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Tai Chi and Stress Reduction – Why it Works and How to Benefit

Written by Scott Prath
Tai Chi and Stress Reduction – Why it Works and How to Benefit

Most of us have heard about the close relationship between tai chi and stress reduction. Most everyone also knows that a reduction in stress results in better sleep, weight loss,

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Taoism and How to Use Tai Chi for Sleep

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Taoism and How to Use Tai Chi for Sleep

Do you have trouble sleeping? When did it begin? The exact answer isn’t important. What is important is that you remember a time when your sleep was at best, heavenly or at

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Seeing the Difference Between Tai Chi and Religion

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Seeing the Difference Between Tai Chi and Religion

Let’s say I told you that I met a group of people and spending time with them makes me happy. We meet for about an hour a week and afterwards

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Tai Chi vs Kung Fu – The Ultimate Comparison

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Tai Chi vs Kung Fu – The Ultimate Comparison

Trying to describe tai chi vs kung fu causes so much debate and has led to a ton of confusion in the martial arts community. Is tai chi a form

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Do Tai Chi Fighting Techniques Work? – What to Invest Your Time In

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Do Tai Chi Fighting Techniques Work? – What to Invest Your Time In

There are tons of conflicting opinions about whether you can actually use tai chi to fight. If you search on tai chi fighting, two immediate things will come up: You

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How to Start Tai Chi – 6 Questions to Ask in Your First Class

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How to Start Tai Chi – 6 Questions to Ask in Your First Class

You’ve heard about tai chi! Maybe you met someone who practices and got interested. Maybe you heard about the health benefits. Or maybe you saw a demonstration in town or

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