Zhan zhuang

Zhan Zhuang is like standing still and doing nothing, but it's not really doing nothing. It's actually a type of exercise that helps make your body and mind stronger.

Here's how it works: you stand up straight like a tree with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms in front of you like you're holding a big beach ball. You need to imagine that you have roots growing into the ground, and that you're connected to the earth like a tree.

Then, you stay in that position for a few minutes, and focus on your breathing and your body. It may seem easy, but it's actually quite challenging because you have to keep your body completely still and your mind focused.

The idea behind Zhan Zhuang is that it helps to build up your energy, or "qi," and make you more balanced and centered. It can also help with things like stress and anxiety, and can even strengthen your immune system.

So the next time someone tells you to "just stand there and do nothing," you can explain that you're actually doing Zhan Zhuang, and it's making you stronger!