Fighting application of Tai Chi Chuan

it has been a long while since my last update this blog.  Time flies.  There are many videos out there showing the fighting and combat application of taichi chuan but to my mind only a few capture the essence of tai chi chuan.  Tai chi chuan is an effective fighting art not because of its technique and how to apply, it is effective because of its principle.  When you are relaxed your movement is at ease and not restricted.  When you loose (Song) with alertness you are not rigid and your movement will be fast, agile and flexible.  When your posture is in harmony you will be steady, strong and powerful. Coupled with sensitivity developed in push hands or tuishou practice you will be spontaneous and arrive before your opponent.  Master Cheng Man Ching once said if you are not relaxed and song when encountering an opponent in a fight, you will lost your tai chi chuan.  Ponder on the principle not specific application.  The most effective technique is one which is simplest, fast and natural.  Have a good day everyone.