The Five Virtues of T'ai Chi

Your study should be broad and diversified. Do not limit yourself. This principle can be compared to your stance, which moves easily in many different directions.

Examine and question. Ask yourself how and why T'ai Chi works. This principle can be compared to your sensitivity, which is receptive to what others ignore.

Be deliberate and careful in your thinking. Use your mind to discover the proper understanding. This principle can be compared to your understanding power.

Clearly examine. Separate concepts distinctly, then decide upon the proper course. This principle can be compared to the continuous motion of T'ai Chi.

Practice sincerely. This principle can be compared to heaven and earth, the eternal.