherwise (e.g., “resin,” “synthetic,” or “dyed howlite”), our bracelets and malas are strung with genuine natural gemstone beads.

Because these are earth-sourced materials, every stone carries its own natural character. Subtle differences in color tone, banding, inclusions, and surface texture are completely normal and expected — no two pieces will be identical. This natural variation is part of what makes each piece unique to the person who wears it. Product pages will call out any notable stone characteristics or exceptions.

Two approaches work well — use either or both:

• Follow the energetic description. Each product page includes chakra associations, traditional stone properties, and the intentions that pair well with that material. For grounding, look for root chakra stones like obsidian, lava rock, or black tourmaline. For heart-centered work, try rose quartz or green aventurine. For clarity and intuition, amethyst or lapis lazuli are traditional choices.
• Trust your pull. Browse the collection and notice which piece you keep returning to. In energy practice, the stone that holds your attention is often the one your system is ready to work with — no analysis required.

If you’re just starting out, a lava rock bracelet is a grounding entry point for almost any practice, and the porous surface also accepts a drop of essential oil for an added aromatic layer.

Yes, and layering is common among practitioners. A few practical guidelines:

• Pair by intention. Stack stones that support the same goal — for example, amethyst (clarity) with sodalite (communication) for meditation, or lava rock (grounding) with tiger’s eye (strength and confidence) for active practice.
• Balance earth and sky. If you’re working with higher-vibrational stones (third-eye or crown chakra), anchoring with a grounding stone like hematite, obsidian, or black tourmaline on the other wrist helps maintain balance.
• There are no hard rules. Some practitioners wear one intentional piece; others layer three to five. Let your comfort and your practice guide the number.

When pairing a mala necklace with bracelets, matching the stone family or the shared chakra focus creates a cohesive, intentional set.

Energetic cleansing is recommended after heavy-use sessions or when a piece feels heavy or dull. Common methods:

• Smoke cleansing — Pass the piece slowly through sage, palo santo, or cedar smoke. Safe for virtually all stones and elastic cord.
• Sound — Rest the bracelet near a singing bowl, tuning fork, or bell and allow the vibration to move through it. Gentle, non-invasive, and fast.
• Moonlight — Place pieces on a windowsill or outside under the full moon overnight. Avoid extended direct sunlight for color-sensitive stones like amethyst or rose quartz — UV can fade them over time.
• Earth — Briefly nestling a stone in clean soil is a deep-reset method used in many traditions; rinse and dry thoroughly after.

For physical care: avoid prolonged soaking in water — especially for porous stones like lava rock or selenite, which can degrade or crack. Keep pieces away from harsh chemicals and perfumes. Store in a soft pouch when not in use to protect the elastic cord and bead finish.

Yes — the store carries several educational resources alongside physical products:

• Circle of Chi Book: The Ascension Edition — Master Lama Rasaji’s comprehensive text covering the 3,000-year origins of Tai Chi Gung, the 8 Pillars, and how to integrate this practice into modern daily life. Available as a single copy or in 10-packs for studios and study groups.
• Tai Chi Gung DVD Sets — Guided video instruction for building a self-practice routine at home. Also available in 10-packs.
• Free Circle of Chi eBook — A digital introduction to the Circle of Chi philosophy. Download it at no charge directly from the store — no membership required.

For live instruction, online classes, and full community access, visit circleofchi.com, where the Circle of Chi teaching team offers scheduled and on-demand sessions.

Yes — the Circle of Chi eBook is listed in the store at no charge. It’s a digital download of Master Lama Rasaji’s introduction to Tai Chi Gung and the 8 Pillars. No subscription, membership, or promo code is required.

It’s an ideal first step if you’re new to the practice and want to explore the philosophy and approach before investing in physical products or live classes.

Yes. If you’re a Tai Chi Gung instructor, wellness studio, retreat center, or study group looking to equip a class, the store carries 10-pack bundles of the Circle of Chi Book, DVD Sets, and other teaching materials — priced to make it practical to distribute to students.

Browse the All Products collection and look for items labeled “10 Pack” to see current bundle options. For custom quantities or wholesale inquiries beyond what’s listed, reach out via the Contact page.

We ship from the United States. Available shipping methods and estimated delivery windows are calculated at checkout based on your delivery address.

• Domestic (US) — Standard and expedited options are shown at checkout with real-time estimates.
• International — Where available, international shipping options will appear at checkout. Delivery times vary by destination. Customers are responsible for any applicable customs duties or import fees charged by their country.

You’ll receive an order confirmation immediately after purchase and a shipping confirmation email with tracking as soon as your package ships. For full details, see the Shipping Policy page linked in the footer.

Once your order ships, you’ll automatically receive a shipping confirmation email with your tracking number and a direct link to follow your package in real time.

If you don’t see the email within 1–2 business days of placing your order, check your spam or junk folder first. If it’s still missing, contact our support team via the Contact page with your order number and we’ll look into it right away.

If your order arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, please contact our support team as soon as possible — we’ll make it right. You can find our contact information on the Contact or Support page.

For all other return and exchange requests — including eligibility windows, item conditions, and how to initiate a return — our full policy is available on the Refund Policy page linked in the footer of every store page. Reviewing it before contacting us will help us process your request faster.

No — and this distinction matters to us. All language used to describe our crystals, stones, and energy tools reflects spiritual and energetic tradition, not medical science. Terms like “grounding,” “balancing,” or “heart-opening” belong to the experiential vocabulary of holistic and contemplative practice.

Our products are not medical devices and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. If you have a health concern, please consult a qualified healthcare professional. Our full disclaimer appears at the bottom of this page.