Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi
Community of Christ Church, 33 Niven Street P0J 1P0 New Liskeard, ON, Canada

#findingstillness through my #taoisttaichi practice used to mean slowing, quieting, stopping the incessant chatter in my mind, body and spirit. Now I catch a sensation of something new... soft delicate light which has me imagining I can experience a new way of being. Avant, #trouverlatranquilité par ma pratique #taichitaoïste voulait dire ralentir, me calmer, faire cesser le verbiage incessant dans mon cœur, mon corps et mon esprit. Maintenant, je ressens quelque chose de ...nouveau de doux de délicat de léger, qui me fait penser que je peux découvrir une nouvelle façon d’être. ~Barb #fungloykok #taichi #meditation #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

I’ve had Parkinson’s disease for almost 40 years. I knew after my first class that #taoisttaichi was helping me. I became stronger emotionally and then physically. Everything improved and I feel normal! Parkinson Canada #fungloykok #taoisttaichi #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

My experience shows me that helping each other and #volunteering are gifts that open my heart and allow me to become a better person. Volunteering is part of #taoisttaichi training and it helps build my personality. Mon expérience personnelle me montre que l'entraide et le #bénévolat sont en fait un cadeau, qui permet d’ouvrir mon cœur et me permet de devenir une meilleure personne. Le bénévolat fait partie de l'entraînement #taichitaoïste et cela travaille ma personnalité. ~...Christine Volunteer Canada #fungloykok #taoism #taoisme Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Wishing for peace in the world this #earthday2021. May we #findharmony within, with each other and with the cycles of #nature and the universe. #fungloykok #taoisttaichi #earthday #cultivatingbalance image credit: NASA Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Celebrating National Volunteer Week during the pandemic, Taoist Tai Chi arts participants feel a deep appreciation for their chance to continue contributing positively to the world, even if physically distanced. The rewards of a caring life include a sense of calm purpose and a connection with others. Volunteer Canada #volunteerappreciationweek #fungloykok #taoisttaichi #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

I can practice #taoisttaichi where and when I like. I have no restrictions. I adapt to my environment. Je peux faire ma pratique de #taichitaoïste où et quand ça me plait. Je n’ai aucune restriction. Je m’adapte à mon environnement. ~Christine... #fungloykok #taoisme #taoism #taichi #meditation #tranquillité #findingstillness #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

#Taoism teaches us that there are opportunities in every situation, no matter how difficult. It also teaches us that we can deepen our understanding when we are able to apply what we have learned in new circumstances. Le #taoïsme nous enseigne qu'il y a des opportunités dans chaque situation, même si elle est difficile. Il nous apprend également que nous pouvons approfondir notre compréhension lorsque nous sommes capables d'appliquer ce que nous avons appris dans de nouvelles... circonstances. #chantingfortheworld #lunarchanting #LaoTzu #chanting #togetherapart #taichi #taoisttaichi #fungloykok #findingstillness #findingharmony #cultivatingbalance #chantlunaire #ensembleadistance #taichitaoiste #trouverlatranquilité #trouverharmonie #cultiverequilibre Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Living with #agoraphobia and #socialanxiety as I do, the regular virtual meetings along with my daily #taoisttaichi practice have become an extremely vital part of managing my mental health and #stayingpositive and balanced. I find great strength and #resilience in connecting with my #taichi family through teachings, encouragement and shared experience. Vivant avec l’agoraphobie et l’anxiété sociale comme je le fais, les réunions régulières de Zoom ainsi que ma pratique quot...idienne du #taichitaoïste sont devenues un élément extrêmement vital pour gérer ma santé mentale et rester positif et équilibré. Je trouve une grande force et une grande résilience dans le fait de me connecter à ma famille de #taichitaoïste par le biais d'enseignements, d'encouragements et d'expériences partagées. ~ Anthony #taoisme #taoism #meditation #tranquillité #findingstillness #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation #fungloykok #meetinglife #flkmeetinglife #virtuallife #cultivatingahealthyhabit Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

I like the virtual reunions on Saturday morning, the ones of 1000 participants from the Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism, during which we chant for the world. Kneeling in front of my computer, I share with everyone this moment of great unity and harmony. All I have to do is participate in these chants and I feel connected with everyone. J’aime les retrouvailles Zoom du samedi matin, celles de 1000 participants de l’institut de taoïsme Fung Loy Kok, pendant lesquelles nous cha...ntons pour le monde. À genoux devant mon ordinateur, je partage avec eux ce moment de grande unité et d’harmonie. Il suffit de participer à ces chants et je me sens en lien avec tous. ~ Christine #taichitaoïste #taoisttaichi #taoisme #taoism #taichi #meditation #tranquillité #findingstillness #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation #fungloykok #meetinglife #flkmeetinglife #virtuallife #chanting #chantingfortheworld #patience #resilience Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

The practice of #taoisttaichi, the sequence of all movements or a few foundation exercises, allows me to center myself, regain focus, come back to the present moment and have clearer ideas. Regular practice has changed me, not just physically, but also psychologically. My way of being has changed for the better and it’s not over. The evolution has been gradual. On the social level, I’m learning to speak in public. Formerly, I wanted to enter below the floor. Fortunately, ther...e are still a lot of transformations to come, as my whole body evolves. La pratique #taichitaoïste, l'enchaînement de tous les mouvements ou quelques exercices de fondations, permet de me recentrer, de reprendre le focus, revenir à l’instant présent et d’avoir les idées plus claires #linstantprésent. La pratique régulière m’a changée, pas seulement physiquement, mais aussi psychologiquement. Ma façon d’être a évolué pour le mieux et ce n’est pas terminé. L’évolution s'est faite graduellement sur le plan social, j’apprends à prendre la parole en public, anciennement je voulais entrer en dessous du plancher. Heureusement, il y a encore plein de transformations à venir, suivant l’évolution de mon corps tout entier. ~Christine N #taoisme #taoism #taichi #meditation #tranquillité #findingstillness #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation #fungloykok #meetinglife Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism wishes everyone a Happy New Year! May 2021 bring #peace and #joy to the world. L’ Institute de Taoïsme Fung Loy Kok souhaite à tous une bonne année! Que l'année 2021 apporte la paix et la joie au monde. ... #peaceloveandjoy #happynewyear #taoisttaichi #taichitaoïste #taoism #taoisme #fungloykok #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation #meditationenmouvement #chantingfortheworld See more

Losing brain function is not just about disease and decline, it’s about a person. Worldwide, at least 44 million people are living with some form of dementia. Alzheimer’s brings loss of memory, and other aspects of cognitive function that are profoundly life changing. Fortunately, research shows that being physically active can reduce the risk, or slow the progression of dementia, and the scientific evidence about the positive effects of a regular #taichi practice on cognitiv...e function is growing. Recent systematic reviews affirm its potential to improve short term cognitive abilities in the elderly at the onset of dementia. Taoist Tai Chi arts practitioners also provide anecdotal evidence supporting the improvements noted in the scientific literature. I am in my late 60s, and I’m happier and better balanced physically and emotionally than I was when I was young. Taoist Tai Chi arts increase my energy, confidence and mental clarity, and challenge my mind in a very positive way. ~ Theresa While I am very grateful for the improved physical health Taoist Tai Chi practice has offered, it is the mental peace, calm, equanimity that I now feel is so appreciated. The actual functionality of my life has improved immensely - mental clarity, cheerfulness, organizational abilities, increased mental memory/ problem solving, less anxiety to none. ~ Anonymous January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. @AlzheimerCanada #alzheimersawarenessmonth #dementia #livewithdementia #fungloykok #taoisttaichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

How do I let go while staying grounded? Comment lâcher prise tout en restant cloué au sol? -Stefan N... #taoisttaichi #taichi #fungloykok #intention #onthepath #surlechemin Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

#taoism, and the Northern Dipper Sutra in particular, incorporates the idea of harmonizing with constant transformation and change. These rhythms of life and of our #taoisttsichi practice relate to the cycles of #nature. Everything is moving and changing and yet does not need to be chaotic. There is consistency, balance and stability in the universe within and without. #stillness within movement and movement within stillness is the eternal and unchanging nature of the universe. #findingharmony with movement and stillness, impermanence and change is a deep aspect of Taoist Tai Chi practice. #chantingfortheworld #lunarchanting #chanting #togetherapart #taichi #taoisttaichi #taoism #fungloykok #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

En harmonie avec le monde

#Taoism teaches us that it is in the #nature of things that everything happens in its proper time. It is good to be sensitive to the rhythm of the moves and the times, and to harmonize with them, rather than worry in our #taoisttaichi practice or in our lives. Le #taoïsme nous enseigne que c'est dans la nature des choses que tout arrive en temps voulu. Dans notre pratique du tai chi #taoïste et dans notre vie, il est bon d'être sensible au rythme du changement et des cycles e...t de s'harmoniser avec eux plutôt que de s'inquiéter. #chantingfortheworld #lunarchanting #chanting #togetherapart #taichi #taoisttaichi #fungloykok #findingstillness #findingharmony #cultivatingbalance #chantlunaire #ensembleadistance #taichitaoiste #trouverlatranquilité #trouverharmonie Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

The Northern Dipper (Big Dipper) points to the North Star (Polaris). In Taoism the North Star is at the centre of cycles of change in the sky, in the universe, and in people. It is still and the whole sky turns around it. In Taoism, and in the Northern Dipper Scripture in particular, the North Star represents what is eternal and unchanging in the universe. If you live in the northern hemisphere you can find the North Star by first finding the Big Dipper. Draw a line from th...e two outermost stars that form the bowl of the Dipper. Go in the direction away from the open part of the bowl and you will find a bright star. That is the North Star! The North Star appears still but governs all the cycles of change in the universe including people. La Grande Ourse (le grand chaudron) pointe vers l’Étoile polaire. Selon le taoïsme, l’Étoile polaire est au centre des cycles de changement dans le ciel, dans l’univers et chez l’humain. Elle est immobile et tout le ciel tourne autour d’elle. Selon le taoïsme, et dans le sutra de la Grande Ourse (Northern Dipper sutra) plus particulièrement, l’Étoile polaire représente ce qui est éternel et immuable dans l’ univers. Si vous vivez dans l’hémisphère nord, vous pouvez trouver l’Étoile polaire en repérant d’abord la Grande Ourse. Tracez une ligne à partir des deux étoiles ultrapériphériques du chaudron. Dans la direction opposée à la partie ouverte du chaudron, vous verrez une étoile brillante. C’est l’Étoile polaire! L’Étoile polaire semble immobile, mais elle régit tous les cycles de changement dans l’univers, y compris chez l’humain. #chantingfortheworld #lunarchanting #chanting #togetherapart #taichi #taoisttaichi #fungloykok #findingstillness #findingharmony #cultivatingbalance #chantlunaire #ensembleadistance #taichitaoiste #trouverlatranquilité #trouverharmonie #cultiverequilibre Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Over 2000 #fungloykok participants from 26 countries chanted in their homes as part of the #50thAnniversary Celebration of #taoisttaichi arts. Leaders chanted at Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism temples and shrines, representing the spirit of all #chantingfortheworld. #TaoistTaiChi50 #50thAnniversary #chanting #taoism #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation #togetherapart Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Practicing Taoist Tai Chi arts I feel great #joy and deep unity with nature and the #universe. ~ Marilyn #taichi #taoisttaichi #taoism #findingstillness #findingharmony #cultivatingbalance #movingmeditation #stayingconnected #togetherapart #keeppracticing #fungloykok... Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Celebrating the #50thAnniversary of #taoisttaichi arts, President of #fungloykok, John Huang, shares calligraphy that speaks to a solid foundation and a bright future. On December 5 more than 2000 people celebrated #togetherapart! #TaoistTaiChi50 #chantingfortheworld #chanting #taoism #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation... Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Members of the National Seniors Committee got their party hats on at their last meeting, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism #togetherapart, and with cake! We wish the Directors and all participants a very Happy 50th. Despite the lack of in person gatherings, we are finding ways to celebrate this milestone year together. A special thank you to our Directors for keeping us healthy, safe and connected! #fungloykok #TaoistTaiChi50 #50thAnniversary #seniors #taoisttaichi #findingharmony #cultivatingbalance #IVD2020 #InternationalVolunteerDay #ageingwithvitality Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

I had surgery because of #lungcancer. The muscles, ribs and nerves were all involved and the deep #pain I experienced was indescribable. I was on the highest dose of narcotics and was considering assisted suicide. I began #taoisttaichi and, almost unbelievably, the pain went away. I got rid of all medications and I realised that I just need Taoist Tai Chi practice. Life is beautiful again! ~ Maria @canadiancancersociety #lungcancerawarenessday #taichi #taoism #fungloykok #...findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation #painreliefoptions #painrelief #caring Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Zoom Meeting Life #134 Malgré la pandémie les participants de l’Institut de taoïsme Fung Loy Kok, nous nous rencontrons à quelques reprises en visioconférence durant la semaine. Nous échangeons alors sur différents aspects de la tradition taoïste et de notre entraînement. Je réalise qu’avec les mouvements de l’enchaînement l’ensemble occasionne une belle et riche pratique hebdomadaire de #taichitaoïste.... ~ Christine In spite of the pandemic, participants of Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism meet a few times by videoconference during the week. We then exchange on different aspects of Taoist tradition and our training. I realize that with the movements of my #taoisttaichi, the whole result is a beautiful and rich practice. ~ Christine #taoisme #taoism #taichi #meditation #tranquillité #findingstillness #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation #fungloykok #meetinglife Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

We hope that everyone in the world finds peace, love and joy, despite these difficult times. Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism sends season’s greetings and best wishes to all. #peaceloveandjoy #seasonsgreetings #taoisttaichi #taoism #fungloykok #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation... Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Celebrating International Volunteers Day, #taoisttaichi participants feel deep #gratitude for the many opportunities to volunteer, to help others and to contribute positively to the world. With the intention to help, making tea, and even attending meetings are activities on the #Taoist path. The rich rewards of a #caring life include a sense of calm purpose and a #connection with others. Here are one participant’s thoughts: I feel privileged and grateful for the opportunity... to #volunteer with #fungloykok. It gives me a sense of #belonging and #purpose. I am part of something more than myself. This involvement feeds an internal spark of life giving me the physical strength and mental capacity to help myself and others. #volunteering teaches me calmness and tames my heart as I face new challenges, and I find my health continues to improve through my strong #connections. Living in a remote area I appreciate being able to fully participate. It is important to me that a strong connection with FLK is possible no matter where one lives. ~ Wendy @UNVolunteers #InternationalVolunteerDay #IVD2020 #individualpractice #ageingwithvitality #taichi #taoism #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Falls Prevention More than 6000 #taoisttaichi arts practitioners of all ages from across Canada responded to a National Health Survey. 96% reported improved #balance. In Health benefits of tai chi: What is the evidence?, systematic reviews revealed excellent evidence for #preventingfalls through #taichi.... @fallpreventionmonth #fallpreventionmonth #cultivatingbalance #taoisttaichi #taoism #fungloykok #findingharmony #findingstillness #meditation #movingmeditation #painrelief #painreliefoptions #caring Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

50 Years of Taoist Tai Chi arts! From humble beginnings in Toronto in 1970, Master Moy’s teachings have spread around the world. Today more than 1000 participants from 26 countries #togetherapart mark 50 years of helping people & serving our communities through #taoisttaichi arts. Our hearts are full of appreciation as we look forward to the next 50 years! #TaoistTaiChi50 #50thAnniversary #fungloykok #chantingfortheworld #chanting #taoism #taichi #findingharmony #findingsti...llness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Goon Yam Festival #taoisttaichi participants around the world chanted #togetherapart Wed Nov 4 to celebrate Goon Yam (Guanyin), the bodhisattva of compassion. Goon Yam inspires the cultivation of compassion within ourselves. Celebrating her through #chanting, our intention is to bring more peace and calm to the world. #fungloykok has many Goon Yam shrines in Canada and around the world. #taoism #taichi #chantingfortheworld #chanting #findingharmony #findingstillness #medita...tion Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

On the full moon and new moon, the 1st and 15th of each lunar month, 1000 participants from 26 countries #chant the Northern Dipper Scripture #togetherapart. This scripture expresses the interconnection between the external universe (outside ourselves) and the internal universe (inside ourselves), an idea that resonates in the lived experience of many #taoisttaichi practitioners. Through the ceremony, we express our intention to bring health and longevity to the entire world, and particularly to those close to us and to ourselves. #meetinglife #covidlife #chantingfortheworld #taichi #taoism #fungloykok #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Pain Relief: Caring for Ourselves, Caring for Others 14 years ago I had 9 strokes. I couldn’t stand, walk, talk, see or eat. I had to start all over again. Taoist Tai Chi arts has helped me so much to build balance and strength, to lose fear & to do all the functions of life. It has given me my life back! ~ Sasha... #worldstrokecampaign, #worldstrokeday #taichi #taoisttaichi #taoism #fungloykok #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Pain Relief: Caring for Ourselves, Caring for Others 6000 #taoisttaichi practitioners across Canada responded to a National Health Survey: 84% reported improved mobility. In the research review Health benefits of tai chi: What is the evidence?, #painreduction through Tai Chi was found to be a consistent outcome in many conditions associated with chronic pain including #osteoarthritis, #fibromyalgia, #chroniclowerbackpain, #musculoskeletal #pain conditions. ... www.taoist.org/taoist-tai-chi-arts-and-arthritis/ @arthritissociety #WorldArthritisDay, #WorldArthritisDay2020, #ArthritisResearch #arthritisisserious #cultivatingbalance #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #meditation #fungloykok Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Pain Relief: Caring for Ourselves, Caring for Others Taoist Tai Chi practice has helped me overcome Depression, Anxiety and Panic disorders. I feel like a new person: no longer alone, more positive & I like myself better. #WorldMentalHealthDay2020, #WMHD2020 #taoisttaichi #taichi #taoism #findingstillness #findingharmony #cultivatingblance #meditation #fungloykok... Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Lorsque je pratique un mouvement de #taichitaoiste seule dans ma cour, je pense à tous les autres participants qui font la même chose au même instant dans 26 pays sur la planète. Je me sens alors unie, je ne suis plus seule. When I practice a #taoisttaichi alone in my yard, I think of all the other participants doing the same thing at the same time in 26 countries around the world. I then feel united, I am no longer alone. ~ Christine... #taoisme #taoism #tranquillité #findingstillness #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

La vie pendant le confinement est parfois difficile. Dans les moments de doute la pratique du #taichitaoiste est réconfortante pour moi, une fondation sur laquelle je peux me soutenir. Life during Covid is sometimes difficult. In moments of doubt the practice of #taoisttaichi is comforting to me, a foundation on which I can stand. ~Christine... #taoisme #taoism #taichi #meditation #tranquillité #findingstillness #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Ageing with vitality! #seniors say #taoisttaichi improves their health & enriches their lives. They gain strength, flexibility, & better balance, have more confidence & stamina & are more resilient physically & emotionally. Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism and its affiliates in 26 countries have hosted an International Seniors Day for many years, recognizing the important role of seniors in our intergenerational community. During COVID times seniors contribute to their own ...health through daily #taoist arts practice and connecting online. www.taoist.org/seniors @UN4Ageing @unitednations #UNIDOP #internationaldayforolderpersons #cultivatingbalance #gettingstronger #togetherapart #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #meditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism (Photo was taken pre-Covid. FLK currently follows strict Covid safety measures.)

Pain Relief: Caring for Ourselves, Caring for Others My name is Sylvia & I had a 97% blocked aortic valve. #taoisttaichi helped me prepare for the #heartsurgery so I’d have the best outcome & the courage to actually go through with it. In the end I walked further, quicker & was out of the hospital faster than many people much younger than me! Through physical benefits of #taoisttaichi practise and by being focused and centred in what we do, I am now a healthy and happy perso...n! https://bit.ly/33GLfJp @worldheartday 29 Sep @worldheartfederation #worldheartday #hearthealth #taoism #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #meditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

A soap bubble floats on a lake for minutes at a time, responding to the swirling action of the air. Yet the bubble seems perfectly still: no up, no down, no left or right, no front, no back. This stillness in movement is striking. It inspires me to think of my #taoisttaichi practice in a similar way. ~John Tomas #taoism #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Unperturbed by ripples in the water, perfect soap bubbles sailed across the lake. Despite their inherent fragility, I see a structure that is strong yet light, full yet empty. The bubbles float for what seems like an eternity to finally reach the other shore. I’m influenced by this sight. I think about moving quietly with #taoisttaichi, balanced, light and responsive. ~John Tomas #taoism #taichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Over the summer I was blowing bubbles with my 5-year-old daughter on the shores of a country lake. To my surprise, the bubbles floated onto the water without popping. They travelled far into the middle of the lake guided by a gentle wind. Watching their paths was a peaceful sight. ~John Tomas #taoism #taichi #taoisttaichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Wishing all people in the world find peace on #peaceday and for all time. Compassion is central to Taoist practice so each week #shapingpeacetogether through #chanting and ceremony, #togetherapart 1000 people in 26 countries express the intention to bring health and longevity to the world. @UN #chantingfortheworld #lunarchanting #taoism #taichi #taoisttaichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance #worldpeaceday #UN75 #internationaldayofpeace #worldpeaceday Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Pain Relief: Caring for Ourselves, Caring for Others My name is Bruce & I have had arthritis for over 25 years. I have two types, osteo and psoriatic-like rheumatoid, which have caused pain in every joint in my body. Taoist Tai Chi practice has changed my life. Pain is seriously reduced; I can move again; I can garden; my relationships are better! I also love the way it calms me.

The Dipper Constellation Ceremony is an important Taoist tradition that takes place on the 1st and 15th days of the lunar month. Through #chanting and ceremony, #togetherapart we express our intention to bring health and longevity to the whole world, and especially to those close to us and to ourselves. The items in the photographs symbolize the teachings contained in the Northern Dipper Sutra which we will be chanting on these special days. #chantingfortheworld #taoism #taic...hi #taoisttaichi #findingharmony #findingstillness #cultivatingbalance Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism

Cultiver la quiétude en soi comme on fait notre potager. On sème des graines, on arrose. On engraisse la terre, on arrose. Après quelque temps, on désherbe, on arrose encore, et finalement après tous ces efforts, on récolte! Ma pratique de #taichitaoïste et mon cheminement à travers l’Institut de taoïsme Fung Loy Kok m’ont fait comprendre que la quiétude s’apprend, qu’elle se cultive, qu’elle est partie prenante de notre entraînement et qu’il faut se discipliner pour l’attein...dre. Et le grand plaisir de la récolte, c’est qu’elle est permanente, il est possible de la partager et d’en faire profiter notre entourage. ~ Ghislaine We cultivate peacefulness in ourselves as we do our vegetable garden. We sow seeds, we water. Fertilizing the soil, watering. After a while, we weed, we water again, and finally after all these efforts, we reap! My practice of #taoisttaichi and my journey through the Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism made me understand that tranquility can be learned, that it can be cultivated, that it is part of our training and that we must be disciplined to achieve it. And the great pleasure of the harvest is that it is permanent, it is possible to share it and everyone benefits from it. ~Ghislaine #taoisme #taoism #tranquillité #findingstillness #trouverlharmonie #findingharmony #meditationenmouvement #movingmeditation Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism