The Year Ahead

You may have heard that in Chinese astrology, 2024 is the year of the Wood Dragon, considered to bring peace, benevolence, growth and abundance, despite bold moments and challenges.
The Chinese traditional way of life pays great attention to living according to natural cycles, whether they are cycles of several years, the seasons within a year, or the hours within a day, and emphasizes listening to our own constitutional needs and health patterns, as we respond to our environment.

Thinking about the future can be tricky! Perspectives about the world this year may feel full of uncertainties. So I am sharing below a quote from a member of my Tai-Chi community, about the future. I hope you will enjoy it!

The future remains a mystery. A concept made up of stories,

born of a capacity to predict, 

which evolved because it helped us plan and prepare.

Mindful practice allows us choice in the stories we tell ourselves.

Which brings resilience and flexibility to anticipate and meet challenges, 

and gives us the grounding and presence to appreciate times of joy and happiness.

Happy New Year. X

From Toby Buckle, Simon and Cher's School of Tai-Chi Chuan in Brighton, UK, on January 2nd, 2024