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T’Ai Chi Chih, an Evidence Based Mindfulness Practice: Literature Review

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This is a review of the findings of several studies on T’ai Chi Chih T’ai Chi Chih practice improves physical and mental health. To date researchers have published 12 studies using control groups that show TCC’s efficacy; all except two (Shaller, 1996, Zacharia, 2015) are RCT’s. One additional study used pre and post tests but no control group (Detert, 2006.) All of these studies were focused on the effects of TCC practice on physical and/or mental emotional conditions. We will … Read More

T'ai Chi Chih

1983 Article on Justin Stone, T’ai Chi Chih Originator & Teacher

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By DAVID CUSHING FUESS Hidden away in a small house in Carmel is a rather remarkable man named Justin Stone. He has developed a form of moving meditation which he calls T’ai Chi Chih (TCC) as opposed to the better known form T’ai Chi Ch’uan which Justin has practiced since 1958. TCC is easy to learn because It consists of 20 simple movements instead of the more lengthy 108 more difficult movements of T’ai Chi Ch’uan. TCC has powerful effects … Read More

Healing Modalities | T'ai Chi Chih

The Six Healing Sounds

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True Taoists often spent time in the forests or on mountaintops in deep and solitary meditation. Living this natural life in the wilderness, these wise men were, of course, exposed to hardships and disease. According to legend, they evolved a method of repeating sounds, synchronized with a motion resembling the Six Healing Sounds movement of T’ai Chi Chih to ward off illness or cure any indisposition. Each sound referred to a particular inner organ and the idea was to concentrate on the … Read More

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Videos — T’ai Chi Chih Moving Meditation

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I invite you to learn T’ai Chi Chih, a mindfulness moving meditation. A notable feature of this yin form of T’ai Chi is that it is easy to learn.  T’ai Chi Chih is a series of 19 movements and 1 pose that together make up a meditative form of movement. Practitioners experience physical, personal, and spiritual health benefits. At the completion of the ten-week class, students will be able to do the 19 graceful movements and one pose. 19 T’ai Chi Chih … Read More

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Why I Practice Yoga with DAYA

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At the completion of my yoga practice, I always have a calming of the ceiling fan of the mind. I feel slowed down like a soothing breeze.  I also feel increased flexibility and strength. All the yoga teachers at DAYA lead a well-planned practice.  I find each class engaging and inspiring. Sarahjoy Marsh, the founder, has assembled a skilled set of teachers. The thing that’s unique about SarahJoy’s studio (virtual since March 2020) is the skillful way the teachers have integrated East and … Read More

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Taking Care of Our Neighbors

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Hi! We are planting greens right into the soil. We have a number of wonderful greens. We’ve got spinach, of course, and we have swiss chard, and it goes on and on like this. This is how we’re eating. Swiss chard. So it will be wonderful to be using our garden in order to get our food.  Many times in the past we’ve used little pots like this to put the seeds into for the greens and they’re so fragile it … Read More

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Dr. Bella Box’s Story

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❀ Retired Chiropractic Physician❀ Founder and Clinic Director 1987 – 2019Holistic Health Clinic – Beaverton, Oregon❀ T’ai Chi Chih Teacher, Accredited in 2009 My Story I grew up in Healdsburg, California when our population was 4,000 peeps. I have been an entrepreneur since I was 10 years old. My three younger sisters and neighborhood friends would put our used toys on a few tables out on the sidewalk. No surprise I didn’t want to be employed by anyone.  After completing my undergraduate work … Read More

Classes and Practices | T'ai Chi Chih

Free Live Daily T’ai Chi Chih Practices for Advanced Students

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Practices for Advanced Students Only, Currently Online Via Zoom Monday – Friday with Dr. Marcella (Bella) Box: 10:00 – 10:45 AM ​Pacific Time Sundays with Banks Upshaw: 9:00 – 9:45 AM ​Pacific Time Free, Easy Registration Sign up via email info@mybellahealth.com or send a form message and specify which date you will begin. Please register at least 30 minutes before the start of practice. You will receive an email with instructions and a Zoom link once you register. Questions? Email info@mybellahealth.com or send a form message.