More Committed Than Ever

This annual T’ai Chi Chih conference was my first. I didn’t know what to expect but it was one of the best opportunities I’ve had to improve my TCC. Not only did I meet some truly wonderful people, but I feel that my form also went up a level. I was certified in 2009, and although I’ve been to some practices at Antonia’s house since then, this conference really reinforced some amazing subtleties.

Over the years I’ve become more sensitive to the movements and how they affect my energy and flow. But being with such a large group of dedicated teachers had a much larger impact than I would have expected. I’m not even sure what changed. It felt like a spiritual upgrade. I came back more energized and committed than ever to teach TCC to anyone anywhere who welcomed it.

I am a hospital chaplain and have taught TCC to our hospital employees and patients over the years. After returning from the conference and putting out an invitation for an eight-week summer course, to my amazement 26 people signed up. We have been having great sessions, and there is an energy and group bonding that I can only imagine is an aftereffect from the conference. I have never had a class of more than 17 until now.

The energy of the daily group practice at the conference, the fine-tuning instructions from teachers, and the sharing between sessions and over meals with the participants has been a shot of TCC adrenaline. I am more committed and joyful than ever. Thank you all. I am starting to save up to attend every annual conference going forward.