Push Hands: The Social Side of Tai Chi
Tui Shou (push hands) transformed my understanding of Tai Chi. Practicing with a partner teaches you to listen through touch — to feel force and redirect it rather than resist. It's like a slow-motion conversation between two bodies. Find a local club if you can
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Push hands completely changed my practice. You cannot fake relaxation when someone is pushing against you — it is the ultimate feedback mechanism.