Ten Virtues of T’ai Chi Chih

By Linda Braga, Castro Valley, CA

It relaxes the mind, renews the body, and refreshes the spirit.

It brings communication with the transcendent.

It circulates the Chi and removes habit energies.

It enhances mindfulness and expands awareness.

It balances the forces of yin and yang.

It teaches us how to live in stillness.

In the midst of daily life, it brings us solitude and peace.

Used every day, the benefits continue to deepen.

Longevity and serenity are the fruits of regular practice.

As a physical, mental, and spiritual practice, it has unlimited potential.