THEAurie Andersonicon of the avant -garde and experimentation, transformed the Roman stage of theGerman Academy in a space of collective reflection, where art, politics and well -being have intertwined unexpectedly. At the end of his performance Republic of lovethe artist surprised the public with a simple and powerful gesture: guide him in a short session of Tai whothe ancient Chinese discipline that she has been practicing for years. A delicate but radical invitation to reconnect with their body and with the present, especially aimed at women over 40, who often live profound physical and emotional transformations. Because the Tai who is not only movement, but a way to live the body with awarenessstrengthen health and cultivate inner balance. A message that resonates strong, today more than ever.
Laurie Anderson, art and body: an invitation to slow down
A stage surrounded by the greenery of the German Academy in Rome, a performance that crosses Emotions, politics and poetry. Laurie Anderson, 78 years old, creative mind and moving body, surprised the audience of the Italian first of Republic of love with a unexpected ending: the invitation to practice the Tai whoancient Chinese discipline that she has embraced for years.
In his story, as reported HANDLE, Anderson evoked the figure of husband lou reedalso passionate practicing, and his book My Tai whopublished in Italy by Il Saggiatore. But above all, he has transformed art into a collective gesture of body awareness. A powerful message for anyone who feels the need to slow down, listen to their body and find a new balance.
Laurie Anderson: “We aspire to grace”
In an era marked by environmental crisis, political instability and digital hyperconnection, Laurie Anderson wanted to offer a concrete, kind but radical alternative: the possibility of finding the center of themselves through the body, breath, slowness.
“I aspire to a America that is not afraid of grace and beauty”, Said on stage, quoting Kennedy. And right in grace of the conscious movementin the Tai who shared, has indicated a way of deep well -being, accessible to all – without age limits.
Laurie Anderson, her message on Tai who invites beauty, slowness, connection
In the quick and disconnected world that Laurie Anderson has described with critical but poetic tones during Republic of lovethe choice to conclude with Tai who appeared as a real proposal of collective care. “Aspire to grace and beauty,” as John F. Kennedy said and she recalled on stage, also means Finding a human rhythm, putting the body back to the center, listening, the relationship.
Tai who: what this millenary discipline is
The Tai chi chuanor simply Tai Chi, is a “internal” martial art that developed in China between the 16th and 17th centuries. Unlike “external” martial arts such as Karate or Kung-Fu, Tai who is based on movements lenses, harmonious and continuouscombined with deep breathing and a strong attention to posture.
In the West it is now recognized as Wellness practicerecommended by doctors and physiotherapists for its positive effects on body and mind. To underline the benefits is also theWorld Health Organizationwho included it in the global program “Who Guidelines on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour“(2020), recommending it in particular to people over 40 as a low impact and high -efficiency preventive activities.
Laurie Anderson. Photo Stephanie Diani
The benefits of Tai Chi in the health of women over 40
Different scientific research confirm that Tai who is one of the most suitable activities for women in the phase of perimenopause and postmenopauseoften marked by physical and emotional changes.
A study published on Menopausethe magazine of the North American Menopause Societyhas shown that Tai who reduces Stress, anxiety and depressive symptoms In women between 45 and 65 years old (link to study). In parallel, it improves balance, flexibility and muscle tone, helping to contrast the risk of osteoporosis and falls.
In Italy, the Higher Institute of Health (ISS) reports how sweet disciplines such as Tai who can encourage the Psychophysical well -being in mature womenfacilitating weight management, sleep quality and hormonal regulation naturally (Source: ISS, 2023).
Movement and brain: Tai Chi in cognitive prevention
Another area in which the Tai who demonstrates particular effectiveness is the cognitive health. A European multicentric study (Studio Age-Well, Inserm, France) found that a regular practice (twice a week) improves working memory, concentration and executive functionsespecially in women over 60 (link to study). Tai Chi, in fact, activates brain circuits similar to those of the Mindfulness meditationenhancing the areas of the brain responsible for calm, awareness and neuroplasticity.
How to start practicing Tai who
There is no need to be experts or athletes: the Tai who can be practiced at home, in parks or in guided groups. In Italy there are numerous associations that offer free courses or low cost for women over 50 (among these, Uisp, Lilt, Auser).
3 books on Tai Chi
For those who prefer a home approach, reading is recommended:
My Tai who – Lou Reed (The knowledge)
Tai Chi: Health for Life – Bruce Frantzis
Fun Tai Chi. Simpratic manual. Discover the millennial martial art of wellness. With video-leziers – by Fabrizio Mercandelli, Carol Visconti. A tai manual who explained in a fun way, accessible to everyone, with theoretical lessons and practical exercises in the company of Maestro Shifu, which sneaks between one chapter and another.
Laurie Anderson invites us to think about well -being as a daily gesture
Laurie Anderson teaches us that even in times of uncertainty, Finding itself is possible. Tai who is not only a physical discipline, but an invitation to live in care carefully, to remain present and to rediscover the beauty of the slow gesture. For women over 40, Tai who can become a powerful ally for health, emotional well -being and daily resilience.
Wellness is also slowing down: Tai Chi in daily life
Do you want to try the Tai who too? Do not need expensive equipment or registration in the gym. You can start with an introductory lesson in a park or search for online guided videos. In many Italian cities, the Tai are offered free of charge in the elderly centers, municipal courses or integrated medicine associations.
A wellness advice: practice 10 minutes by Tai who a day, even at home. You will help your body to dissolve tensions and the mind to find clarity and serenity.
The art that is good
Laurie Anderson reminded us that It is not necessary to escape from the world to find a way out: sometimes just move with awareness, breathe together, open up to beauty. And perhaps, even in a frenetic society, health can start from a simple gesture like that of following a slow, shared movement, full of meaning.
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