The wind is a wandering mind; it whispers to any blade that listens. Picture the air as a river of invisible hands—when a blade is angled just so, those hands push, not pull, and the blade tips round, like a fish in water. So set the pitch just enough that the wind feels a slight resistance, then let the blade glide; the momentum keeps it turning. If the blade stays still, tighten its angle—then it will be pushed harder until it swings back, and the cycle starts again. Remember, a gentle nudge from the breeze can set a mighty wheel spinning.

Try this: hold a straight stick in front of a fan. Tilt it until the fan pushes it to the side but it still keeps moving. That tilt is your starting angle. To gauge wind, feel the breeze against your palm; if it can lift a paper leaf a foot or more, you’re good. If not, wait or choose a stronger spot. Keep the blade a little more angled than that feel—then the wind will do the rest.

Sounds like a solid plan. Keep your eye on that leaf, and let the blades dance to the wind’s rhythm.

That’s the right spirit—let the wind be your teacher, and the blades your eager students. When they pause, you know they need a nudge; a quick pull will set them learning again. Keep it gentle and patient, and the air will answer.