Tai Chi 5 Minutes a Day Module 01 - Easy for Beginners - the Wave and Embracing the Moon

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  • @katecosettevocals
    @katecosettevocals 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3054

    "Imagine pushing the water..."
    *was already imagining myself as a waterbender...*

    • @GameOmer3d
      @GameOmer3d 4 ปีที่แล้ว +90

      *_Water Tribee_*

    • @bhavikasatghare8803
      @bhavikasatghare8803 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      ooooh. finally my dream of moving like air bender will come true.

    • @yogiballa
      @yogiballa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      The water bending visuals come to LYFE !!!

    • @brittanyainsworth9307
      @brittanyainsworth9307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This was great, thanks, I've been looking for "learning powerful methods to build your Chi energy" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Fellmeroni Rudimentary Chi - (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my partner got amazing success with it.

    • @angelsanchez-vg2oc
      @angelsanchez-vg2oc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers for this, I been tryin to find out about "learning powerful methods to build your Chi energy" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Fellmeroni Rudimentary Chi - (search on google ) ? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my work buddy got cool success with it.

  • @CuteLesbo69
    @CuteLesbo69 5 ปีที่แล้ว +850

    Years ago in P.E. in high school our coach was teaching us a "stretching exercise" and watching this it suddenly occurred to me he was teaching us Tai Chi. That crafty old bastard.

    • @pacluv
      @pacluv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆

    • @garfeltrealtbh
      @garfeltrealtbh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Hehe

    • @kblanco1361
      @kblanco1361 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      you had a water bending master

    • @elizahq
      @elizahq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Nyehehe damn I wish my PE teacher was like that smh

    • @SethNealMusic
      @SethNealMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@elizahq MY PE teachers always just told us to play basketball while they sat around...

  • @jackiblair7932
    @jackiblair7932 ปีที่แล้ว +555

    Yesterday’s was my 100th day. I skipped a couple of days in the first 2 weeks and then made a rule that if I missed a day I had to start over. I never missed again. There were a few 24 hour periods when I crawled out of bed at 11 p.m. to do it and get back on track. I was surprised that the last 3 days were difficult to finish. That was an eye opener.
    There is a big change in my physical body, my emotions and my understanding and acceptance of myself. My food choices have improved greatly. Shingles are still here but they’ve eased. Yes, I am Drinking more water. Thank you.
    If you are thinking of trying this program, I encourage you to give yourself this gift of 100 Days of Tai Chi that will give back to you in ways that will that will surprise you. I’ve just completed Day 101. Best wishes to you.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Set a new goal and don’t stop. There is so much magic in the daily practice. I celebrate with you day 101. 🥳

    • @powerjolt7215
      @powerjolt7215 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I'm glad to have seen this as I am on my second day. With my other self improvement "things" I do, this has helped put me ease a lot. Especially now that I'm waiting on my university acceptance letter. I do physical training with dumbbells and that got my aggression up a bit so this is balance myself more so. I'm sure I'll stick out to a 100 days since I am very determined.
      May I ask how you went about this? Like did you use this video primarily or go to the other modules over time, maybe even jumping back and forth between them all. I ask because my current plan is to focus on 1 module for every 2 weeks.

    • @jackiblair7932
      @jackiblair7932 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hi… thank you for your interest. Because I can easily get distracted, I chose to stay with this one video every day. That felt more honest because of my personal issues with commitment and not finishing things. If I bounced around to other videos/practices I’m pretty sure I would probably not have completed 100 days. In fact it never occurred to me to do that and I’m thankful for that!
      It sounds like you have a lot going on and maybe creating one constant routine for your schedule for 100 days would be beneficial. You know yourself and how you think and feel which will help you create what’s right for you.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Sign up to my website silver membership for 100 videos

    • @jackiblair7932
      @jackiblair7932 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Taiflow
      I am interested in this. Not sure how to get there

  • @robertaswanson5633
    @robertaswanson5633 ปีที่แล้ว +526

    Oh my! Something I can actually do! I nearly cried when I couldn't follow some other "simple" tai chi videos for seniors. I am 84, used to be active but got sick a few years ago and stopped all activity....trying to find something I can do now to regain my strength and balance.. This was great---I even did the whole review. Thank you!

    • @macgirl1234
      @macgirl1234 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I hope you keep at it! I know how hard it is to get back into activity after being away for a few years. It can feel impossible! But this is such a good way to get yourself moving. I'm sure your body will thank you! :)

    • @djuanblue9850
      @djuanblue9850 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      God bless you on your journey!! My grandpa just turned 91. He has the will but his body has broken down from decades of hard work. He worked till he was 80. Peace, good health, and longevity to you. 🙏

    • @margaretlove630
      @margaretlove630 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That’s exactly me! I couldn’t understand some of the other videos but this I followed easily plus like you I did the review. Do you know if it’s better to do this in the morning or evening? Thanks

    • @sathyasadhana9444
      @sathyasadhana9444 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Love ans respect from India. Best wishes on your Journey.

    • @robertaswanson5633
      @robertaswanson5633 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@sathyasadhana9444 Thank you very much. I love hearing from friends in India. I send you some Christmas joy from snowy New Mexico.

  • @dull_entertainer2857
    @dull_entertainer2857 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3927

    Who’s here because they actually want to learn Tai Chi, and not waterbending?

    • @pablozamora5430
      @pablozamora5430 3 ปีที่แล้ว +306

      I do but if I could learn to waterbend it would be a plus xD

    • @invisible4393
      @invisible4393 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@pablozamora5430 ya

    • @jackiegallery1302
      @jackiegallery1302 3 ปีที่แล้ว +165

      Lol, I don't even know what waterbending is

    • @airosmithredila4725
      @airosmithredila4725 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      I want to become immortal and this is the technique I needed to cultivate my inner strenght for immortality

    • @deanwinchester8650
      @deanwinchester8650 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      @@jackiegallery1302 the power to manipulate water, from Avatar

  • @djGreenALERT
    @djGreenALERT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1329

    I gotta admit I felt a bit stupid starting this, but in the week I have been doing it so far I haven't had one single anxiety attack.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  3 ปีที่แล้ว +116

      Yes the magic is in the daily practice.

    • @AdiPothuri
      @AdiPothuri 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      I came for the video. I stayed for this comment.

    • @amynadler8030
      @amynadler8030 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Anxiety is what brought me here, glad to hear this has helped you ❤

    • @djGreenALERT
      @djGreenALERT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@amynadler8030 Thanks Amy. Whenever I feel anxious now, I do this and it really helps. Hope it helps you as well

    • @rahultambe544
      @rahultambe544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Me too it helped me too

  • @David-pt3nw
    @David-pt3nw 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +248

    I am 72 years old and recovering from cancer. I lost 45 pounds and I am so weak. This workout is just right for me. My wife and I just started today and hope to continue. Thank you so much!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Practice very day if you to make lasting changes 👏

    • @davidzapf3383
      @davidzapf3383 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Drink your own urine mix wather...must drink through nose actually..study tartaria mudflood..plane sight earth

    • @StrangeTigerAW
      @StrangeTigerAW 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@davidzapf3383 Man what? That is terrible advice and seriously unhealthy. David should just follow what his doctors recommend he do. Science-based approaches will help him heal better than crazy urine talk.

    • @TheRedirect77
      @TheRedirect77 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      How amazing to hear that you are healing from Cancer! I hope as the days go on, the exercises become easier . I will be praying to Jesus for your complete recovery and healing .

    • @johnmcmath4355
      @johnmcmath4355 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Hi Guys I am exactly in this situation too. Loving her VDOs, so calming and relaxing. We must just keep on keeping on and cherish each day.

  • @joblo2671
    @joblo2671 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I used to lift weights in navy, did construction work...many surgeries, arthritis, alcohol, painkillers....just kind of discovered this stuff on my own kind of...went to beach started stretching my whole body with the wind. Wow!!
    I'm 42 and never even studied this...I see the martial arts/discipline/breathing...wow this stuff is SO GOOD for your body and soul! Arthritis gone!!! In just days!! (Ive been doing 30-60 min... sometimes 2 hrs!) to get back in shape..now less..5-20 min.. everything at home is easier!! I can move around with comfort and ease!! I am a spiritual warrior!! Wow!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      YESSS practice every day don’t ever stop. Manage you cycles of boredom.

  • @adia4789
    @adia4789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1588

    I wasn't expecting something so simple to help me so much in just weeks. Anyone who's reading this I totally recommend you to continue

    • @zes7215
      @zes7215 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      wrr

    • @Masterxinghongwang
      @Masterxinghongwang ปีที่แล้ว +24

      the best things are usually the simple things👍

    • @JaybayJay
      @JaybayJay ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Thai Chi is something else.. I used to teach Matsubayashi Ryu at 15 as Senpai for a few years. A very Hard Style (Karate is a hard style, Judo and Thai Chi are considered Soft Styles) of Traditional Karate and around 19 I started learning Thai Chi from a friend to help me gain an inner peace over all the stress and attacks I was getting as a teen from my older brother. I was already a great fighter and martial arts instructor before Thai Chi but learning just two basic Kata's changed my whole world. It exploded in my brain and suddenly I was at least twice as fast as I was before, everything about me just felt more loose and relaxed when I needed it to be.

    • @kosha204
      @kosha204 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      when you say it helped you, what exactly did you mean, what did it help you with? Just wondering :)

    • @JaybayJay
      @JaybayJay ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@shyamtandri Oh, look, you found a spelling mistake on the internet. You must be super proud of yourself.. It's okay, take a deep breath.. We've all been there.

  • @HaganeNoGijutsushi
    @HaganeNoGijutsushi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +609

    3:50 "Imagine a wave rolling in, and now it goes out, push..."
    Me: "So what you're saying is, I'm waterbending?"

    • @bevjay1409
      @bevjay1409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Hagane no Gijutsushi yes waterbending is based on tai chi as per ATLA. ☺️

    • @juliasmith5627
      @juliasmith5627 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Haha you're a crack up :D Love it!

    • @hn1369
      @hn1369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bro u gave me the answer to my P.E assignment with this comment, I respect u bro

    • @garfeltrealtbh
      @garfeltrealtbh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don’t get it

    • @richardbaek976
      @richardbaek976 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm waterbending!!!! Woooohoooo

  • @andgill4626
    @andgill4626 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    I was initially skeptical but I’ve kept at it for 30 days so far, and at the risk of sounding melodramatic, it’s been life changing for me. It’s improved my attitude and outlook and helped me gain direction of my life again. Cannot thank you enough!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Keep going don’t ever stop it is a lifetime practice. There is more transformation waiting for you.

    • @mayennarrainen6380
      @mayennarrainen6380 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Very interesting i will practice because i love doing this exercise. Please do help me thanks a lot.
      ​@@Taiflow

  • @allysonbolen9355
    @allysonbolen9355 2 ปีที่แล้ว +289

    I have depression, anxiety, and panic disorder. I'm always thinking the worst and overthink everything I do. My aunt who's a physician sent me your video. I instantly relax and just follow the movements. Thanks for these videos and can't wait to form this into an evening habit. :)

    • @pbaabreo8421
      @pbaabreo8421 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      how are you now?

    • @williamkayaian7268
      @williamkayaian7268 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m glad you are getting better, deep breathing and forget about everything else?

    • @cobra8676
      @cobra8676 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I always recommend people with anxiety to do deep breathing, and develop a high level of concentration by clearing your mind, and having positive thoughts while you do any practice whether its Yoga
      Taichi or any other form of meditation, you feel better by the day..but taichi with the movements its awesome, I wish you well..

    • @trendz2
      @trendz2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Exactly what i have been going through from past 5 years.Overthinking fear,anxiety,emotional breakdown.

    • @allysonbolen9355
      @allysonbolen9355 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@pbaabreo8421 I’m great! Evening habit, definitely relaxing, less anxiety, better sleep. It’s amazing.

  • @IM4fLEX
    @IM4fLEX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +193

    I searched for Tai Chi to heal But I was surprised by the Water bending community here.

  • @mgmixer8379
    @mgmixer8379 4 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    No leotard, no shrill voice, no pounding music. As I sat and watched it, I found myself breathing with her without even thinking about it. Thanks for this.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Now don't sit and watch, GET UP AND FOLLOW!

    • @Josephsvideoalbum
      @Josephsvideoalbum 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly!

    • @kaycee1257
      @kaycee1257 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But still “music,” which I could do without…

  • @kaustubhgargelwar4977
    @kaustubhgargelwar4977 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    I have been doing calisthenics for four years and I can tell you Tai Chi is one of the best workouts and can get you far ahead of people who start gym before basic workouts. Within first few weeks of it you will have strengthened the body enough to start basic calisthenics like half way push ups and half way squats. TaiChi is great muscle training for all age ranges.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      YES!!

  • @director2bob
    @director2bob 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I stopped the video after watching only 52 seconds. Why? So I could post my thoughts and tell you this woman is amazing and gets it. Once I heard her say it's not important to move correctly but what's important is taking the time to practice daily, I was like right on lady. I turn 59 in July and still dance everyday to psychedelic trance music like a kid at an EDM festival. I even practice my own style of martial flow which is completely made up from watching years of kung fu movies and YT videos. Motion is lotion and you just gotta stay moving.

  • @loraivanova8635
    @loraivanova8635 4 ปีที่แล้ว +555

    As an extremely anxious overthinker I must say that tai chi is my biggest hope to learn to control myself and after I watched that video and practiced I can say my hope is alive, impressed and motivated! Thank you! ✌🏻🧘🏻‍♀️🙏🏻

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      keep practicing everyday don't ever stop

    • @gajenmoorthy3954
      @gajenmoorthy3954 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Exactly I too be an anxious,sensitive,overthinker..I have pcod pblm ..Can I try this to calm my mind

    • @loraivanova8635
      @loraivanova8635 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@gajenmoorthy3954 Do it! You won't regret it. In my opinion Tai Chi has its own magic. It's a powerful healer for our souls and minds! ✨

    • @GladiatorKingz
      @GladiatorKingz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@loraivanova8635 gud lora I am a taichi instructor and personal trainer, I have changed my life using Taichi 👍

    • @majorbrighton
      @majorbrighton 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My god. This is far from being proper instruction. If you are a beginner then learn it properly, watch this one…
      th-cam.com/video/NsZaY-EMpiA/w-d-xo.html

  • @norakaszuba
    @norakaszuba 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I had been searching TH-cam for beginner’s Tai Chi and had been unsuccessful in my quest to find anything reasonable, until I Googled this and it brought me directly here. This video is a fantastic introduction to Tai Chi! I had taken a Harvard University online TaiChi course and they showed some basic moves, but never tied them together leaving me disappointed and feeling robbed. This instructor demonstrates the moves slowly and has a soothing and factual voice, leaving me with the feeling that I am being taught by someone who has good command of Tai Chi. Thank you for this channel.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You are most welcome

  • @karerinahabrmanova7534
    @karerinahabrmanova7534 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    First day, thank you so much fort this video. My health is not good, i need something simple, peple please wish me luck so I will continue this.

  • @bobolatrick
    @bobolatrick 4 ปีที่แล้ว +480

    I was inspired to learn Tai Chi ever since watching Avatar. I always wanted to be a water bender! I guess now’s the time for me to pursue my dream x)

    • @l.kumaran55
      @l.kumaran55 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Exactly why I am here

    • @shardajain3362
      @shardajain3362 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I will start it
      . & make it habit

    • @gabriellameattray9778
      @gabriellameattray9778 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm doing the same thing!

    • @ree.79
      @ree.79 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This is the exercise that I have been doing in my home as a thinking that I am a waterbender for meditation. And now I learned new that this is called Tai Chi 😂😂🌊

    • @sop1taa
      @sop1taa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      same here i rly wanna be a water bender and i’ve always loved water

  • @ady3783
    @ady3783 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    So many are here because they want to learn how to water bend. But many are also here to reconnect with themselves and regain their energy. My heart goes to you all. I am here to learn so I may also learn to control the flow of my chi so I may one day remember my past lives. Only then can I truly help others to see.

  • @elviradonaghy6425
    @elviradonaghy6425 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    DAY 5 MAKING MY WAY TO 100...5 MINS A DAY WILL GIVE YOU THE WAY. I PRAY FOR SUCCESS. CANCER THERAPY HAS A TERRIBLE SIDE EFFECT. FATIGUE! I DON'T WANT TO DO ANYTHING. BUT TAI CHI DRAWS ME TO DO IT. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ok good job! Keep going.

  • @renatewoerner6341
    @renatewoerner6341 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I finally found someone who actually takes slow time to teach the moves specifically and I can follow! Thank you! I have put this off for 10 years! You give me hope...

  • @kathleendowney8633
    @kathleendowney8633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    I just got out of hospital after having a heart attack. My doctor recommends I learn this chi for stress relief and to help me relax. I came very close to the end and very sad feelings about what happened to me. So I have watched your video and some others over the last week. I have done your lesson several mornings and must admit I do feel better. I will definitely keep it up daily. I promise. Thank you so much for giving me some healing.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Every day don't ever stop. If you miss a day trust yourself that you will get back to it the next day. I also suffer my whole life from sad feelings and Tai Chi really helps.

    • @raywindred5419
      @raywindred5419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      From a paramedic standpoint, you are doing it right, tai chi is wonderful for people with heart condition.

    • @stevendewar8951
      @stevendewar8951 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well done you! Wishing u well in your tai chi practice and improving your health, very inspiring

    • @edwardgraham8854
      @edwardgraham8854 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Died in the back of an ambulance after suffering a heart attack all day at work BACK IN 2016 made it home hour later ambulance arrived soon as they lay me down flat lined that was it my heart stop seen the light briefly 6 mins to be exact my life has never been the same ti chi mediation cold water therapy ti chi ties in with them all been learning for a year its change my mind thoughts behaviour one thing i have learned about dieing i have no fear of doing it again i live my life to the fullest bro and so should you to the level you can no fear big man CALM IS KING 💚

    • @happytobealivelulu1587
      @happytobealivelulu1587 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      God bless you

  • @petert9224
    @petert9224 4 ปีที่แล้ว +184

    Ok in isolation for 12 weeks , good time to start something new .

    • @Goldringz1000
      @Goldringz1000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amen to that happy Easter especially all the kids

    • @Goldringz1000
      @Goldringz1000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Onward Heavenly soldiers

    • @Goldringz1000
      @Goldringz1000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do this with some really good energy music that's all in my opinion

    • @illdoitwhenpigsfly
      @illdoitwhenpigsfly 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely! Have fun!

    • @nawr494
      @nawr494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hope you're doing ok

  • @rajendranardekar1090
    @rajendranardekar1090 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thanks to You Tube, sitting at home we can learn Yoga, Tai Chi, or any other form of exercise in great detail.

  • @QuietLumina
    @QuietLumina ปีที่แล้ว +69

    It’s like a physical meditation. Really impressed with how good this felt.

    • @elsiedoomhammer7646
      @elsiedoomhammer7646 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's why I'm getting into it too. I've managed to cultivate a good meditation habit but I struggle sometimes with getting myself to stay still, not think or-my favorite-not get some insidious itch every time I try to relax. I know meditation through movement is a thing so I'm giving it a shot in the hopes that it'll help with anxious days.

    • @karencollins6934
      @karencollins6934 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agree

    • @stefanschleps8758
      @stefanschleps8758 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It is meditation indeed. As you gather greater control of your breath and your body relaxes to an ever deeper degree, our minds become crystal clear and highly focused. Tai Chi Ch'uan and Chi-kung are dynamic forms of meditation and work even better when joined to seated, static meditation. I do both every day, I will never stop these beautiful practices. The rewards are endless. Good luck!

    • @remsleepster
      @remsleepster 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s exactly it!

  • @gabbie3373
    @gabbie3373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +383

    “embrace the moon”
    meanwhile sokka’s cries can be heard a mile away

    • @og-cryoman1842
      @og-cryoman1842 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      "That's rough buddy"

    • @cristinarancano471
      @cristinarancano471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This comment is gold

    • @takiyah0526
      @takiyah0526 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's rough, buddy.

    • @trip2439
      @trip2439 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is probably the best comment I've seen in my many years on TH-cam.

    • @zatrusofnietzche2281
      @zatrusofnietzche2281 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try doing it on Benidorm beach, a young Spanish woman, looked like a dark haired Pamela Anderson in her red costume walks Infront of me and bends over !!
      My thoughts",if that doesn't distract you then you must be dead😀

  • @trmwyldshade1482
    @trmwyldshade1482 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Perhaps you know but maybe not. There are large amounts of us that need your teachings. Please don't stop, unless you need to of course. We really do need your knowledge. Blessed be

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am always here but you have to go to my website to get the continuation of the series

  • @elviradonaghy6425
    @elviradonaghy6425 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you. My first day trying this only 99 more til harvest. I have never enjoyed excercise more than i have doing this. I am 86, battling cancer, did nothing for months but watch the boob tube. Until i saw this and was drawn to it. I will do this every day.
    I feel better already.
    I lost all energy. I had no desire to do anything, or go anywhere. This makes me feel like i am a bird flying,softly gently gliding through the air, and at the beach with the tide coming in and going out. I love it. Thank you so much. You have lifted my spirits.

    • @duvessa2003
      @duvessa2003 ปีที่แล้ว

      Healing & happiness to you 🌼🌼🌼

  • @user-wt3ml4qi3p
    @user-wt3ml4qi3p 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    I have low confidence. To make smile in my face from my heart I want to learn this Art. Because I was a Martial art student. Because Of my stress and low confidence I was not sucess and I could not complete the course.Now I am suffering from thyroid. It is a spirit of my life to live in the Earth. Hope I will feel better. Thank you Ma'am.

  • @golos9
    @golos9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    Heart failure at 24. My disease actually destroys my heart when I do strenuous exercise... tai chi has been the perfect balance between calming my mind, moving my body in a way that is both challenging and not strenuous. Thank you!

    • @ChildOfTheMostHigh7373
      @ChildOfTheMostHigh7373 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I got it at 34 from having my lung removed at age 9

    • @ankushgatti4754
      @ankushgatti4754 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bro...hows ur condition now...?

    • @golos9
      @golos9 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@ankushgatti4754 hey Ankush. Unfortunately I am quite debilitated and getting closer to needing a transplant. However, I have a new cardiologist who is more aggressive and wants to try to give me more time with amiodarone and ablation techniques! Hopefully that makes me stable so I can hold onto my original heart as long as possible! In the meantime, I'm still doing tai chi, yoga, and light walking to keep my strength and well being up.

    • @hydradominatus
      @hydradominatus ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@golos9 gl brother

    • @theone7359
      @theone7359 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@golos9 stay strong love

  • @zentierra7803
    @zentierra7803 4 ปีที่แล้ว +548

    It is March 22, 2020, and I am in self-isolation (with the only exception being work) due to COVID-19.
    I am so glad I found your channel. Just following this simple tutorial has brought me such a sense of well- being. I have just subscribed to your - honestly - spirit-saving channel.
    Thank you!

    • @DoeJane1234567
      @DoeJane1234567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I'm right there with you friend!

    • @paulinab6619
      @paulinab6619 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Same situation, going to start following these tutorials now, in hope of healing my mind and body in these troubling times

    • @charleneh8084
      @charleneh8084 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Zentierra Hi I did this video yesterday and also then I tried the video called Qigong for beginners. It was sooo fun and some of the moves make you laugh! I recommend you try that as well. Afterwards you’ll feel calm and relaxed 😌

    • @lauraneuenfeldt3921
      @lauraneuenfeldt3921 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Lol exactly the same situation! XD

    • @irenegarbari
      @irenegarbari 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Same here! Am in Italy !

  • @IPW133-yo
    @IPW133-yo หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Your Tai Chi vids have got me fitter after SEPSIS. This has saved/returned my quality of life after almost not making it. I do your moves every day. I am now sharing this will others so they can benefit from it also.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That’s great! 🙏

    • @IPW133-yo
      @IPW133-yo 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@Taiflow I say something to all those patients who I help with your moves. I say one thing - You know the saying "No pain no gain? - all we say here is NO PAIN". I work with +80 year olds and those post hip, knee operations. All love it. Thank you.

  • @OfficialAwkbe
    @OfficialAwkbe ปีที่แล้ว +9

    My healthcare provider suggested I either do yoga or tai chi to help with my stress, depression, and low appetite so here I am. Started today and hope to continue doing videos like this for at least 100 days. Gonna keep a tracker in my journal to try to keep up with it since I have trouble staying motivated for long projects. Best of luck to everyone else doing this, too!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ok just focus on each day and celebrate your practice honor your efforts

  • @Janbwebster
    @Janbwebster 6 ปีที่แล้ว +672

    Great video. I am 73 years of age with quite severe Fibromyalgia. I have started using this video as a warm up to my stretching program and before I walk on my treadmill. I go through the program twice. It gets me warm and relaxed for the hard work that comes next. Thank you.

    • @feliciau3368
      @feliciau3368 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Look up the 5 rites on TH-cam also

    • @davebluder4639
      @davebluder4639 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Janet Webster n

    • @SamarpanaYogananda6509
      @SamarpanaYogananda6509 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      nice! u should take up boxing too!

    • @rebeccabonner3000
      @rebeccabonner3000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Hey sorry you have Fibromyalgia that must be painful, i am sending you my thoughts and prayers. I hope your doing better these coming months, Janet. Love and blessings Bee.

    • @amydunn1092
      @amydunn1092 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      try atp progressive labs for fibromyalgia......its been a god send for me!!!!

  • @juliafischer7615
    @juliafischer7615 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I was skeptical but 11 minutes later and I feel a lot better than I did when I woke up. I surely don't understand why anyone would downvote this.

  • @dennisjj6529
    @dennisjj6529 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    HI.. my wife and I are in our 70.s. Her sister recommended this video to us today. We are going to start our journey tomorrow. Thank you, ... and your voice is so smooth and comforting.

  • @user-lk4qt1qz1i
    @user-lk4qt1qz1i 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    At 73 years I "tried" a tai chi free class at a local community hall. Hooked me in instantly. Found Leia's Tai Chi modules that night and now at day 14. Already have changes - constant sinus mucus reduced 80%. Gas in abdomen reduced greatly. Thigh muscles strengthening and at the end of just module 1 (10 mins) my body feels like all of it has been moved around. Leia's statement of "not important you move correctly" resonated with me and after just 14 days of moving daily my body is now automatically fine tuning my tai chi movements. Leia ... Thank you so much for this wonderful gift and I look forward to working my way through all of your modules. Being a Kiwi in Australia the beautiful location on module 1 helps enormously too.

  • @GPR3
    @GPR3 5 ปีที่แล้ว +897

    I'm currently suffering with chronic lyme disease and the co-infections. This helps me more than I ever thought it would! My muscles feel less fatigued after and relaxed and when I'm focusing on it I don't realize how bad I currently feel. Thanks so much! Very excited to do this every single day!!

    • @cameronniven7951
      @cameronniven7951 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Wimm Hoff method will help

    • @rosalindrichards2448
      @rosalindrichards2448 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Try Alexander Technique search the thinking curve.

    • @stephaniemerritt4989
      @stephaniemerritt4989 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      trollaccount rumor lee brice

    • @STEINYY
      @STEINYY 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good for you

    • @telegnes4500
      @telegnes4500 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So sorry to hear that. I hope you are fine now.

  • @stellahewett8627
    @stellahewett8627 6 ปีที่แล้ว +225

    I am 70yrs with a back injury and severe arthritis. At last I have found a way of gentle exercise and moving my joints that does not cause me pain. I am a total beginner so the level is perfect for me to follow. I feel so relaxed and yet invigorated. Now I actually look forward to 'being' in the moment every evening when its time for me to do the routine. I started with just the 5 minutes a day and now can manage 15 minutes out of my wheelchair. I LOVE IT THANK YOU from an ardent exercise hater.

    • @dimis2800
      @dimis2800 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You may look at the standing meditation

    • @TammyTravelsTheWorld
      @TammyTravelsTheWorld 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi Stella! I just wanted to say that I am so happy for you! I hope this year finds you well and healthy. Many blessings to you!

    • @nickname5921
      @nickname5921 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your old

    • @Shootingmyshot
      @Shootingmyshot 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sending love and healing

    • @macraghnaill3553
      @macraghnaill3553 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@nickname5921 So! you are not going to get old? getting old is one thing you can't escape [unless you die young]

  • @CrohnicHappiness
    @CrohnicHappiness 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    I just did my first session and I ended up twisting it to my own. I blocked out all thought and just focused on breathing and relaxation and I began to cry when I was done. This is the best I’ve felt in years. Day 1 done… many more to go! 😊

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Keep posting every day if you like to stay accountable

    • @CrohnicHappiness
      @CrohnicHappiness 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@Taiflow I’m going too, I NEED too…. For to long I let myself wander while trying to figure it out. Peace was what I was missing. I’m holding myself accountable from here on out. This journey is a true form of true excitement in my life for once…

    • @CrohnicHappiness
      @CrohnicHappiness 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Day 2 down!!
      Day 3 down!!
      Day 4 down!!
      Day 5 down!!
      Day 6 down!!

    • @CrohnicHappiness
      @CrohnicHappiness 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Day 6! Got to it late but made time for myself :)

    • @PaulTavaresEmpowerment
      @PaulTavaresEmpowerment 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yep, awesome routine

  • @jackiblair7932
    @jackiblair7932 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I am recovering, hopefully, from a 14 month bout with shingles. My doctor told me there is no cure and that I would just have to wait it out and rest. Although I feel better the shingles continue. 29 days of this tai chi has helped me more than I can even express. I have more energy and I’m able to think about something besides shingles. My body alignment and posture have greatly improved. My attitude is much more positive and I’ve begun my art practice again. I am so grateful.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Have you cut out wheat and gluten? Do you drink enough water?

    • @jackiblair7932
      @jackiblair7932 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Taiflow I’m pretty conscious of wheat and gluten. I’ve never been a big water consumer. I will be more conscious now to drink more water. Thank you.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jackiblair7932 2 liters a day you need it to flush your system. Zero wheat and gluten until it’s gone completely.

    • @littlebird6068
      @littlebird6068 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am suffering with recurrent shingles as well. I will start liquid olive leaf tomorrow which is a free radical scavenger. I'm willing to try anything. Definitely being dehydrated is a trigger for me.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@littlebird6068 start by drinking two liters of water a day get a bottle that you can meausre our water and I would recommend removing all wheat and gluten while you are in a flair up.

  • @asaimma1241
    @asaimma1241 6 ปีที่แล้ว +690

    For all the technical commentators - please understand that people entirely new to soft martial arts cannot possibly absorb their foundational philosophies, strategies and methodologies as they are way too complex. This video is aimed for lay people, the elderly, the mildly distressed etc to follow and absorb. The demonstration here is a superlative example of deep knowledge translated for easy absorption by the uninitiated casual user and has the potential to produce almost 'instant' - within one week - benefit. Once initiated, the participant can advance on to the more elaborate and technically sophisticated forms. Taiflow - kudos to you in Spades! Please keep it up and thank you!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Asa Imma thank you so much for that!

    • @bruceching4078
      @bruceching4078 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      No. As Yang Luchan said to Yang Banhou, "Can this be t'ai chi?" T'ai chi ch'uan (taijiquan) doesn't feature independent movement of the arms, such as that depicted in the push in the videoclip.

    • @Hitter5658
      @Hitter5658 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sure is! It's great.

    • @bruceching4078
      @bruceching4078 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Asa Imma Nice try at providing an excuse, but no, that's still wrong. Moving incorrectly isn't the same as giving layered explanations. Instead, moving incorrectly is only moving incorrectly. And the effect of modeling incorrect movement--while claiming that it's taijiquan--is to propagate incorrect movement in those who believe the demonstration because they don't know any better. In other words, it's fraud.

    • @reneem6243
      @reneem6243 5 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Dude, I think you need to do some meditation on why you're being so nit-picky and upset about this. Fraud? That's just silly. First, she's not selling anything. Second, she is not advertising this as perfect forms. This is for beginners just engaging with these sorts of movements. And it is helping many people, as you can read in many of the comments on here. How is that a bad thing?

  • @otterrivers3765
    @otterrivers3765 2 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    Unlike most people here cracking jokes about it I actually appreciate this for what it is. I have a back problem which affects my legs and makes it difficult for me to get even basic exercise. This helps me a lot because it's not too strenuous. i even have trouble walking so my blood pressure is too high. my dr says i need some exercise but got to be careful not to worsen the damage. Than you!

    • @jasonmedina1353
      @jasonmedina1353 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Im in the same boat.I feel your pain

    • @Eatbeans6739
      @Eatbeans6739 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It’s funny that there are people who spring up on serious videos like this, and start making sarcastic comments, unrelated to the subject. They must be living desperate lives. They should watch this with seriousness, as this could actually help them, physically and mentally. Good luck you pathetic little trolls hiding behind your keyboards.

    • @raywindred5419
      @raywindred5419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I’m with you, I am a retired ambulance officer (paramedic), with a back injury and the best exercises are yoga 🧘‍♀️ and Tai Chi. Keep up your Tai Chi exercises and best wishes for a healthy future.

  • @elviradonaghy6425
    @elviradonaghy6425 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Had to miss a day due to severe eye problems.
    Did day 17 today friday march 3. Still battling cancer. But not discouraged.
    Tai Chi meditation keeps me i touch with rewarding prayer life. I saw your message when you went to China. I am interested in your upcoming classes.
    Thank you for teaching Tai Chi.

  • @ME-ol9gk
    @ME-ol9gk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +670

    This would be a great thing to teach children from an early age. Would probably help with children's behaviour in class. Calm them down.

    • @leiacohen6423
      @leiacohen6423 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yes I think they would like it very much especially with the names of animals and objects. This style of Tai Chi called Taijifit it is also appropriate with any sort of music and the teacher could choose fun music that the class would like.

    • @shamansierra4966
      @shamansierra4966 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      A great thing to teach children would be Tai Chi but what this lady is doing has nothing to do with Tai Chi - she just uses the name to generate traffic on TH-cam

    • @leiacohen6423
      @leiacohen6423 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I believe this style of Tai Chi would be even better for children than the traditional Tai Chi they could get into a flow state and release tension without all the frustration and dedication required from the traditional Tai Chi.

    • @michellechapman7307
      @michellechapman7307 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes should be standard, if taught from a young age it would just become a part of everyday life.

    • @jolsol77
      @jolsol77 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      the bible can teach them far more!

  • @lizavasquez6192
    @lizavasquez6192 3 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    I don’t know about “water bending”. I’m here to deal with the excruciating pain of fibromyalgia.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      have you cut out wheat and gluten?

    • @marcelochacon5518
      @marcelochacon5518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      oh my!! my mom suffers from fibromyalgia... these movements are supposed to relieve the pain?

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@marcelochacon5518 maybe it will at least give you more flexibility

    • @Snippyboy16
      @Snippyboy16 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I have fibro and it was suggested I explore tai chi as a way of helping manage it.... But also water bending 😂

    • @kaymayes6579
      @kaymayes6579 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Me two liza how's it working for you
      Peace & love

  • @marthadawson8954
    @marthadawson8954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I found this several months ago. To me, It's totally satisfactory - her voice, the view (!!!), the motions and I actually like the music. Thanks for everything.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Martha 🤗

  • @karmepematsemo6414
    @karmepematsemo6414 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am worthy of a commitment of 5 minutes a day, for 100 days. I take you at your word that this will forge a new habit. I live with chronic spinal pain, due to unsuccessful surgeries (21 years ago). These movements seem possible for me. I will report back with results. Thank you for your service.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes please do, take on this challenge, you are worth it. I am waiting to hear how you feel the magic.

  • @lillyhesse5798
    @lillyhesse5798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Just got diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. I remembered doing Tai chi when I was at a health clinic, getting up early to walk to the lake side to quietly practice tai chi. It was such a great start to my day, I’m not sure why I stopped. I remembered it out of the blue though as I’ve once again been having issues with both my physical and mental health. Hopefully getting back into the habit of doing tai chi will help.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes you need to learn to manage your stress for sure to prevent flareups

  • @xAdrianHGx
    @xAdrianHGx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    youtuber without ads on his video=someone with good heart and someone who cares about orthers not about money. this type of youtubers are one of the best youtubers👍
    P.S. tai chi helps u to control your ki energy (life force) so u can use it for very useful things like healing (yourself and orther peoples) and a lot more things u can do so i approve this for all who wants to use his energy for good things and not for money.

    • @fitnessmove8408
      @fitnessmove8408 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes but I do hope that people will make their way over to my website www.taiflow.com and sign up for my online classes! I need to make money somehow right?

    • @scottkrueger9003
      @scottkrueger9003 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Herobrine Gamer// AdrianHG I’m new to TH-cam and didn’t even realize you can have a channel without ads...I’m curious how that works!!

    • @manza477
      @manza477 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      This ain't dragon ball chief

    • @altha-rf1et
      @altha-rf1et 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      No ads and not sorry music playing, makes it a good video

    • @TAROTAI
      @TAROTAI 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's not *ki* - that's Japanese - it's *chi* Mandarin Chinese & this isn't Tai Chi; it is a sad demonstration of an incoherent woman who can hardly form words, let alone demonstrate the most basic form - for the sake of sincerity 太极拳; th-cam.com/video/R2Hft14XYn8/w-d-xo.html

  • @francescafederico3324
    @francescafederico3324 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Loving this... I've been doing a little less than 3 weeks & my balance is so much better. I do it before I go to bed sometimes I'm tired I forget & get in bed then remember I haven't done my Tai Chi. I get up straight away to do my Tai Chi it so relaxing. Tgere is such a lovely peaceful energy with it... Thank you so much. ❤🎉🌹

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I do that too sometimes haha I get out of bed to do Qigong cause I know I will sleep better

  • @D1sappo1ntmentPanda
    @D1sappo1ntmentPanda หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It’s my first day of incorporating this into my life after reading tao te ching❤

  • @Maverick4023
    @Maverick4023 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    My local Tai Chi class has been suspended for now because of the coronavirus. Because of videos like this, I can keep at it while I'm waiting for my class to start up again. Thanks!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a great online course that you can follow and even get ahead of the class!! Let me know if you want more details. I also do payment plans.

  • @Craigicus
    @Craigicus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Three months after starting, I'm down 20lbs and feel like I've reverse-aged 15 years!
    Thank you Taiflow!
    I started with your free modules here. 1-5 - first just five minutes
    Then on to 10, 15, 20, 30, 40, and 50 minutes over the weeks.
    I find my balance and ease of natural movement is improved immensely!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cool !

  • @elviradonaghy6425
    @elviradonaghy6425 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    DAY 14 ONWARD TO 100!
    THANK YOU AGAIN AND AGAIN.

  • @night_nick1739
    @night_nick1739 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Master Leia, I'm going to speak for all your students of Tai Chi, - thank you so much for these instructional videos. I'm not really flexible nor have I ever liked to do any particular sporting activity, so I was a little bit afraid I couldn't keep up, but I was surprised to find out these basic movements are pretty simple and elegant to do. I know that if I practise regularly, I'll eventually get much better, and maybe I'll be able to learn how to defend myself if needed. But, honestly, I think that Tai Chi is so much more than "just" a fighting combat technique. My Reiki always starts to flow when practising Tai Chi and it just makes me so happy!
    Although, I'm not doing it even nearly as flawlessly and elegantly, as you are, I can feel my body getting stronger and more flexible each time I practise with you.
    Thank you, Master, be blessed!

  • @rogerthompson5250
    @rogerthompson5250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I have severe osteoarthritis in both knees and need to have both knee joints replaced and have poor balance. I really feel that Tai Chi could greatly benefit me. I have been walking a quarter mile with my wheeled walker or crutches, but it is brutal. I think that Tai Chi would be of great benefit mentally, physically and spiritually. 🥋

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I recommend you cut out all wheat and gluten to mitigate your pain and practice everyday to build strength. Good luck and enjoy.

  • @margosmith9524
    @margosmith9524 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Very impressed. I'm 81 and I'm going to try this daily. It looks so calming.

  • @gypsyroma9574
    @gypsyroma9574 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are an amazing beautiful peaceful spirited woman,I have never felt better inside and out,you teach it so easy and your surroundings are so peaceful and the music just makes it,everyone should try this you will feel so enlightened and amazing and it's only 5 mins a day,you will feel sore but it's a great sore cos you see your body change,thank you so much love you you have changed my life 🤗🐾

  • @kimrojas1521
    @kimrojas1521 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My mobility is so bad, I didn't think I could do anything. But, I felt so empowered that I could do these simple movements and it feels good on my body.

  • @ymajohnson8501
    @ymajohnson8501 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm on lockdown just outside Wayne County, one of the COVID-19 hotspots. I haven't done Tai Chi in almost 10 years. I registered for an online Tai Chi class this morning through our local community college and through tech snafus missed it by 5 minutes. It was such a bummer cause I had to twist my own arm to get there!! I gave myself a pep talk and did some searching, and wound up here. Thank you to the Taiflow Channel. You're a healer in these troubled times.

    • @nancie7487
      @nancie7487 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have watched and learned from many masters. But this wonderful woman I have found to be the very best! Just found her channel also. I was never taught the breathing very well. She goes slowly. Which helps alot! Be well!

  • @leslierosen4078
    @leslierosen4078 4 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    I have always wanted to do tai chi and now is the time. Also sheltering-in.

    • @Elisre3
      @Elisre3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too. Trying tomorrow.

    • @GladiatorKingz
      @GladiatorKingz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great , am an online Taichi instructor and personal trainer, Taichi is moving meditation so it attracts people esily...

    • @celiarivera6947
      @celiarivera6947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too so here I am now🙂

  • @kathym4600
    @kathym4600 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I’m 62 y.o. And for the first time in my life I’m going to be serious about tai chi. Very simple starting steps. Thank you!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes it’s a good time to start making yourself a priority

  • @WednesdaysDragon
    @WednesdaysDragon ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The universe played itself out and brought me here. What a great teacher for a novice like myself! Thank you! I feel better just being here. Time well spent. (Zen proverb: Let go or be dragged.) Be well everyone.

  • @gingerlewis8900
    @gingerlewis8900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    After doing this practice for 10 minutes, I literally felt such intense energy surging through my body, it gave me goosebumps everywhere. What a rush! I've practiced Qi gong in the past and have forgotten what a great connection it makes to mind, body and breath. I totally felt the release of Qi all throughout my body. Love it!

    • @DeeMyers
      @DeeMyers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Try practicing star energy.its so powerful people can be knocked off feet with a rush of power
      Its amplified en masse

    • @majorbrighton
      @majorbrighton 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so frustrated, when I read comments like this, you are watching the wrong video my friend.
      Try doing it right from the get go by a master, where the moves are explained properly…
      th-cam.com/video/NsZaY-EMpiA/w-d-xo.html
      You should always Lear how to start and warm up first ok. Explained moves are extremely important.

  • @wagon4088
    @wagon4088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    honestly came here because of the avatar but i genuinely think ill be watching all her modules

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      go for it!!

  • @chiwiria4342
    @chiwiria4342 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    First day doing this and somehow, I started tearing up a little. I don't know why. I'll definitely incorporate this routine to my mornings

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Make time to practice everyday and it will change your life.

    • @andreibercea942
      @andreibercea942 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Sometimes when my stress levels go down, i tear up a little too. Stress can hide a lot of emotions that are better off felt and explored rather than suppressed or ignored.

    • @kdlittlehawk
      @kdlittlehawk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Crying is your body healing. It is good. Surrender, let go. :)

    • @txmetalhead82xk
      @txmetalhead82xk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You are achieving harmony. Body, Soul and Mind. I agree with you. My knee has been aching for weeks, and 30 minutes of Tai Chi movements has helped incredibly. It is like magic!

  • @asyaakata1110
    @asyaakata1110 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    It's my second day and i'm feeling much better after the exercises. I'm struggling with depression for two years and nothing had ever made me feel good until I met Tai-Chi. So thank you :)

  • @Salty_Onion
    @Salty_Onion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m here because tho I may not need this extra bit of exercise, I’ve decided that I do need some. I’m active-ish but never really exercise and I’m pretty weak. Now, I stayed up a bit later than I usually do and did a few simple exercises. They weren’t much but since I’m not used to it, it was hard. However, every morning I’ll get up and do more. If I have free time I’ll try this! I’ll keep it as something if I want an extra challenge! Thank you so much for this and remember, you don’t have to wait to exercise till you absolutely need it because, to be honest, you always absolutely need it! I wish the best of luck to anyone out there who decided to care for themselves a little more and to anyone who’s been doing this forever! I wish everyone the best of luck! :)

  • @afakayu5176
    @afakayu5176 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I'm on an acid microdose and I'm nearly in tears, idk why. This is so beautiful. I'm bout to go skateboarding, afterwards ill go to the forest and try tai chi. I'll try putting these visualisations in my skateboarding flow. Thank you so much.

    • @TETCOM.
      @TETCOM. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      nigga u trippin...lol.....oh wait....

    • @jaronloar1762
      @jaronloar1762 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope it was a good trip!

    • @afakayu5176
      @afakayu5176 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaronloar1762 It was! Thank you!

    • @afakayu5176
      @afakayu5176 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jaronloar1762 It's crazy how that was the last time I took a micro dose until yesterday night. I did some Journaling, put on some solfeggio frequencies, took a triangle and went to bed. Had the craziest "dream" and woke up to this comment of yours. "hope you had a nice trip".. Incredible :D

    • @jaronloar1762
      @jaronloar1762 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@afakayu5176 You're welcome! :) And wow! That's insane! The patterns of the universe lined up for us! I feel like I've been able to tap into those patterns more and more the more I have been getting into Taoism. Interesting!
      But oh cool! I hadn't heard of solfeggio frequencies until your comment, and they seem fascinating! If I may, do you have a specific video you go to for to listen to the frequencies? :)
      I've also been wanting to get into journaling too! My idea was to make a bullet point list every day of things that happened in the day and things that I think are going to happen in the future! Then I can look back and see if my predictions were accurate! :D

  • @monicawinter8591
    @monicawinter8591 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I think this is my favourite. I keep coming back to it. I love the peaceful calm you radiate in your instruction.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m in my bliss

  • @rachelmasin8779
    @rachelmasin8779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    My coworkers and I have been doing this everyday for a week. Thank you for showing us that we can do this in our office. We love the music you choose very much. Next Week we are going to try and do the ten minutes.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great to hear!

  • @9681559
    @9681559 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1576

    Every body is a gangster until the arrows start glowing

    • @sirVhailor
      @sirVhailor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      it's "everybody gansta till something", come on man, don't ruin it

    • @shamyogirle5850
      @shamyogirle5850 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      sirVhailor bro it’s just a joke don’t ruin it

    • @corywhite4374
      @corywhite4374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ryuu ga waga teki wo kurau

    • @catlovesband
      @catlovesband 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes

    • @olgamelo7595
      @olgamelo7595 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Español

  • @melonieancheta6434
    @melonieancheta6434 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    I am 62 with severe OA and RA (I am scheduled for my 3rd hip replacement in a month because my bones keep disintegrating), fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. I started practicing with you a week ago and found I could do all the movement in spite of a hip almost immobilized due to bone loss, shoulders bound up w/arthritis and knees that have no cartilage left. This FEELS SO GOOD!! I can't believe how (relatively) painless it is and how invigorated I feel afterward. I do this when I take a break from working (I am writing a book based on twenty years of my research) and have found it clears my head and I'm able to go back to work refreshed and without that dull head ache that comes everyday about 2pm.
    It is a joy to watch you and follow along. Thank you.

    • @georgehaigh2276
      @georgehaigh2276 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      wow! thanks for sharing this experience! I will practice it more definitely, in order to calm down and be more patient.

    • @abhishekkj3662
      @abhishekkj3662 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Melonie Ancheta
      Can I guve you one advice...on top of doing tiji...do prana ayama too....it helped me and I also have OA

    • @Nostradamus-ry3iv
      @Nostradamus-ry3iv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      HAVE COURAGE DEAR AND STAY BLESSED

    • @gkprivate433
      @gkprivate433 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      american and western medicine is ignorant of so many martial arts, buddhist meditation, etc. I wish I could broadcast it

    • @LionTheHeart
      @LionTheHeart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have the invisible disease fibromyalgia also, I believe I can work with this, certainly give it a try. Thank you!

  • @ExpansivenessofLight
    @ExpansivenessofLight 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you for gifting everyone such an easy way to practice Tai Chi - so many practitioners forget what it feels like to be a beginner :o)

  • @elviradonaghy6425
    @elviradonaghy6425 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Tai Chi day 6 with you.
    Counting to 100 days.
    I am enjoying Tai Chi.
    Thank you for helping me to have energy again. Tai Chi helps me to feel good, feel happy.

    • @aquarianhealer
      @aquarianhealer 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How's it going with Tai Chi regimen?

  • @bonnieboops58
    @bonnieboops58 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I am 62 and a beginner with various back and joint issues. This was enjoyable to watch and easy to follow. I will use this video everyday, Many Thanks.

  • @foxfire180
    @foxfire180 5 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    At 5:48 you have the entire set without pauses/explanation, people. Thanks for this awesome video!

  • @meechiegambino9031
    @meechiegambino9031 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ny mother put me in a tai chi class after school program... thats one of the best thing she did for me.. to develop as a young black mane

  • @jaydrfish
    @jaydrfish ปีที่แล้ว +7

    5 years on, and this is still the best Tai Chi intro I've seen. Thank you so much.
    You have helped many, Leia!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I found the original footage and I could post this with softer music but I don’t want to compete with myself. I’m still thinks about it.

    • @jaydrfish
      @jaydrfish ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Taiflow how nice! It would be cool to hear both❤

    • @cmarie8099
      @cmarie8099 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This music is perfect. Energizing AND relaxing ❤

  • @merrinkennedy1563
    @merrinkennedy1563 4 ปีที่แล้ว +111

    Another self isolated here with heart, lung and chronic pain issues. Just found this video after watching the Try Guys video on trying Thai Chi. I have started my journey with you. Thank you!!!

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Right now you should only be eating warm foods and drinks. Take out all cold from your diet.

    • @britbanana8412
      @britbanana8412 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm here after watching the Try Guys too!! Good luck with your chronic issues, I hope you are well.

    • @merrinkennedy1563
      @merrinkennedy1563 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Brit Banana That is very sweet of you. Take care of yourself xxx

    • @sarahquince3523
      @sarahquince3523 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same! Watching the Try Guys, I feel I need to do tai chi now!

    • @merrinkennedy1563
      @merrinkennedy1563 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sarah Quince enjoy and take care of yourself and you loved ones xxx

  • @kevingubernatis3324
    @kevingubernatis3324 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Hey there, I'm not here because of avatar, though the comments reminded me that I wanted to watch it. I'm here because I'm trying to get healthy, and yoga is way too much the big new fad for me. I've always been interested in Tai chi, mostly because the focusing of one's energy feels like magical practice to me. I've been doing this for about a month now, and today I tried doing the movements without having to watch the video. I got through all of them and managed to add several movements to each of the different motions. Wound up going over the 5 minutes which made me really happy. Thanks for teaching me the little bit of Tai chi that I have learned Leia, I really appreciate it. Also, I bet Jedi do tai chi.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes I bet they do!! Yoda was a Daosit!

  • @Screendust9
    @Screendust9 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is exactly what I’ve been looking for. It is not overwhelming with lots of complex moves right from the start and I am looking forward to exploring your longer videos and expanding my abilities.

  • @dreaminglady4414
    @dreaminglady4414 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I hugged my sister tree for pain relieve ! For real 😊

  • @janpitzer619
    @janpitzer619 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I was a newly certified yoga teacher when blindsided by a 6-month ailment preventing yoga practice. These Tai Chi movements + walking are the perfect first steps (mentally and physically) for FINALLY getting back to my mat post-surgery!. Namaste

  • @Cat919
    @Cat919 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I had a friend who took traditional tai chi in a reputed school in the (very large) city I lived in a while back. She often commented that the sifu was abrupt and critical - he always found fault with something and would get angry and somewhat verbally abusive. This turned me off from trying as all I was looking for was smooth, relaxing movements. I checked lots of videos on TH-cam but they were very technical and detailed and I needed to learn a whole new vocabulary in a language I had no interest in learning. This video is exactly what I've been looking for, so thank you for giving your time to the rest of us who only want peace and relaxation. Maybe one day I'll want to achieve perfect form and I'll be willing to spend 37 years on that, but it's not today :)

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Release yourself from the outcome and join my Traditional Tai Chi Basics program and you will see that learning Tai Chi can also be rewarding and pleasurable. That how I teach and that's my promise.

  • @joyous7777777
    @joyous7777777 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I am so grateful for this teaching. I took a Tai Chi Class nearly 30 years ago and LOVED it. I've been searching for local classes. What a delight to find a way to learn and practice at home. I just did the first 5 minute exercise and found myself smiling a lot and feeling peaceful and happy. I feel calm and quiet. What a lovely practice. Thank you so much. I will continue to practice, thanks to your easy beginner video that got me started!

  • @Panda72021
    @Panda72021 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Finally, a form of exercise/movement that may be doable with my chronic pain. Doesn't have to be outdoors either, so if I need to stop and rest at any time, I can.
    Tried a few of the exercises, and I felt calmer as well (stress tends to worsen my symptoms).
    Probably won't become a daily ritual for me tbh, but definitely worth having in my "arsenal" of 'spoonie' coping mechanisms.

  • @mariaedithlouzadaprates4076
    @mariaedithlouzadaprates4076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    It's March 28, 2020 and I am in isolation because the corona virus.I like Tai Chi and when found your class I just following that. I live in Brazil/South América. Thank you

  • @terrymccarthy5336
    @terrymccarthy5336 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nearly 70 and feeling very positive after 2 days using this video , going to commit to keeping it up for 100 days because of the comments at the start of the video

    • @99Lightening
      @99Lightening 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am with you Terry on the 100 day Commitment - I used to teach Qi Gong integrated with Meditation Classes - it is like Coming hOMe - I am so GRATEFUL for this video (and others with Tai Chi as well.) Wishing you Health, Balance, and Flow of all that is Good in Universe

  • @VivMBSR
    @VivMBSR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thank you so much for this. After years of Pilates and yoga, I just could not get back into the daily exercise after breaking ankle altering rotator cuff. This simple graceful movements have actually got me moving every single day. I’m extremely grateful🙏🙏🙏

  • @loritravis9540
    @loritravis9540 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Today was my first time doing tai chi. Thank you for the tutorial. I'm now a convert!

  • @nancymatolay3711
    @nancymatolay3711 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thanks so very much for this wonderful video. I have severe upper back and shoulder pain as a result of a mastectomy and damage from radiation. This is the first time I’ve been able to exercise without triggering more pain. Hopefully a way to reclaim the life I once had!❤️

    • @lancypinto6350
      @lancypinto6350 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      treating pain is my life long passion using alternative healing natural therapies. if you need my help email lanmatp@gmail.com

    • @Warsel
      @Warsel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope you will feel better soon

  • @ntitle3453
    @ntitle3453 3 ปีที่แล้ว +466

    Yall talking about water bending while im trying to reach internal peace

  • @columbamccann5367
    @columbamccann5367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I did Tai Chi years ago and unfortunately gave it up. Every now and then I have looked on youtube for an easy way back into it. This video is the most helpful I have found so far, and really got me back into the right style with the flow of energy within a few minutes. I know that, even if I were to do no more than the few moves in this short video, there would be great benefits.

  • @ft.meganmccarthy8865
    @ft.meganmccarthy8865 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Over the past few years I've gone through a lot with my mental health, and I tried all sorts of things to try to help regulate my nervous system. I did yoga for a couple years, but it didn't help much with my anxiety or chronic pain, and eventually my perfectionism turned it into an unhealthy practice for me, so I knew I had to try something else.
    I knew basically nothing about tai chi, and from appearances, I didn't think it'd help my pain to do such little movements, but I gave it a shot. After my first 5 minutes, my shoulders had softened, my spine moved more freely, my ears popped, my jaw relaxed, and I felt calmer than I had in months.
    I've been doing it daily for around a month now, and it hasn't failed me. I've been able to make more progress in my mind and body, and I'm beyond thrilled that I found these videos.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Tai Chi is magic when you practice every day. It changed my life. 🙏

    • @ft.meganmccarthy8865
      @ft.meganmccarthy8865 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Taiflow It's currently changing mine! Thank you for sharing your practice ❤

  • @mazatleco7898
    @mazatleco7898 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I felt the Force(Chi) Building Inside Me MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU ALL!!!

    • @TheSenutyenool
      @TheSenutyenool 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      BZZZZZZT!! No prizes for second place!!

  • @barrand48
    @barrand48 5 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    I I have started it in my 70 years, and I will follow you until the end.

    • @Taiflow
      @Taiflow  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Zdeněk MAREŠ it is my pleasure to have you join me on my path, welcome.

    • @barrand48
      @barrand48 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks.