"Taiji is an art - where the soft overcomes the hard, the calm subdues the aggressive and the subtle transcends the gross. It is a method of bringing ourselves into harmony with ourselves, those people with whom we interact, and all the energies of our larger environment. Taiji Form develops internal strength. Pushing-hands develops sensitivity. Being externally relaxed while internally strong allows the possibility of resolving pressure without conflict. Through building inner harmony and internal strength, together with physical relaxation and the philosophy of yielding, we gradually arrive at that place where the defence of the self in daily life no longer serves any purpose". Extract Relax, Deep Mind by P. Kelly
Chi Kung is a system with specific series of exercises that are very healing and strengthening for the internal organs and for building up of chi. Focus is on breath and posture. It is suitable for all ages including older people.
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