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Taoism: A Review of Taoist Teachings and Their MeaningAn essay that illustrates key principles and teachings of Taoism. Topics covered include Taoist texts, quoted sayings, historical figures in Taoism and interpreted Taoist principles. -
Taoist Temple in Taiwan Helps Single People Find True LoveRomeo and Juliet come to Taiwan and find a local Taoist temple with sure-fire idea
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Taoist ScripturesA brief overview of Taoist scriptures.
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Taoist ChristianityWhen we, the people of the West, look toward the East, we think in terms of wonder. We think that Eastern thought is immensely different from our own. We may not understand them, but they seem to embrace and understand us. -
A Taoist Perspective on Letting Go of TroublesLao Tzu has provided us with guidance for countless years. His ideas and philosophies are as applicable to us today are they were during his own time.
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Taoist Diet for Better HealthIn this article you can see for yourself what Taoists often eat and why, and what Taoists stay away from to keep themselves healthy and active. -
Taoist Sexuality: An IntroductionA brief overview of some of the concepts regarding Taoism and sexual relationships.
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A Butterfly's Dream: A Taoist Parable by Chuang TzuChuang Tzu's parable addresses issues that make up the core of beliefs in Taoism.
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Five Redeeming Qualities of Dog the Bounty HunterMost people have no problem listing things they hate about Dog the Bounty Hunter. So what in the world would an educated Taoist pacifist mom find redeeming about Dog the Bounty Hunter?
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What the Tao?Taoist symbology is everywhere in our Western Society. People wear its famed yin yang symbol on jewelry, on tee shirts--even on tatoos. But Taoism is so much more than a trendy fashion statement. Here is a fascinating glimpse into the real Taoism.
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Phrase Origins: To Travel Hopefully is a Better Thing Than to ArriveDo you prefer traveling or getting to your destination? Do you agree with Steven and the Taoist or not? -
A Taoist Interview with the EC TwinsMarc and Allister are the EC Twins. In this live review and exclusive interview we discuss their humble beginnings, rise to fame, dance music politics, and the science of sound. -
Confucius and Confucianism: Traditions, Beliefs, and PracticesTraditionally every Chinese was Confucian in ethics and political life, Taoist in private life and hygiene, and Buddhist in matters relating to death, with a healthy dash of shamanistic folk religion thrown in for good measure.
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Lesson from Taoist PhilosophyIn the western world, most of us think in terms of good and bad. Right and wrong. All or nothing. We have a goal.We expend massive amounts of single-minded effort. Are we intense, or what? Admirable? That's a dubious question. -
Modern Earthquake TheologyDoes a happy medium exist between the fundamentalist view that earthquakes are the "wrath of God" and the Taoist's shrugged shoulders saying "Shit happens?" A look at the Lisbon earthquake of 1755 provides a clue.
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Hugging a Tree & Seeing Subtle Bodies: Qigong PracticesTrees play an important role in Taoist practice: They serve as a metaphor for the human body, awakening to its natural state, and are also actually nourished by the "negative" energy of human beings.
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Resurrecting Your Sexuality: Two Yoga/Qigong PracticesThe Taoist world-view is based largely upon an understanding of the flow of energy, within and outside of the human body, and includes an understanding of sexual energy which is far more sophisticated than anything produced by western culture ...
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The Basics of Chinese MedicineThe two primal forces, the three immortal forces, and the five elemental phases of energy comprise the basics of any healthy body or system, according to the Taoist medical tradition.
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The Inner Smile: A Meditation PracticeThe practice of the "Inner Smile" is one that is found in Hindu, Buddhist & Taoist traditions. This practice is a wonderful way to release anxiety, to balance the endocrine system, and to increase within you feelings of loving-kindness and compassion.
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Introduction to QigongIn the wake of the historic Wudang Taoist Summit, here's an introduction to the ancient artform/spiritual practice of Qigong, which includes a listing of some of its many health benefits, as well as some simple practices that anyone can do.
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Distant Star, Approaching: A Qigong Visualization PracticeThis is a beautiful & powerful Taoist Meditation practice ...
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Tao Te Ching - Reading is Fun!The opinion of a Christian Taoist on Tao Te Ching. -
Feng Shui for Your HomeFeng Shui is a Taoist concept that is believed to be 5,000 years in the making.
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Taoism and Emotion: Landscape Painting of Kuo Hsi in The Northern Song DynastyA critical look at the painting of Kuo Hsi as it relates to Taoist ideology.
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Does it Make a Difference If God Does or Does Not Exist?Philosophical look at how God's existence/non-existence effects the life of the individual and society.
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Mortalilty and the Rituals of InfinityThere is no definitive way to perceive death, other than to consider that every human being considers it. -
The Hungry Ghosts of ChinaDuring late summer, the Republic of China is a quiet and deserted place. A fission of fear shimmers in the air and an aura of caution envelops the entire country. Nobody dares to venture out after dark.
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The History of Tai ChiAn article looking at the origins of Tai Chi and how it developed over time, branching out into a number of different traditions
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Forbidden Kingdom Trailer DebutsJackie Chan and Jet Li team up in Forbidden Kingdom, which looks like a fun little adventure about a modern American boy named Jason, played by Michael Angarano, who winds up in China. -
New Grammars of Action: Understanding the Qigong MovementAn attempt to explain and interpret the Qigong Movement for Western readers.
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Contempory Practices of Buddhismdecribes modern buddhism
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Senior Citizens Centers in Pinellas County, FloridaFrom Line Dancing to Zumba, from shuffleboard to swimming, Pinellas County, Florida has it all! -
Some of My Favorite Movie Quotes and Why They are Special to MeSome quotes always pop up in my mind, and I would speak out those quotes, even at the most irrelevant times.
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Portrait of My Body by Philip Lopate: Book ReviewA critical essay of Portrait of My Body by Philip Lopate.
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Balancing Energy with Yin/Yang Principles and Using Acupressure to Find ProblemsBalance your life and find health problems using 4000 year old methods.
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Taoism and the Iraq War: A Surprising Comparison Between the TwoTaoism and the reaction to the Iraq conflict are very polar.
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Wu Style Tai Chi: Eighteen Movements to Health and WellnessHere I will present how to perform the Wu style short form. This form is easy to follow and will really improve your health and increase your balance. -
Uncle Jake's Guide to DiscordianismEvery day, there are millions upon millions of people who think they know what they're talking about doing all this talking and writing and going on talkshows, but what do you do when you want to really find the truth? I have no clue either.
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A Silk Road Trip China 1992In August 1992, myself and my wife, Caroline, arranged a trip to post-Tiananmen China. It was in the days when the London China Travel office was on Cambridge Circus, opposite the Palace Theatre on Charing Cross Road.
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Ursula K. Le Guni's The Left Hand of DarknessThis paper examines Ursula K. Le Guin's novel "The Left Hand of Darkness."
