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Category Archives: Tai Chi
Starting in Wuji- complete emptiness
At the beginning of each TaiChi class, we do a short standing meditation. Our instructor says, “Starting in Wuji- complete emptiness.” Physically this means that our tongue is off the palate, our sacrum is slightly tucked in, our chin is slightly … Continue reading →
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Tagged emptiness, Jonathan Star, Lao Tze, retirement, standing meditation, Tai Chi, Tao te Ching, Uncarved Block, Wuji, Yin Yang
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