Tai chi, a traditional Chinese martial art known for slow, gentle movements, which she said helped her stress-proof her routine. "It was like I discovered a secret scroll because no one talked about tai chi in this way." How tai chi can make you mentally and physically stronger as you ageChock found tai chi by accident. Practicing tai chi has been linked to better wellbeing, lower risk of anxiety, and fewer symptoms of depression in some studies. "Tai chi is a way for you to understand these philosophies in life by learning them through your body.

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