Chichu: The Art of Living Flow
Chichu (地中, “Within the Earth”) is the martial-art-inspired system of bodily purification, flow, and spiritual alignment. It embodies Semteism’s principles:
Paths of Chichu
- Kaze no Michi – Way of Wind: Fluidity, adaptability, release
- Ishi no Michi – Way of Stone: Stability, strength, endurance
- Hikari no Michi – Way of Light: Clarity, compassion, harmonious action
Kaze no Michi – Flowing Sequences
Practice flowing movements with breath. Learn to adapt to obstacles gracefully. Cultivates detachment from rigid expectations.
Ishi no Michi – Anchored Stances
Maintain still postures for long periods. Strengthens endurance and patience. Trains resilience against adversity.
Hikari no Michi – Meditative Light
Slow, deliberate movements with focus on visualization. Cultivates clarity, compassion, and harmonious interaction. Integrates movement with ethical action.
Integration Exercise
Begin with Kaze no Michi to release tension. Transition to Ishi no Michi for grounding. Complete with Hikari no Michi to focus your intention.
“The river flows over stones, bending like wind, yet shines like light upon the surface. So must the practitioner move through life.”