I feel there are layers of variables or factors involved in order to achieve the “complete” Nim-Tao state. It can be analogized as a onion. Through peeling successive layers, more and more comes to be understood. This peeling comes about through experience. Note: these aren’t in perfect order. The list contains factors which one must focus on – …
Ever since I have discovered the proper way to do SNT – with the mind and focus on the spine – I am discovering similarities between types of spinal meditation – Kriya Yoga, kundalini – along with instruction in books I have read prior – Raja Yoga, YSS lessons – and prior experience – Vipassana. …
A few days after coming back to India, I started working on pushing my shoulders back. In my opinion, there are a handful of ways to achieve the state of “your shoulder sitting in the back.” The first is manually forcing it to stay there as much as you can during the day. This method …
I have noticed a few simple things in Wing Chun – the CST method. There are a couple of observations here. The first is my exposition of what is meant by the 3 things CST was told by Ip man. The second is the different levels of mastery in this kung fu. The third is …
There are a new things I have noticed: In Chum Kui, section 1, the lan sau to bong sau is moving in a circular direction. When you move with your mass – and link that mass with your limbs – then you can see the circle clearly In Chum Kui, section 2, the bong sau …
I am able to link the mind with the limbs now. It’s a great feeling. Still have ways to improve but making progress provides motivation to further myself. I am watching John Kaufman’s videos. It’s interesting to hear another perspective. I like the linking mass with limbs mass is a small marble or dot which is always …
I don’t believe martial arts is for fighting. Nor is it for keeping physique. Do you want to get fit? Join a gym. Go swimming or another exercise. It will keep you in good shape. Do you wish to protect yourself? Carry a gun – a regular one, a Taser (stun gun) or pepper spray. …
These are the things I wrote down on my visit to Mindful Wing Chun in Central HK. They are simply notes on what I was thinking at the time, organized to a degree. SLT – Ip man said to CST to do 3 things: 1) stand up – Tai gong 2) do it effortlessly – …
