What If

Tai chi and qigong are practices for calming my mind.  Here is a self-talk technique suggested by Marie Manuchehri who also teaches qigong.  When my mind needs to be redirected to a more positive mindset I ask myself, "What if?"  Instead of all the worrisome scenarios my mind can create, I imagine the hopeful outcomes.  What if I regain my vitality after being sick or injured?  What if everything turns out perfectly regardless of the hurdles in front of me?  I've come to realize that it takes energy to worry. Why not use that same energy to create positive scenarios?  Tai chi and qigong is about conserving and replenishing our energy.  Anything that follows this same purpose is a good thing to practice.