Categories: Student Experiences & Reflections
Never too late to break through
By: Amelia Kaminski
I have always struggled with the practice of T’ai Chi Chih. I know the movements and have attended various events here in Canada. Even so, it has felt as though pieces of the puzzle have been missing or inaccessible. I have always trusted that there was more to T’ai Chi Chih and it has been this belief that has helped me to continue in spite of my frustration.
Recently, I attended a retreat in Edmonton, AB. Carmen was leading the session. From the beginning of the class, I began to learn about T’ai Chi Chih in a way that I had never experienced before. Carmen knew exactly how to communicate the information and the wonder of the movements in ways that I could finally grasp. Many times during the session, she would make reference to Justin Stone and what Justin would say. Carmen has been dedicated to the practice of T’ai Chi Chih for many years and shared many personal insights. How has this affected my practise? The answer is that now I do practice, regularly and with joy. Thank you Carmen for making T’ai Chi Chih come alive for so many others and me.
Topics: Conferences and Retreats, Daily Practice, Deepening Practice, Personal Stories, Teacher Trainers
Originally appeared in: July 2004
