How To Release Shoulder Tension in Tai Chi

Releasing Shoulder Tension in Tai Chi Connect the Arms to the Dantian Shoulder tension is one of the most common mistakes in Tai Chi. Whether you practice Sun Style Tai Chi, Chen Style, or Yang Style, learning to release the shoulders and connect the arms through the scapula into the Dantian is essential for Tai Chi for beginners, advanced Tai Chi, and Tai Chi for seniors. In this excerpt from a Wuji Qigong livestream, Susan Thompson (Shifu Susan) teaches how to release shoulder tension, refine posture, and unify movement so the arms float without muscular effort. Through fascia integration, Song, and the principle of “needle in the cotton,” you will experience both posture refinement and movement refinement—developing effortless internal Tai Chi power across all forms and styles. This session also includes a Wuji Qigong follow-along practice, allowing you to directly feel these refinements in stillness and motion. 📚 Want to go deeper? Susan Thompson is the author of Beyond Form: Learning Tai Chi from the Inside Out, and teaches livestream courses on structure, fascia connection, and internal movement mechanics. 🖥️ Courses and Classes: https://www.taichisusan.com 📜 Structure and Song: https://taichisusan.thinkific.com/pro... 📜 Fascia Connection: https://taichisusan.thinkific.com/pro... 📜 Joining with the Force & Qi Cultivation: https://taichisusan.thinkific.com/pro... 📚 Book: Beyond Form: Learning Tai Chi from the Inside Out – Available on Amazon in Paperback, Kindle, and Audible https://a.co/d/axdukhQ 🔔 Subscribe: @internaltaichi Chapters 00:00 Scapula Awareness and Shoulder Release 03:00 Connecting Arms to the Dantian 08:45 Wuji Qigong Follow-Along 12:00 Posture Recalibration and Alignment 15:00 Wuji Qigong Follow-Along (continued) 💙 Your support is greatly appreciated! --My free video content takes time and effort. If you like my content, please consider supporting me at: www.buymeacoffee.com/taichisusan To be notified of workshops and courses by Susan: ➡️ EMAIL SIGN UP: https://taichisusan.com/#email-sign-up 🎓 For Private Lessons, Retreats, Workshops, and Live Streaming Lessons & Classes: 🌐 Visit my website: https://www.taichisusan.com 📱 Connect on Social Media: • Facebook: Flowing Mobility Tai Chi (  / flowingmobilitytaich  ) • Instagram: Flowing Mobility (  / flowingmobility  ) • YouTube: Flowing Mobility (   / @flowingmobility  ) Thanks for allowing me to be a part of your Tai Chi journey! --- 🛍️ AFFILIATE LINKS: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Clicking these links supports my efforts without any additional cost to you. I only recommend items I've personally used and enjoyed! Visit my Affiliate Links Store where you can find Tai Chi books, and other fun stuff: https://www.taichisusan.com/affiliate...