Shen is manifested through the eyes.

You must be one with the moment, and every facet of your being must be expressed through the eyes.
This is not to be confused with staring or looking aggressive.
The spirit must come through you.

When you practice the form, take a moment to feel the shape and nature of the movement being performed.

Remember that the form contains approximately 225 separate movements, although many are repeats, and variations on a theme.
Across the form you will see many examples of each animal represented.

You must understand all of the movements in terms of the 5 animals.

 The art of teaching is clarity and the art of learning is to listen.

  

  (Vanda Scaravelli)