Understanding Tai Chi Mind Body Practice

Question 1

What is the history of tai chi?

Answer 1

Means supreme ultimate
600-800 years old
Developed out of the Chinese martial arts of king fu

Question 2

What is the purpose of tai chi?

Answer 2

To develop physical and mental sensitive
To deal with conflicts and life stress
To promote personal growth and personal understanding

Question 3

What are the key principles of tai chi

Answer 3

Flow with forces don’t resist them
Bend don’t break (willow tree metaphor)
Relax all of the muscles in your body