Peaceful
Wolf T'ai Chi Ch'uan
Winter 2008 Newsletter
In a conversation with one of my students
a few days ago we were talking about how we forget to align
ourselves with the seasons. Forgetting our need to maintain
our natural balance. Now it is winter, which is the time
of rest and rejuvenation, and we are often, instead of resting,
caught up in a mad scramble to find presents and go to parties.
Giving presents and going to parties are not bad things
in themselves unless we overdo and allow these endeavors
to prevent us from finding the quiet time our minds and
bodies need at this time of year in order to return to our
natural state. So take a little time this season to relax
and reflect on your life and how you use your time. As we
enter another new year, make time for your own renewal.
Whether it be time for meditation, yoga, t'ai chi ch'uan
or simply a walk, allow yourself to take this time for renewal.
It can lead to new awareness of your place as one part of
the universe around us. Becoming aware of the Tao you can
draw support from that connection to all that is around
and in us. Rejuvenation and growth can follow as you flow
with the Tao. Don't forget the "Big rocks" story
I tell in the beginning class. Make yourself a "Big
Rock" and do those things which will nourish you and
allow you to return to a natural state.
"One should try to return to a relaxed state on
a regular and periodic basis. The simple reason for relaxation
is that it renews us, purifies us, and leaves us with
a profound feeling of serenity. It is not a ritual. It
is not a religious obligation. It is a wonderful state
away from problems. In it, we are poised in our natural
state."
-Deng, Ming Dao 365 Tao
Renewal of body, mind and spirit comes in many forms and
is necessary so we can remain open to the beauty of our
existence and our place in it - in harmony with the Tao,
the sky is clear and spacious,
the earth is solid and full,
all creatures flourish together,
content with the way they are,
endlessly repeating themselves,
endlessly renewed.
Happy holidays and may the new year bring renewed peace
and harmony to you, your family and the families of our
universe.
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Nameste`,
David
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UPCOMING CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
QIGONG CLASSES
WUQIN QIGING - THE FIVE ANIMAL FROLICS
A forty posture set mimicking the movements
of the Crane, Bear, Monkey, Deer and Tiger. A classic Qigong
from the 3rd century which can maintain health or be used
to treat imbalances in the body and mind. Wednesdays 6:00
p.m.
SHIBA LUOHAN GONG - EIGHTEEN LUOHAN QIGONG
Part 2 of this marvelous set from the Shaolin Temple. Saturdays
11:30 a.m.
CLASSICS CLASS
AN INTERNAL EXPLANATION OF THE THIRTEEN POSTURES - PART 2
This class will continue to meet Mondays at 7:15 p.m.
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
DAVID SHAVER will be sharing the refinements to the Shiba
Luohan Gong on
January 19th at 1:00. This is for those who have previously
learned this form.
DR. JAY DUNBAR will be coming to teach the weekend of February
23 - 24. This looks to be a particularly exciting workshop
as Dr. Jay explores with us the relationship of the I Ching
and the world around us.
SHIFU STEPHEN WATSON from Silent Dragon Taiji will be coming
in mid-April.
Subject not finalized but we are talking about meditation,
healing, applications and push hands. Whatever it is it will
be fun and enlightening with Stephe. He is the current
National and World Push Hands Champion.
MASTER JIANG, JIAN-YE will be returning in the Spring to
teach again.
Hopefully also teaching Calligraphy again. Watch for specifics.
WORLD T'AI CHI AND QIGONG DAY will be April 26th this year.
Watch for more information.
This year's SAN SHOU INTENSIVE with Dr. Jay Dunbar and Kathleen
Cusick will probably be in late July. Still trying to finalize
the date. Saturday through Tuesday this year. Watch for more
information.
Happy New Year (Although it isn't until February 7th).
It will be the Year of the Yellow (Brown) Earth Rat - 4705
on the Chinese calendar.
David
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