Categories: Student Experiences & Reflections
The Stillness … Within The Stillness … Amidst The Chaos
By: Gail Terriff
Edmonton, Alberta
Justin taught us that Seijaku was finding peace and tranquility within a busy life or chaos. The practice of T’ai Chi Chih is the same. I found that special sunbeam in my home at the lake today, where I entered into my TCC practice. As I fell into that special place, I dropped into each movement. Ah, that familiar stillness that I appreciate and love. You all know …
Even though I felt the energy of the movements, the Chi calmed and brought me into silence. The Chi moved through me, around and about me in its familiar way. After my practice, I sat for a few minutes. Another level of stillness. I marveled at how the simplicity (or the innate complexity) of these repetitive movements brought me into this stillness.
Every nuance and movement when we practice is sent out from us and into the world like a blanket of love – protecting and supporting the health of our own bodies and rippling out to our families, community and planet.
It soothes my mind to know that we respect and recognize the importance of self-isolation that’s required at this time, another degree of stillness.
Stillness within more stillness during the chaos of this time. What a gift. Justin always reminded us that TCC is not only a wonderful personal gift, but it is also a gift to humanity. Isn’t that the perfect teaching for this present time?
Topics: Canada, Chi and Intrinsic Energy, Daily Practice, Justin Stone's Teachings, Personal Stories, Present Moment
Originally appeared in: May 2020