training intention in Santi Shi transitions

BP Chan practicing the opening of San Ti Shi . This is where you train the intention to touch the hands together versus moving to hands into a vague spot ( upish) this is training the Yi or intention in the art of Hsing I Chuan . Stand in a natural position with your hands at your side and have a training partner seize your wrists . endeavor to raise your hands up into the position as shown in this photograph against the resistance of your opponent and you will find it very difficult to even start your motion if you're equally matched. If you utilize your intention to Touch The pericardium nine acupuncture points of the middle  fingertips together then you will find it's a lot easier to move especially if you do not engage any strength. The natural coiling of the arms the yin and yang  balance of sinking in rising, the harmonization of the breath ,  the eyes guiding and guarding the hands into this position,  all act in unity to achieve this goal. This is putting into practice the principle of "even if the Li ( strength) is broken the Yi ( intention)  continues". It is important to not acknowledge your opponents resistance and keep your mind only on the loose intent of touching those fingers .

When I observe other practitioners they often swiftly and vaguely brush over this part of the training whereas I feel it's a very important opportunity to train intention .[16CB5A13-04E6-4927-9C7E-C5E69273D2B0.jpeg]