| In modern society many people are preoccupied | | | | exercise together, it is called "Push-hands." The |
| with comfort and the desire for a healthy and | | | | practitioners of Tai Chi can easily adapt to the |
| prosperous life. People have invented many ways | | | | martial arts, which emphasizes the ability to |
| to improve their state of mind and live a healthy | | | | channel potentially destructive energy into a kick |
| life. One such method is Tai Chi, an ancient | | | | or a punch. |
| Chinese exercise regimen. Tai Chi is fully known | | | | Tai Chi is a vital part of Taoism, a Chinese |
| as "Tai Chi Chuan," which means "the supreme | | | | tradition first associated with the scholar/mystic |
| ultimate force." It later spread from China to gain | | | | Lao Tsu, a student of Confucius. He wrote and |
| worldwide popularity. | | | | taught in the province of Honan in the 6th century |
| It is a combination of yoga and meditation. To | | | | B.C. He also authored the seminal work of |
| follow Tai Chi one must learn some simple | | | | Taoism, the Tao Te Ching. |
| movements. It is in many ways similar to the | | | | A calm and cool mind can be acquired through Tai |
| martial arts. The moves are very simple, soft and | | | | Chi. It accompanies the beauty and tranquility of |
| slow, with simple even transitions. | | | | nature. It is an interpretation of feelings, and a |
| Although Tai Chi is primarily for the purpose of | | | | continuous process. It's also a good method for |
| achieving a calm and tranquil mind, it also has | | | | finding mental peace. After all, we can all benefit |
| some martial arts applications. If two persons | | | | from learning how to get a peaceful environment. |