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Ep. 94: The Hidden Depths of Tai Chi: Martial Art, Healing Practice, and Life Philosophy with Rich Marantz

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The Hidden Depths of Tai Chi: Martial Art, Healing Practice, and Life Philosophy

In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Rich Marantz delve into the multifaceted nature of Tai Chi and Qigong, exploring their roles as martial arts, healing practices, and philosophies for living. Rich shares his personal journey from a tough upbringing to embracing Tai Chi as a means of self-defense and peace. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the internal aspects of martial arts, the interplay between Tai Chi and Qigong, and the significance of respecting individual paths in health and personal growth.

Key topics include: ✅ Tai Chi’s role as martial art, healing, and life philosophy ✅ Body mechanics and energy flow in Tai Chi practice ✅ How Tai Chi enables defense without causing harm ✅ The relationship between Tai Chi and Qigong ✅ Internal martial arts principles in external styles like karate and kung fu ✅ Respecting personal health and martial arts paths ✅ Avoiding rigidity and embracing personal growth ✅ The value of exposure to Qigong for everyone

Episode Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Tai Chi and Rich Marantz’s background 04:49 Tai Chi and Qigong: Relationship and distinctions 09:41 Internal vs. external martial arts explained 14:52 Finding your true nature through practice 19:52 Respecting individual paths in health and martial arts 22:29 Final thoughts and reflections

Quotes from the episode:

"We can just not get hurt." "Live in that, wherever you are." "Choose your next action."

Listen on Libsyn: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/y-E5yduHfek Book an Appointment with Irvin: https://resilienceot.com/book-appointment/ Music Credit: Aaron Marcus – Some Biological Process

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The Hidden Depths of Tai Chi: Martial Art, Healing Practice, and Life Philosophy

In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Rich Marantz delve into the multifaceted nature of Tai Chi and Qigong, exploring their roles as martial arts, healing practices, and philosophies for living. Rich shares his personal journey from a tough upbringing to embracing Tai Chi as a means of self-defense and peace. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the internal aspects of martial arts, the interplay between Tai Chi and Qigong, and the significance of respecting individual paths in health and personal growth.

Key topics include: ✅ Tai Chi’s role as martial art, healing, and life philosophy ✅ Body mechanics and energy flow in Tai Chi practice ✅ How Tai Chi enables defense without causing harm ✅ The relationship between Tai Chi and Qigong ✅ Internal martial arts principles in external styles like karate and kung fu ✅ Respecting personal health and martial arts paths ✅ Avoiding rigidity and embracing personal growth ✅ The value of exposure to Qigong for everyone

Episode Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Tai Chi and Rich Marantz’s background 04:49 Tai Chi and Qigong: Relationship and distinctions 09:41 Internal vs. external martial arts explained 14:52 Finding your true nature through practice 19:52 Respecting individual paths in health and martial arts 22:29 Final thoughts and reflections

Quotes from the episode:

"We can just not get hurt." "Live in that, wherever you are." "Choose your next action."

Listen on Libsyn: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/y-E5yduHfek Book an Appointment with Irvin: https://resilienceot.com/book-appointment/ Music Credit: Aaron Marcus – Some Biological Process

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