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Tao Cultivation
TaiChi/Qigong

Tao Cultivation
TaiChi/Qigong

Mastering Tao Requires Discipline

Mastering TAO requires discipline. Those who follow Tao contemplate daily and put Tao philosophy into practice.

Big things have small beginnings

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Meditation, it’s not what you think.

Meditation, it’s not what you think.

Life is here to enjoy. 👍🏻

Life is here to enjoy. 👍🏻

“The Tao is the unseen source that nourishes, guid

“The Tao is the unseen source that nourishes, guides, and sustains life.“Inspired by Derek Lin’s Tao Talk on chapter 35 of the Tao Te Ching. #tao #taoism #laotzu #taoteching #dereklin

Tao Insights by author Derek Lin - Tao Te Ching 41

Tao Insights by author Derek Lin - Tao Te Ching 41Higher people hear of the Tao (上士聞道)They diligently practice it (勤而行之)- Tao Te Ching 41Higher people understand the Tao.They do not just know the way - they walk the path.They do not just hear about the Tao-they apply it to life.— 📖 All translated passages are excerpted from *”Tao Te Ching: Annotated & Explained”* by Derek Lin. ✍️ Derek Lin is an award-winning, bestselling author in the Tao genre. Derek’s books and audiobooks are available on Amazon. 🌐 Find more information at: https://dereklin.com —#taoinsights #dereklin #dereklinbooks #taotalkswithdereklin #taoteching laotzu

The Ten Phases of Cultivating Qi, described by Rog

The Ten Phases of Cultivating Qi, described by Roger Jahnke in The Healing Promise of Qi, present qigong cultivation not as rigid levels of achievement, but as interconnected dimensions of practice that deepen through consistent experience, awareness, and embodiment.Beginning with grounding, vitality, and direct awareness of qi, the practice gradually explores the refinement and integration of body, heart-mind, and spirit through movement, breath, attention, and internal awareness.Over time, what begins as simple practice may gradually develop into:• steadiness• emotional balance• energetic sensitivity• internal coherence• compassionate presenceAs a long-term certified instructor through the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi, I’ve studied and taught these practices for many years in both clinical and class settings. Again and again, I’ve found that the deeper changes emerge less through intensity and more through consistency, patience, and returning to the fundamentals.For me, the practice continually returns to something simple:breath, movement, awareness, presence, and the gradual cultivation of how we meet life itself.Explore the complete system:taichi-qigong.us/10-phases-cultivation/#qigong #taichi #taoism #taocultivation #mindfulness

Tao Insights by author Derek Lin - Tao Te Ching 63

Tao Insights by author Derek Lin - Tao Te Ching 63One who makes promises lightly (夫輕諾)must deserve little trust (必寡信)- Tao Te Ching 63A casual promise is a creaky bridge that can collapse at any time.Turn away from it - and walk the solid ground of trust.— 📖 All translated passages are excerpted from *”Tao Te Ching: Annotated & Explained”* by Derek Lin. ✍️ Derek Lin is an award-winning, bestselling author in the Tao genre. Derek’s books and audiobooks are available on Amazon. 🌐 Find more information at: https://dereklin.com —#taoinsights #dereklin #dereklinbooks #taotalkswithdereklin #taoteching laotzu

🌬️ Your Body Already Has the Most Powerful Medicin

🌬️ Your Body Already Has the Most Powerful Medicine — You Just Need to Breathe RightDid you know that simply changing the way you breathe can activate your immune system, calm your nervous system, reduce stress, and even support healthy cell replication? It’s not a supplement or a prescription — it’s Breath Medicine. Dr. Roger Jahnke OMD has spent 35+ years studying ancient breath traditions from China, India, and beyond, and distilled them into simple, powerful practices anyone can do — anywhere, anytime, for free. The *Breath Medicine* program gives you 26 video lessons teaching you exactly how to unlock the healer within. Your next breath could be the first step toward transforming your health. 🔗 Link in bio to access the program!👉🏻 https://taichi-qigong.us/breathmedicine#BreathMedicine #HealerWithin #BreathWork #TaiChi #Qigong

Tao Insights by author Derek Lin - Tao Te Ching 7

Tao Insights by author Derek Lin - Tao Te Ching 7The reason Heaven and Earth can last forever (天地所以能長且久者)Is that they do not exist for themselves (以其不自生)- Tao Te Ching 7Assist with no expectations - and trust grows.Give with no strings attached - and gratitude arises.Serve beyond yourself - and create meaning that lasts.— 📖 All translated passages are excerpted from *”Tao Te Ching: Annotated & Explained”* by Derek Lin. ✍️ Derek Lin is an award-winning, bestselling author in the Tao genre. Derek’s books and audiobooks are available on Amazon. 🌐 Find more information at: https://dereklin.com —#taoinsights #dereklin #dereklinbooks #taotalkswithdereklin #taoteching laotzu

Tao Insights by author Derek Lin - Tao Te Ching 44

Tao Insights by author Derek Lin - Tao Te Ching 44Knowing contentment avoids disgrace (知足不辱)Knowing when to stop avoids danger (知止不殆)- Tao Te Ching 44Those who know they have enough — will never be lost in desires.Those who know they should stop - will never step into a trap.— 📖 All translated passages are excerpted from *”Tao Te Ching: Annotated & Explained”* by Derek Lin. ✍️ Derek Lin is an award-winning, bestselling author in the Tao genre. Derek’s books and audiobooks are available on Amazon. 🌐 Find more information at: https://dereklin.com —#taoinsights #dereklin #dereklinbooks #taotalkswithdereklin #taoteching laotzu

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