Recipe: Perilla Seed Congee

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Yuan

[Ancient Wisdom, Modern Kitchen] Recipe: Perilla Seed Congee by Yuan Wang, OMD Warren Sheir and writer Mika Ono http://www.ancientwisdomcooking.com/perillaseedcongee.html Congees (rice porridges) are a staple in East Asia. This congee features perilla seeds (a.k.a. Beefsteak plant seeds or “zi su … Continue reading →

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Proprioception and Kinesthetic Sense

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Eric Borreson

Proprioception and Kinesthetic Sense by Eric Borreson Proprioception and Taiji Taiji is a great exercise to improve proprioception and kinesthetic sense. During movement of any kind, we are constantly losing our balance and regaining it quickly. The better our ability … Continue reading →

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Contribution of Daoist Yangsheng Philosophy to Modern Self-Care Movement

Posted on August 14, 2013 by GuestWriter

This essay looks into the modern self-care movement today, and at the ways Yangsheng philosophy can be of great help to those who are looking to improve their lifestyle, those looking to achieve better health and longer life, and most importantly those looking to achieve a level of balance and harmony within themselves and the environment they live in. Continue reading →

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Book Review – Heavenly Streams: Meridian Theory in Nei Gong

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Martin Eisen

Heavenly Streams: Meridian Theory in Nei Gong by Damo Mitchell Paperback (304 pages) 2013 Singing Dagon, London ISBN-10: 1848191162, ISBN-13: 978-1848191167 Review written by Martin Eisen, Ph.D. The title “Heavenly Streams” refers to the Meridians which contain streams of heavenly energy. … Continue reading →

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Chopping Your Food While Using Tai Chi Rooting, Alignment and Attentiveness

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Raven Cohan

[Featured Article] Chopping Your Food While Using Tai Chi Rooting, Alignment and Attentiveness By Raven Cohan Any mundane routine requires alignment. Those who study tai chi/taiji and chi kung/qigong and/or the more internal counterpart, called neigung, can discover many things … Continue reading →

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Internal Alchemy Q & A

Posted on August 14, 2013 by GuestWriter

Learn all about Internal Alchemy. Continue reading →

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“Transactional Energetics” for Qi Cultivators and Healthcare Providers

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Guan-Cheng

[Qi Cultivation & Dao] A Consideration of “Transactional Energetics” for Qi Cultivators and Healthcare Providers by Jill Gonet, MFA and Guan-Cheng Sun, PhD When Taoist practitioners develop the energetic body via qigong and/or martial arts practice, in addition to developing … Continue reading →

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Book Review – Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Sal Casano

The Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi provides insights into the traditional principles of Tai Chi through the eyes of modern medicine. Continue reading →

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Mystery of Traditional Yang Family Fist Form

Posted on August 14, 2013 by GuestWriter

Rene J. Navarro tells readers about a little-known form of taiji that may have been in danger of becoming a lost art! Fortunately for the internal arts world, this form has been rescued from obscurity and is being taught to new students once again. Continue reading →

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Forks over Knives – DVD Review

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Fiona Tobler

The documentary “Forks Over Knives” explores the idea that we can reverse or control diseases by eliminating processed and animal based food and by eating whole foods and a plant-based diet. Continue reading →

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