I am such a passionate advocate of the benefits and beauty of tai chi practice, and so insistent on the ancient art's relevance to modern American culture, that people are often surprised to find that I emphasize the role of traditional weapons in the practice.
"You're a peaceful guy who likes to work in his garden and feed his tortoises," I hear. "You're not about cutting people up. Besides, swords are fun to watch in the movies, but if you...
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