Tag Archives: Taiji

Relieve Spine Problems with the Tai Chi Ruler Form – Easy to Learn, Easy to Do!

Posted on February 6, 2015 by

There are many esoteric uses for the Tai Chi Ruler which involve the conscious manipulation of energy for the purpose of healing and spiritual growth. But novices may also use the Ruler to relieve back problems, especially in the lower … Continue reading →

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Tai Chi Vs. Chi Gung (Qigong) Vs. Yoga

Posted on August 31, 2014 by

There is a subtle difference between Tai Chi and the practice of Qigong, or Chi Gung, as it is often called. The arts of Yoga and Qigong are even harder to distinguish at times, and similarities in approach, expression, and … Continue reading →

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Inside the Tai Chi Daggers Ruler

Posted on August 2, 2014 by

Do No Kai Martial Arts Temple‘s beautiful Tai Chi Rulers come in two forms: solid and hollow with a surprise. It’s the ruler with the surprise inside that is the subject of this brief article. Two extremely sharp daggers nest one … Continue reading →

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The Secret Way of Tai Chi

Posted on July 19, 2014 by

“The Way Is the Way” — Lao Tzu As with most other spiritual mysteries, the underlying secrets beyond the reach of the casual Tai Chi student operate whether we are conscious of them or not. This is because they are based … Continue reading →

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Tai Chi and Yoga — A Brief Comparison

Posted on July 12, 2014 by

While both Tai Chi and Yoga offer many of the same benefits, they are practiced in very different ways. We compare the basic similarities and differences of these two extremely popular body-mind approaches in the paragraphs below. The Basics of Yoga … Continue reading →

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