TCC benefits

T’ai Chi Chih is a mindfulness-moving meditation practice that’s easy to learn. The series of 19 movements and one pose helps circulate the Vital Energy, the Chi. Practitioners experience peace, improved health, and many more benefits. Our free monthly e-newsletter offers inspiration between issues of the TCC quarterly journal, The Vital Force, in which teachers and students tell stories about ways they’ve benefited from the practice. 

Empty the mind before beginning. – Justin F. Stone, TCC Originator

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From the recent issue of The Vital Force:

Health: “I started TCC in 2005 after a scare with breast cancer and wouldn’t give it up for anything. It has helped me maintain balance (I have an inner ear disorder), helped osteoarthritis in my joints, helped keep cancer at bay, and changed my disposition. I have more patience with people, take things more in stride, and don’t overreact when things get chaotic. After each practice, I feel so calm and relaxed. I also think it keeps me healthier in terms of colds, flu, or even cancer, for it helps build the immune system.” – KL, Wildwood, IL

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Editor’s Note: Learn more from TCC teachers with more than 25 years of experience in the most recent issue of The Vital Force.

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Courage: “The seated description made me think this was a class for seniors. Since I was still young, it brought me insecurities. I also wondered how the movements could make more of a difference than stretching. After my first class, another fear was realized: I was the only male. Thankfully, I stuck with the course and didn’t let my fears affect me. I’m beset by several injuries, especially ligament problems in my ankles and wrists. The gentle movements helped relieve pain and discomfort. I’ve even felt energy in some movements that I never thought I would. If you can look past your preconceptions and give this class a try, I’m sure you’ll find benefits.” – S, Tampa, FL

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Stillness: “The practice begins with the intention to empty ourselves — to release, let go, and create space within. This emptying process leads us to a state of profound stillness, achievable even within movement. As we significantly slow our movements, we discover quiet spaces, the stillness between breaths, between thoughts.” – LL, Prairie Village, KS

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Vitality: I will soon be 86 years of age and have not noticed much deterioration mentally or physically, though I cannot speak for the future. Undoubtedly this is due to TCC practice, and I’m certainly grateful for the TCC discipline making it possible to somewhat merge with this all-powerful force. If the TCC movements are practiced consistently and correctly, one can get the eternal benefits. – Justin F. Stone

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