Tai Chi Is Counter-Habitual

Tai Chi Is Counter-Habitual When someone tries Tai Chi for the first time, they often say, “This feels so complicated, so unnatural.” The slowness.The softness. The shifting. The coordination.It can feel like you’re doing everything wrong.But here’s a shift in perspective:Tai Chi isn’t hard because it’s counter-intuitive. It’s hard because it’s counter-habitual. So let’s change […]

Tai Chi is Slow at First

Why Tai Chi Is Slow… At First Tai Chi is famous for its slow, flowing movements. That slowness often makes people think it’s only about relaxation or mindfulness. But in real training—especially if you’re exploring Tai Chi as a martial art—the slowness has a very different purpose. Tai Chi is slow at the beginning because […]

Linguine Legs

From Wobbly Legs to Whole-Body Power in Tai Chi If you’ve ever felt your legs trembling during Tai Chi practice, you’re not alone. I call it “linguine legs.” That wobbly, unstable feeling is common—especially when you’re moving slowly or holding a posture. And while it might seem like a weakness, it’s actually a signal that […]

Tai Chi Is Not Meditation in Motion

Why Tai Chi Is Not “Meditation in Motion” Have you ever heard someone describe Tai Chi as “meditation in motion?” You’re not alone. It’s one of the most common labels attached to this art… And it’s also one of the most misleading. So let’s get something straightened out. Yes, Tai Chi can feel meditative. Yes, […]