Letting Go of Fears

October 4th began with frost and temperatures in the 30’s. I was leading an outdoor introductory class at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in the Serenity Garden. Registration was capped at 50 participants, an excellent opportunity to share T’ai Chi Chih with a new group in a breathtakingly beautiful place. 

I wasn’t certain what to expect. But I have been engaging in many new experiences this year without knowing what to expect. I just trusted. TCC has a magical way of opening us up when we least expect it — if we are willing to let go. 

I offered a buffet of movements to experience different weight shifts. We then practiced them together to experience the flow of TCC. I offered more movements which the students were eager to try. It was a wonderful way to start the morning: surrounded by nature, rooted in the earth. It offered another opportunity to let go of my fears and flow into an experience and wonderful surprise.