As we put together components such as mindfulness (Being Present), balance, awareness of weight shift (Stability), and the technical understanding of some of the mechanisms by which movement from the center is facilitated (The Circle and the Square), applications such as Push Hands (Tu Sho, or two person T’ai Chi), may take on a new relevance as exercises aiding an enhanced understanding of the big picture, that is, our connection with the world around us.
In an immediate sense, some relevant components of our world might be those attributes which connect us in the immediate present with that world. Some useful descriptive terms for this discussion present themselves to our awareness as we move through space. They are useful in that they help to bring us into the immediate present.
Some terms which come to mind are gravity, balance, and so on, but also, surprisingly, to help us maintain our perspective, Infinity (most distant horizon, in Time, Space, or thought), and Impermanence (that which makes everything precious).
Like a Zen Koan, perhaps at this point I will leave these thoughts unfinished and allow you, the reader, to carry the ball forward toward your own personal goal lines.
The Agni Yoga Teachings suggest that one might wish for one :
May your God be with you.
Blessings to All for the New Year!
