How much is enough? How much wealth, fame, reputation and social status is considered enough? Today we live with so much material abundance and despite all our abundance  we don't feel happy. It is like we are living in poverty surrounded by our objects and things. We have so much more than the generations before us but we are lost in our problems. We are in pursuit of benefits that don't bring us happiness. We see wars between two countries that are ignited by the leaders  ambition to possess which leads to poverty of the ordinary person.  The translation of chapter 9 Tao Te Ki ..read more

Some people decide that they want to eat healthier and then they get discouraged by the price of vegetables and every day they seem to be more expensive. Often they are told that in order to eat healthfully they must eat organic, then they see the prices in the organic store and five up all together thinking that is impossible so there is no point. It is like thinking about climbing the Everest mountain in one go rather than just focusing on the first stop. I have some relief for those of you who are frustrated with the price of organic produce, there are things you can still buy non-organic t ..read more

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art focusing on defense training and meditation. Today, it has cultivated a global following owing to its numerous health benefits, particularly in relation to managing stress and tension. But besides its mental health benefits, Tai Chi is a full-body workout that engages almost all your muscle groups. It has also been shown to be an excellent method of healthcare: its impacts on the body make you more resistant to diseases in the long term. Read on if you're curious about how Tai Chi can benefit your body. Tai Chi improves muscle strength and flexi ..read more

In the world of spiritual teachings, Daoism stands out for its blend of religion and philosophy, offering deep insights into life and harmony. It draws from the Dao De Jing, a classic text attributed to Laozi, an ancient sage. The Dao De Jing is highly respected and widely translated, showing its universal appeal. At its heart is the concept of the Dao, often called "the Way," which embodies human aspirations like happiness and balance. But Laozi teaches that the Dao is beyond words, something we can feel but not fully describe. Yin and Yang, representing the universe's complementary forces, a ..read more

This chapter emphasizes the power of yielding and quietness, contrasting them with aggression and strength. It suggests that by embracing yielding and quietness, one can overcome resistance and govern effectively: The yielding overcomes the resistant, The weak overcomes the strong; Fish cannot leave the depths, The sharp weapons of a nation should not be shown to the people. The Dao in dwelling respects quietness, Therefore it overcomes the yang. The world through quietness can be governed, Heaven and Earth through quietness can be stabilized, The people through quietness can be made tranquil ..read more

The philosophy of the Dao De Jing has significant connections to the practice of Tai Chi (Taiji). Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art that originated from the principles of Taoist philosophy, particularly those found in the Dao De Jing. Here's how the two relate: Harmony with the Dao: The Dao De Jing emphasizes living in harmony with the Dao, the natural order of the universe. Similarly, Tai Chi seeks to embody the principles of the Dao through its movements, promoting balance, flow, and harmony with the surrounding environment. Yin and Yang: The concept of yin and yang, which represents compleme ..read more

The Daoist Religion You will find Daoism as a religious practice in the temples around China where priests pray to a variety of Gods, following ancestral rituals of worship in the pursuit of spiritual immortality. Throughout history, Bringing the Daoist Religion to the West Chinese immigrants have carried their religious practices, including Daoism, to various parts of the world where they settled. As a result, you can find Daoist temples and communities in countries with significant Chinese diaspora populations. While religious Daoism may not be as widespread or deeply rooted in non-Chinese c ..read more

When we inhabited the earth in the beginning of time and up until the agricultural revolution we ate pure produce from the earth. We would use natural fertilizers and aromatic plants would grow to repel the insects. What are GMOs? GMO’s are mono crops that don’t respect the natural environment. They are created using an insecticide directly with the seed so that it would repel insects. This is hard on our digestive system and there are many more people suffering from IBS and other digestive disorders today. This also comes from the processed foods which are also a product of the GMO crops. The ..read more

A regular Qigong practice can prevent and treat illness, reduce stress and establish balance. Qigong is a self-healing art that combines movement and meditation. There are so many Qigong forms; Moving forms, still forms, lying, sitting, or standing forms. I am a student of the Zhang Sanfeng sect in China. Zhang Sanfeng was an ancient Daoist priest said to have brought Tai Chi Quan to the Wudang mountains. It is believed that Zhang Sanfeng said: “...locate the true divine self through natural breathing.” Deep long relaxing breathes connect to the 12 channels. Channels are also known as meridian ..read more

Putting your body into direct contact with the earth, removing all barriers from your skin like shoes or clothes allowing it to touch the soil, sand or water helps to balance out the energies in your body. In modern society, we spend so much time indoors that we rarely touch the earth on our skin. Along with this, we are seeing a chronic rise in health problems today. Some people go years without touching the earth even if they go outside. Staying indoors builds up a positive charge in our bodies. Scientifically it is said that the earth has a mild negative charge which balances out the overlo ..read more