Tao Yin is an energy-enlivening exercise that originates from Taoism, China’s oldest philosophical system. Taoism in essence is about the harmony of humans and nature. There is no separation between our physical. emotional, psychological and spiritual selves. Tao Yin is an internal art, a very effective way to cultivate the energy of body, mind and…
To some people the idea of spending two weeks in complete darkness sounds scary, claustrophobic even, but for others it brings an exciting opportunity for deep internal work. From when I first heard about the darkroom, I knew this was a threshold I wished to cross. Ten years into my Taoist training and personal…
In olden times Taoists observed nature and identified five basic patterns of energy in the external universe, correlating to our internal universe. They organised these into the five elements of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. Each element relates to a season, organ, emotions, sense organ, taste, temperature, sound, colour and a direction! These patterns…
Hi folks, Here it is – our Spring/Summer Schedule 2019 in a nutshell! You’d be nuts not to get involved. Check out the links below for more info and to book your place. . MARCH Introduction to the Tao – 8 Week Course – @ Yoga Kitchen, Dublin 8 Wednesdays until end of April 8.30…
When it comes to a strong, healthy body Western culture focuses on muscles – muscle mass, muscle strength and and that muscle toned physique you’ve seen in all good glossy magazines! The appearance of external strength is much sought after. However, ancient Taoist practice focuses on tendons – tendons give long lasting power, true…