An Ode To Gratitude

I am very grateful for having learned T’ai Chi Chih. And I am still learning, as I find that my practice has developed a spiritual component in addition to the physical and emotional benefits I receive. What keeps me practicing even when I don’t feel like it is my strong sense of connectedness and reverence for all of life that I’ve experienced. A feeling of wellbeing bubbles softly in my body and mind, both during practice and afterward. It is one of the most important things I do for myself each day and I have learned to prioritize my practice. I make room for TCC by replacing other activities that are not as beneficial.

Like others, I was initially attracted to TCC to ease stress, painful sciatica and frequent low back pain from an injury. TCC has helped me heal in many ways, and has made me stronger, but sometimes challenges persist. During such times, I realize I cannot control everything that happens in life, but I can control and influence whether I stay present and grounded, and whether I choose to focus on the positive or the negative things in life. TCC brings me back to the importance of this awareness. It helps me make better decisions, find more joy in life, slow down and experience more patience, and help those around me. I really can’t imagine my life without my TCC practice. I have learned so much and look forward to learning more and sharing the Chi. Thank you, Justin Stone and my TCC Teachers.