Cercles et Spirales : Circles and Spirals

Circles and Spirals: “Yin is rooted, Yang rises; the spiral connects them.” The art of internal energy rests on a fundamental principle: circular and spiral movement. Unlike linear or fragmented gestures, it is expressed through continuous, supple, and connected trajectories, where the body acts as a living unit. The circle and the spiral are not simply visible forms. They reflect an internal organization of movement—physical, energetic, and intentional. They structure the gesture, support the flow of energy, and unify body and mind. In this approach, movement never originates from an isolated segment. It emerges from a global coordination, where each gentle rotation connects one part of the body to another. The spirals extend and respond to one another, allowing strength and energy to be transmitted seamlessly from the ground to the extremities. On a physical level, circular movement naturally respects the joints. It promotes flexibility, mobility, and fluidity, while avoiding tension and blockages. The force becomes gentle, stable, and economical, arising from a deep organization rather than a localized contraction. Grounding, alignment, and balance are strengthened, while the spine is freed and breathing becomes deeper. On an energetic level, the circles and spirals maintain a continuous flow of Qi. The energy does not stop: it coils, unfolds, and connects the entire body in an uninterrupted movement, reflecting the natural rhythm of life. 1. Turn your wrists like the spokes of a wheel 0.24 2. Wiggle your fingers like waves 2.01 3. The flowers open towards the sky 3.42 4. The petals fly in the wind from left to right 6.07 5. The wind sweeps Mei's flowers 6.44 6. The dragon plays in the water 8.08 7. Unwind the silk thread 9.22 8. Grasp the dragon's tail 11.07 9. Stroke the wild goose's feathers 15.11 10. The wild goose flies high 16.04 11. Circles surround the moon 18.35 12. Rise to the sky and return to the earth 21.54