Kuhn - Tai chi in 10 weeks: beginners guide

Welcome to the world of taiji (tai chi). As we will see, this is a timeless Chinese art with millions of practitioners all around the globe. Taiji has many facets. It is an art, as I have said, but it is also a type of meditation. Its an internal practice, a martial art, and a form of medicine. Taiji can be a social gathering and even exercise for brain fitness. I am excited to share this profound tradition with you.

When we practice taiji, we become part of a community that shares qi, or vital energy. Sharing qi creates a healing wave that is the key to well-being, peace, and happiness. This is a harmonious and healthy living group. Our community is growing stronger and bigger every year because we share qi. We give it and receive it from one another; it is endless and infinite. We help others with our qi.

When I was beginning my career as a doctor, my focus was mainly on treating disease. I empathized when I saw patients at the end stage of their illness and felt hopeless. I used to be sad when I saw patients suffering from an incurable illness, eventually dying. I realized there was nothing I could do.

Now my focus has changed. I have dedicated myself to prevention, holistic healing education, and helping people understand the importance of prevention. In this way, people can avoid getting a disease, or at least they have hope for healing. This work may not seem very impressive to some people, but it has tremendous value. I can help people avoid illnesses, bring back their happiness, prolong their lives, and help them increase the quality of their lives.

I enjoy being this kind of doctora doctor who cares about peoples health, not only about disease. I believe this is what gives a doctor the most value.

My work has changed many lives. Ive received several hundred letters from people I have treated and taught, and I can see and feel their happiness through their words.

Part of my success is from my patients and my students. They understand that prevention requires participation. They practice qigong and taiji on a regular basis, which is key to their healing. They are my heroes because they help themselves in the healing process, and they encourage me to continue my work. This is the work of a lifetime, just as taiji is a lifetime pursuit.

That brings us to the title of this book: Tai Chi in 10 Weeks. Can you really learn taiji in ten weeks? You cannot become a taiji master, of course, but you can learn the fundamentals of this art. You can build the foundation for this life-changing journey.

As a starting place, you will need to read the whole book. I suggest you use a pencil or pen to mark sections you think will be important for future review. Review your notes after you have been practicing taiji for six months. Studying in this way will help you to better understand this art, and you will be able to learn relatively fast. Regular practice is very important if you want to truly understand the nature of taiji and qigong. The theory and practice of taiji and qigong go hand in hand and stand side by side; one is not more important than the other.

In order to gain maximum benefits from practice, I recommend that students and instructors follow the taiji principles and pursue a structured learning experience, which can speed up the learning process. This book is intended to help students, instructors, and practitioners understand taiji theory and technique, as well as help them to have a better experience with learning and practicing, both in a group and as individuals.

If you want to use taiji for healing chronic issues, this book not only helps you understand how to do that but also guides you through the routine. You will find your self-study and practice easy and enjoyable.

If you are an instructor, this book will help you become more confident and more knowledgeable so your teaching may attract more students. You will be able to answer students questions and instruct students at different levels.

The book is presented in a straightforward and organized fashion. The easy-to-read chapters and useful illustrations make learning simple and fun. Once you have read through the book once or twice, you will have a very good understanding of the approach to taiji study and the philosophy that goes with it.

You can use this book to supplement any classes or video instruction on the twenty-four-step form. I also invite you to try the companion DVD, Tai Chi in 10 Weeks (YMAA, 2017).

Being involved in taiji and qigong exercise is a wonderful learning and healing journey. People from all over the world practice these arts for their health and healing benefits. These benefits include improving internal and external strength, refining internal harmony, restoring mental clarity, balancing emotions, and developing better overall health. Additionally, people can enjoy the sensation and satisfaction that come from practicing taiji and qigong. As you practice for a while, you become more and more familiar with your own energy, your passion, and your feelings. You also improve your intuition, which helps you identify the positive and negative influences in your life. You can see what flows and what does not flow, and your enhanced intuition will ultimately guide you to go with the flow. Going with the flow not only reduces your stress but also helps you continue to move forward in life.