Tai chi: meditation in motion explained

Mindful Movement: Tai Chi combines slow, deliberate movements with deep breathing and mental focus. 

Focus on Breath: Tai Chi emphasizes coordinated breathing with movement, promoting deep diaphragmatic breathing (abdominal breathing). Inhalation and exhalation are synchronized

Presence and Awareness: During Tai Chi practice, individuals cultivate mindfulness by staying present in the moment.

Relaxation Response: Tai Chi induces a relaxation response in the body, reducing stress hormones (such as cortisol) and promoting a sense of calmness

Harmonizing Body and Mind: Tai Chi integrates physical movements with mental concentration, aligning body postures, and breathing techniques to harmonize the body's energy 

Flow of Energy (Qi): According to Chinese medicine, Tai Chi facilitates the smooth flow of energy (Qi) through meridians (energy pathways) in the body

Moving Meditation: Tai Chi is often referred to as "moving meditation" because it combines the benefits of meditation with physical exercise.

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