Form movement
I’m realizing how you move in forms is more important than the sequence. The sequence is there to give us a sort of guideline or framework; and obviously it is built in a way that flows nicely and make sense. Really it comes down to the individual movements and how we tie them together in-between. I’ve been mostly been working on my forms the past few weeks. My focus has been on my movement. Am I relaxed or tensed? Am I grounded or light on my feet? Is my skeleton aligned or am I leaving something behind? Am I staying true to the form or staying true to me? That last one is interesting, because it’s the difference between technical correctness versus the expression of self and how my body aligns. Obviously it is important to work on the technical aspects so that I can improve my techniques, strengthen my muscles and joints, etc.. However, I find I lose my heart when I try ...