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Become the White Crane

Learning Tai Chi and Qigong can leave you in a relaxed state both mentally and physically. But how can we keep this feeling throughout the rest of the day? The technique is simple. It can be done almost anywhere when you are sitting, standing, or even walking.

To evoke the relaxed state, visualize the White Crane Set, beginning with starting position. Relax your shoulders and hands. Focus you mind on your breath. Breathe in and imagine your arms lifting with the breath. Imagine your arms rising to shoulder height and your fingers standing up. Let out the breath while your arms lower. Bend your knees and sink down. Relax and return to the starting position. Repeat the movements in your mind slowly over and over throughout the day.

While you practice these movements, believe that you possess all of the attributes of the White Crane, including patience, confidence, strength and poise. You possess the ability to elude and deflect any attack against you—physical or verbal. (This may prove to be very useful in the workplace.)

Silence and stillness are your allies. Nothing can shake your calm demeanor as you remain stalwart, centered and stable like a mountain. Imagine that your strong wings lift you effortlessly skyward and carry you as high and as far as you dare to go.

Remember that you may imagine the White Crane set and return to your relaxed state whenever you desire.

Namaste

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