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Dong Zhong Qiu Jing (动中求静)
Dong Zhong Qiu Jing (动中求静) i.e. “Seek stillness within movement” is a fundamental principle in Tai Chi Chuan. The phrase encapsulates the harmonious integration of movement and stillness. In essence, “Seeking stillness within movement” teaches practitioners how to integrate mind and body seamlessly so that they can maintain a state of inner peace and balance…
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Ju Shou Tou Zu (举手投足)
The Tai Chi Chuan phrase “Ju Shou Tou Zu (举手投足)” translates roughly to “raising the hand and moving the foot,”. This phrase embodies the principle that even the simplest actions carry profound energetic intent and unity. Each movement, no matter how minor, is deeply integrated with the body’s inner Qi (vital energy) flow, driven by…
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Tabbouleh
In memory of Falafel House in Copenhagen I present a simple yet authentic Tabbouleh recipe perfect for Shawarma and grilled meat. Tabbouleh Recipe Servings: 4-6 Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus soaking time for bulgur) Ingredients • 1/2 cup fine bulgur wheat • 1 cup boiling water • 2 cups fresh parsley, finely chopped • 1/4…
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Taiji og qigong spire videre i mit hverdagsliv
Jeg er blevet undervist af Thomas i 1 halvt år. Begyndte at lave taiji i 2007. Jeg begyndte på taiji og qigong af 3 hovedgrunde. For det første ønskede jeg at ændre en mega spændt krop – af fodbold og skovarbejde. En krop der konstant røg ud i skader og som osse fik disse ord med på…
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Qi Gong is efficient and fascinating
“Qi Gong is an efficient and fascinating way to preserve and improve one’s health. If you are serious about Qi Gong and looking for a teacher to guide you on the path to wellbeing then Thomas Dyhr is your man” Søren Brøndholt Nielsen, Copenhagen, Denmark Testimonial from Qigong Gentofte 2017
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From something to nothing and back again
I let go to land in no-man’s-land. Heaven and earth are one.The circle and the square are the same. They part necessarily, without effort.First boundless stillness, then endless movement. There’s no sense in speaking of form or formlessness.Substance or non-substance—what is the difference? Body, energy, and mind—what are they?I am merely a channel for nature’s…
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I recommend him to anyone who would like to learn Qigong
I first met Thomas when I did my PhD in Copenhagen. He had just started teaching an introductory Qi Gong class in the international student house there. From the first class onwards I felt at home with him and his approach and stayed in the class for more than two years, until I left Copenhagen.…
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Taiji essentials in practise
Essentials in Practising the Taiji Solo Set & Playing Hands by Li Yiyu An earlier teacher said: “If you can draw the opponent in to land on nothing, you can then use four ounces of force to move his of a thousand pounds. If you cannot draw the opponent in to land on nothing, you cannot use four ounces to…
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Købermagergade’s Falafel House sadly gone
Together with my son, Christian, I visited my favorite shawarma spot, Falafel House, on Købmagergade in Copenhagen, only to discover that disaster had struck. The best shawarma house in town was suddenly gone! I have been a regular visitor since the very beginning of Falafel House – the start of the shawarma era in Denmark.…
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Shou Xin Ru Yi (手心如意)
The Taiji phrase “Shou Xin Ru Yi (手心如意)” translates to “Hands and heart as one” or more commonly, “Heart’s desire fulfilled.” This phrase emphasizes the harmony between intention and physical movement in Tai Chi practice. Explanation: In the context of Tai Chi, “Shou Xin Ru Yi” means that the movements of your hands should be…
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Tai Gong and Fang Song: Mastering Chu Shong Tin’s Principles in Wing Chun
Investigating “Fang Song” of the Spine: An Introduction to Chu Shong Tin’s Tai Gong in Wing Chun In the practice of Wing Chun, a martial art focused on efficiency and directness, two fundamental concepts—“Seng” (also known as “Sung”) and “Tai Gong”—play a crucial role in achieving proper body structure, alignment, and energy management. Developed and…
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Totenamt
I τ daget in dat osten,de maen schînt averall;wo weinich wêt mîn lêveken,wor ick benachten schal. The day is breaking in the east,the moon shines everywhere;little does my sweetheart know where I shall pass the night. Anonymous
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Mailied
Wie herrlich leuchtetMir die Natur!Wie glänzt die Sonne!Wie lacht die Flur! Es dringen BlütenAus jedem ZweigUnd tausend StimmenAus dem Gesträuch Johan Wolfgang von Goethe
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Empty vessel
I am just an empty vessel saling the great sea. Forms arise and disappear. Change is just a principle no words describes the mysterious one. How can I forget that this moment and all existence is perfect and without flaws. Thomas 19/7 2009
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Answering Questions about Taiji taiji da wen)
– 太極答問 附單式練法 ANSWERING QUESTIONS ABOUT TAIJI Including SINGLE POSTURE PRACTICE METHODS 陳微明 by Chen Weiming [1929] [translation by Paul Brennan, Oct, 2012] – 太極答問 Answering Questions About Taiji 附單式練法 including “Single Posture Practice Methods” – [calligraphy by Chen Weiming] – 剖晰毫芒 “Analyze and make clear the smallest details.” 李景林題 – calligraphy by Li Jinglin…
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