In Tai Chi, we often focus on grounding, breathing, and flowing movements, but what about our eyes? They’re our window to the world and a key component of how we perceive and react. Yet, in movement practices like Tai Chi, the role of the eyes is often overlooked.
Movement begins with alignment. Whether you’re walking, practicing Tai Chi, or simply standing, how you hold yourself determines your strength, balance, and flow. One foundational principle to master is tucking in your tailbone. This seemingly small adjustment can transform the way you move, creating a stable base while preventing strain and discomfort.
Tai Chi is often described as a dance of energy, a practice that connects Heaven and Earth through the human body. One of the most fascinating principles in this art is the deliberate activation and use of energy points, specifically the Lao Gong (勞宮) points in the palms of your hands and the Yong Quan (涌泉) points in the soles of your feet.