The In your face Boston Healer who flipped the script: A Chicken and a Hug in Taipei

Master Brian Collins performing a Chi Gong demo in 1996 so when you say “That’s Bullshit”.. here is some proof for ya, that’s me right there above as a very young man showing my Chi Gong chops in Guangzhou China…..

There are moments in life when ego tries to stand in the way of true service—and it always reveals the true nature of a person.

In 1996, I was invited to Taipei and Mainland China as part of a cultural exchange highlighting Qi Gong and energy medicine. I didn’t go as a star or a master—I went as a humble practitioner open to whatever experience the universe had in store for me. At the time, I was a MUCH younger man, deep in intensive training in Chi Gong, Hawaiian Spirituality and Filipino Martial Arts and was just starting to fully understand how spiritual energy could move through the body in real-time to alter time and space.

At a Taipei health fair, locals from the mountain regions came into the big city hoping for help for chronic issues. Many of them had never received proper care, relying mostly on the strength of their own will. I started casually working with people at the fair—not as part of a performance or any main stage—just a few quick energy sessions to ease pain and bring alignment where I could.

👉 Then it happened.

Someone experienced instant relief after seeing me.

Then another and another….

A small line then formed to have me aid them.

…TIt quickly became a crowd.

Suddenly, people were stepping out of the “official” healing line and forming a separate one… for me—the gasp! Lo fan? (foreigner). The “Master” we were traveling with was not amused at this at all. His pride had been punctured by something he couldn’t control: pure, intention-based energy transfer. He had the titles. He had the spotlight, but….

But I had something different: presence, purpose, and permission.

And the people around me felt the chi as well.

One elderly man who had come down from the mountains shuffled toward me.

He’d carried a severe farming neck injury for years—something that had made it hard to sleep, eat, and live. After a brief five-minute session, the life long pain was gone completely. His eyes widened. He looked around, unsure if it was a trick.

But it wasn’t.

He returned about an hour later, teary-eyed, and offered me the most meaningful gift he could find: a live chicken from his village that he brought to sell.

That was his currency of gratitude.

I smiled, bowed, and told him it was 100% free and just asked him for a hug for payment. He looked up at the large white man who had just helped him, tears now streaking his face, and embraced me with the full energy of his ancestors behind him and offered a genuine hug. And I knew in that moment—I wasn’t there to impress or to perform.

I was there to shake things up, me, the unexpected Lo Fan Chi Gong Master

A white guy with this ability? Who wasn’t greedy or an obnoxious jerk?

I was there to unlock my true self.

This moment—chicken and all—remains one of the most honest expressions of what true healing is and the pure gratitude someone showed me for simply being me. Sure after this trip, I went on in my multi-decade career to do things like curing the blind and aiding countless infertile women in having children, life long migraine cures in 1 touch, etc, etc, etc, blah blah blah so many “miracles”…. but I also saw that some clients expected me to cure them, in fact some demanded and treated me as their personal energy slave.

But I have learned MUCH since my time at my former brick and mortar Newbury Street office in Boston and well, those who demanded and expected a slave? well are still who they are, lost deep inside and well, they will eventually meet whatever they believe in and discuss it with that/them/whatever.

It is not about the taking the spotlight on the stage.

It’s not about the sacred robe or special hat.

It’s not about the title,

Its not the wireless face mic to tower over and scream at people your philosophy

Its not about inner demand, manipulation to acquire or fear energy guiding you

It’s about understanding your gravitational connection.

At Life in Synergy, this is how we still operate (roll).

From Boston to Taipei, from the wonderful energy of the Kalalau Valley in Kaua’i, the truth of healing hasn’t changed: you don’t need the spotlight—you need sincerity. Our decades-long success, including Helena Collins Apex Life in Synergy® Program, Helena Collins Synergistics Fitness Method® and the EFV Keys program, are built on this kind of real-world energy work—where truth, transformation, and yes, even live chickens, show up when you’re aligned with your mission.

If you feel the call to experience this level of transformation in your life, it’s time to pick up and answer,

as your world can’t be put on hold any longer.

Learn more about the Apex Life in Synergy Program here and learn how to unlock YOUR true self.

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One World, One Breath: How Your Exhale Might Be Someone's Inhale

Welcome, dear readers! Today, we're diving deep into the wonderfully whimsical yet profoundly practical concept that we all live on—one magnificent, interconnected world.

It's a concept so simple yet so often overlooked, like accidentally stepping over a $100 bill because it's covered in dust. We're talking about the unified idea of a single world where your breath becomes part of another's life journey. Sounds poetic, doesn't it? But stick with us—it's not just about flowers and butterflies (though they do play their part!). 🌸 🦋

The Breath of Life:

Imagine this: you're sitting in your backyard, enjoying a cup of tea, and with each sip, you take a deep breath. That exhale? It doesn't just disappear into the ether like last year's New Year's resolutions. No, it ventures forth like a brave little toaster, swirling through the air, mingling with the winds, and eventually, could be inhaled by someone across the globe. Yes, part of you might end up giving a breath of fresh air to a street artist in Paris or a tea grower in the Himalayas. That's right, your simple sigh of relief after finishing a long day’s work could be someone else's breath of inspiration!

Discovering Ourselves Through Others:

Now, on to a more metaphysical plane. Have you ever stopped to ponder the idea that to truly discover yourself, you need to connect with the world around you? This isn’t just about taking personality quizzes online (though those can be a hoot!). It's about understanding that our own personal growth is deeply connected to the growth of others. When you help someone else climb their mountain (literal or metaphorical), you’re also paving a bit of your own path to enlightenment. By contributing positively to the lives of others, you’re not just being altruistic; you’re also crafting a better version of yourself. It’s like upgrading your spiritual software!

The Butterfly Effect—But With People:

Ever heard of the butterfly effect? It's not just a cool-sounding theory or an Ashton Kutcher movie—it's the idea that small causes can have large effects. This concept doesn’t just apply to butterflies causing hurricanes. Your actions, like the comforting words you offered to a friend or even a stranger, might ignite a chain reaction of positivity. This could lead to monumental changes that might just circle back to you in unexpected and wonderful ways. Imagine being the pebble that starts an avalanche of kindness!

So, as we reflect on our singular, shared Earth, let’s remember that every small action of ours reverberates across this blue and green globe. From our breaths mingling in the vast sky to our actions echoing through the lives of others, we are all connected in a beautifully complex dance of existence. To discover ourselves, we must dare to help others rise to their own versions of greatness. Now, take a deep breath in... and let it out. Who knows where it’ll travel next? Maybe it’ll inspire another soul, somewhere, to read this blog and smile. After all, we’re all just walking each other home on this one, extraordinary planet.

Let's make each step one towards a more peaceful loving world, shall we?

Helena and Brian Collins-Boston

Life in Synergy®

A Hidden Gem (For decades) in the Back Bay of Boston

Once nestled in the bustling Back Bay of Boston, there was a legendary studio named Life in Synergy®. It was a place of transformation, where the tired and weary came to rejuvenate their spirits and bodies. The studio’s magic was palpable; its atmosphere charged with positive energy and the promise of renewal.

Among the studio’s regulars was a woman named Betty ( Name and Profession changed for privacy). Betty was a high-powered lawyer, constantly battling the stress and demands of her career. When she first stumbled into the studio, it was out of sheer desperation—a last-ditch attempt to find some semblance of peace. The results were nothing short of miraculous for her. Within months, Betty felt like a new person. Her stress levels had plummeted, her health had improved dramatically, and her outlook on life had changed for the better.

Word of mouth spread on Life in Synergy®, and the studio’s fame began to grow.

One day, as Betty finished one of her sessions, the studio owner, Helena Collins, approached her with a request. Helena was planning to expand her outreach through a marketing campaign and hoped Betty would share her success story as a testimonial. However, Betty hesitated. “I'd rather not,” she said, a hint of sheepishness in her voice. “I mean, what if you get too popular? I don’t want to lose my spot here.”

Helena was taken aback. She tried to reassure Betty, “There’s room for everyone, and sharing your story could help so many others who are struggling just as you were when you first started.” But Betty shook her head, “I’m sorry, I just don’t want to,” she murmured before leaving. Helena stood there, an odd mix of disappointment and understanding washing over her. She knew fear energy often held people back from seeing the bigger picture. Betty’s reluctance was a clear example of the short-sighted, approach that ripples beyond individual actions and traps minds in loops of repetition.

In the grand scheme, Betty’s choice represented more than just a missed opportunity for publicity—it was a metaphorical dam holding back the waters of potential for the entire world. By choosing secrecy over support, Betty not only limited her own capacity for growth but inadvertently stifled the potential growth of all. Her actions were a microcosm of a broader societal issue where individualism often trumped collective well-being. Months passed, and while the studio continued to do well by winning many awards for excellence, Helena often wondered about the 'what ifs'.

The butterfly effect of Betty’s decision was subtle yet significant. It was a reminder of how interconnected everyone’s lives were, and how each decision, no matter how small or personal it seemed, had the power to influence the larger web of life. So do you want to share this blog? Share this website? www.lifeinsynergy.com or are you content with the direction of the world?

PS

Is this a true story? 100% #nocap

Helena and Brian Collins

Life in Synergy®