A.M. and P.M. T'ai Chi (DVD)

The flow of energy rises and falls like the tides. The same is true of the body's energy (also called chi). A.M. and P.M. T'ai Chi will help you master the tides, taking in fresh chi and letting go of stale chi to calm the mind and release the mental and physical tensions of our lives. To bring balance, energy and calm into your day, A.M. T'ai Chi with Master David-Dorian Ross takes you through three movement segments: Gathering Chi in Six Directions recharges your spirit with fresh energy. Eight Pieces of Brocade harmonizes your internal organs, aligns the meridians (or energy channels) and releases toxins. Open Heart unlocks your energy gate to focus the mind and soothe your emotions. To clear out energy blockages that accumulate during the day, P.M. T'ai Chi with expert CJ McPhee helps you realign the flow of chi through three series of forms (or movements): Opening the major energy gateway to allow chi to circulate Aligning the spine to encourage free flow of energy to revitalize your body Cleansing the body of stagnant chi and restoring it with pure chi Both practices will clear out tension, negativity and anxiety, leaving you clam, centered and serene.

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