Sangha of Auspicious Companions

8 Active Ingredients of Tai Chi

Often coined as “meditation in motion,” the ancient art of tai chi offers more than just a workout; it’s a journey into self-awareness, intention, and interconnectedness. Peter M. Wayne, Harvard Medical School’s Bernard Osher Associate Professor, illuminates eight core principles that balance body, mind, and spirit, fostering resilience in the chaos of everyday life. Picture yourself, rooted like a tree, living with an intentional focus. This “emotional form of self defense,” as Wayne calls it, can offer insights to reshape perspectives, proving that even small, deliberate movements can ripple into presence.

Be The Change

Today, dedicate extra time for a grounding inner practice like tai chi, meditation, yoga, walking, journaling, or beyond. For more inspiration, join a webcast converstion this Saturday with this article’s author, Peter Wayne! Details and RSVP here: