Day 33. Learning from elephants:-)

Had a well-earned day off on Sunday. Spent time with some friends visiting these magnificent beasts at a sanctuary for elephants rescued from loggers, street hustlers etc. We had a whole day to observe them and respectfully interact with them. The most striking thing for me about these creatures is how they utilise their qi. Most of the time they are slow and ponderous in their movements, yet so strong and certain. Occasionally, when required, they completely shift their modus operandi. We witnessed this first hand when a baby elephant became distressed. He was standing away from the herd in a field when it happened. The elephants we were feeding turned and ran, trumpeting and growling. They formed a protective circle around the little one, while slapping their trunks against the ground to ward off the danger. Their life force was incredible and palpable. A little while later, calmness and slowness prevailed again. Use your qi wisely, folks!

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