Tai Chi and Depression
Depression is, unfortunately, fairly common. Approximately 5% of adults have the condition, according to the World Health Organization. It affects
Category: Mind and Body
How mindful movement benefits mental health
How can mindful movement improve mental health? Until recently, the mind body connection was likely to be dismissed as ‘New
The joy of moving freely
‘Embodiment’, like ‘mindfulness’, is an overused word these days. However, both principles are fundamental to movement therapy practice. To clarify,
Tai Chi therapy with Movement In Mind
Why does a Psychotherapist teach Tai Chi? Movement In Mind is a wellbeing practice. Our lead practitioner, Shirley, is a
Peaceful Mind, Healthy Body
The connection between our mind and our body is important to both our mental and physical health. We all have
Regular Practice – we are what we repeatedly do
Taking time to practice Tai Chi or Qi Gong regularly is an important part of self care and wellbeing. There
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A Client’s Personal Experience of Tai Chi
It’s always great to hear things from a client’s personal perspective in their own words. We often get great verbal
Mental Wellbeing and Tai Chi
It is easy to observe Tai Chi’s positive benefits on mental health and wellbeing in our participants. However, we also
Chronic Pain and Movement Therapies
Chronic pain is now classified by the World Health Organization as a health condition in its own right. This recognises
Tai Chi and Qi Gong – body awareness and mindfulness in motion.
Body awareness and mindfulness have received a lot of attention in recent years. Research has shown there are important benefits
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