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Dr Giles Yeates, neuropsychologist and Tai Chi instructor at NeuroFlow Group, explains how he got into Tai Chi and discovered research on its relevance for brain injury rehabilitation; the physical and psychological effects, science and clinical impact; his charity work for Different Strokes; self-care and fatigue management; and how to approach introducing Tai Chi to clients.Keywords:
martial arts, Tai Chi, brain injury, exercise, neuropsychology, Wudang Mountain, kung fu, rehabilitation, balance, strength, coordination, flow, Daoism, meditation, yoga, monkey mind, breathing, slowing down, physiotherapy, movement, psychotherapy, Mind/Body, community, social activities, spirituality, Different Strokes, self-care, compassion, resilience, fatigue, energy, RCT, mindfulness, barriers, adaptation, online classes.
2:08 How Dr Yeates got into Tai Chi
5:25 Discovering research on Tai Chi and brain injury rehabilitation
7:20 Psychological effects of Tai Chi
8:03 The science
12:32 Clinical impact
13:09 Psychological work through physical training
15:20 The benefits of training in community
17:20 Getting funding
18:26 Charity work for Different Strokes
19:41 Self-care
24:15 TaiChi for fatigue management
26:10 How to approach introducing Tai Chi to a client
29:45 Online classes
31:23 Summary
Quotes:
11:58 "If the brain shuts down [in flow state] it lets the universe in. We are unimpeded by our own chatter and thoughts."
12:51 "I can help you to slow down even more, to engage with everything more deeply. I’m a slowing down consultant."
15:48 "Post-injury identity reconstruction really benefits from re-engaging with social groups and leisure activities."
21:02 "If we neglect ourselves too much we will stop being able to help other people."
Guest: Dr Giles Yeates, neuropsychologist/Tai Chi instructor at NeuroFlow Group
Presenter: Dr Shabnam Berry-Khan, Director of PsychWorks Associates
Editor: Emily Crosby Media