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by andres
Mon Oct 27, 2003 1:26 pm
Forum: Tai Chi Chuan - Barehand Form
Topic: The Thirteen Postures of Taijiquan
Replies: 89
Views: 27079

Good morning. The japanese katana lives up to its legend because of the preparation involved. The swordsmith enters prolongued meditation prior to start creating the weapon. He will move in -for a year, it is said- with the family of the future owner to know him and really grasp his spirit. Then the...
by andres
Sun Oct 26, 2003 10:28 pm
Forum: Tai Chi Chuan - Barehand Form
Topic: The Thirteen Postures of Taijiquan
Replies: 89
Views: 27079

Hello again. Mr. Jou pointed out the foot had to move inside the shoe initiating the circular pattern that would later be seen in the ankle twisting, knee and upwards. I do not know if I am mixing things up here, but have the vague idea that he once mentioned about reflexology points on the sole of ...
by andres
Sun Oct 26, 2003 4:34 pm
Forum: Tai Chi Chuan - Barehand Form
Topic: The Thirteen Postures of Taijiquan
Replies: 89
Views: 27079

Late, but... Greetings, Psalchemist and all. As for the ba gua and five elements. My teacher was student under the late Jou, Tsung Hwa. As I have been taught, Master Jou brought frequently the issue about turning of the palms as the moon spins and orbits around the earth. In practice: As you move, e...
by andres
Sat Oct 25, 2003 10:56 pm
Forum: Push Hands
Topic: Does anyone utilize tui shou/rolling hands aka push hands?
Replies: 12
Views: 5070

Hello, everyone. First of all, let me congratulate you all for the degree of respect when addressing each other. It is so refreshing. Second, my share on pushing hands. I agree with the twist on feeling or sensing hands. My body will push if "it decides" to do so. Fixed and moving sensing ...
by andres
Fri Oct 03, 2003 2:24 pm
Forum: Tai Chi Theory and Principles
Topic: Mind Intention in Taijiquan
Replies: 280
Views: 84356

Hello, psalchemist. I'm new to the site, and just read your inquiry about "mind intent". I'm no master but another student. Maybe this will help. Where you put your attention, your energy will go there. When your body is sore and you place your energy on that very spot, your chi will focus...