Taijiquan is a process of nurturing one’s character and cultivating one’s mind, ultimately achieving the state of "doing nothing, accomplishing everything."
"With no thoughts, the spirit clears; when clear, the mind and intention settle." Only when the mind is calm and the spirit stable can the body relax, the energy sink, and the spirit concentrate, thereby reflecting the refined nature of Taijiquan
Therefore, first eliminate feelings of anxiety and impatience, clear the mind of desires, stay calm and composed, execute every move with discipline, and gradually, through long and regular practice, difficulties will be overcome. Achieving effortless transformation comes with cultivation and unhurried practice over time, until it arrives naturally within your own capabilities and mindscape.
Throughout practice one must adhere to the principles of relaxing the body, focusing the mind, and stabilising the spirit. Strive to achieve lightness, softness, roundness, evenness, sinking, steadiness, and tranquility. Gradually, the entire being merges with nature, as if the whole body is bathed in the atmosphere, entering a state of emptiness, extremely relaxed, extremely peaceful, extremely light and agile. This is what is referred to as, "Lingering along the way, moving calmly without haste." At this stage of practice, one is fully immersed, finding great enjoyment in the process.
The goal is attainable but cannot be forced. Practitioners must have a correct understanding and perspective of their practice, the process of moving from intellectual understanding to physical mastery and the emphasis on the integration of principles and techniques and diligent and meticulous study. A dedicated approach that naturally leads to realisation and mastery.
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