The Gift

If I could give a gift of the movements of T’ai Chi Chih, one group would be people with anxiety and panic disorders. Seven years ago I was scheduled for two operations. My panic and anxiety levels were extremely high. My first step to relieve my anxiety was “acceptance,” acknowledging the fact that I had no control over the scheduled operations. My second step was to be faithful to my T’ai Chi Chih classes and doing my T’ai Chi Chih at home. On both days of the operations, I did my T’ai Chi Chih at home before going to the hospital. While in the hospital, I did my practice visually several times. You can’t imagine the peace and serenity that filled my body and spirit. When I went through the doors of the operating room it was like I was a flowing spirit, free of all anxiety! Thanks to T’ai Chi Chih! Thanks for the gift!