Hewing - the process of turning a round log into a square beam. For centuries, this was how structural timbers were prepared before the advent of sawmills 🪚 There’s something beautiful about the irregular shapes and natural imperfections in the beams of an old building - a reminder of the human hands that made them 🌿 #hewing #timberframing #traditionalcraft #woodsmith | Woodsmith

Understanding the Third Section of Siu Nim Tao (小念頭) Section 1 builds structure, grounding, and the ability to generate power from the floor. Section 2 teaches how to use that grounding — pulling energy up through the body and releasing snap on contact. Section 3 is where everything comes together. It unifies structure and power, but its deeper lesson is timing, transition, and intent. The single-hand sequences along the centerline sharpen smoothness and connection, training your ability to swit