The Tiger's Mouth Blog
Personal Stories
Letting go
My dentist recently made me realize that I was clenching my jaws.
The Calm In The Storm
Most mornings I can be found practicing Taoist Tai ChiⓇ arts in my carport.
Inspirations
My motivation to be consistent in my personal practice is derived from inspirational role models.
Balance
Master Moy always asked: “How do you feel?”. I think the last four years have taught me to answer his question in a more thoughtful, sensitive way.
The lighthouse gaze
When aligned with my spine
my gaze flows as light
from a lighthouse
along the horizon
Reading reflections
Reading the reflections from my fellow participants from around the world makes me feel like I am at the international center, having heartfelt conversations and sharing memories with friends.
Communicating vessels
Last fall, I was asked to lead an LIT session. I felt very agitated inside.
The power of softness
Individually we are softer. Together we are stronger, and being stronger makes us softer because we don't need to fight. It is an inner strength. That is the power of the softness.
Simplicity
The need for nothing, a clear mind, a simple movement. Nothing else.
Propriety (tea)
At a recent Taoist Tai Chi® arts virtual meeting, one of our directors told a little story that caught my attention. He was saying how Master Moy had taught one participant to serve tea. The person had served tea to all the guests at the beginning of the meal. Mr. Moy drank his tea quickly […]
Virtues in Action
During a Saturday morning international meeting, one of the directors of the Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism passed on this teaching from Master Moy regarding the eight virtues: We are not working on virtues. Virtues are working on us.
Sense of Shame
Conscious of the impact of actions and having the humility to rectify them. Part 8 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Transmission
While watching a film by Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism about the All Souls Festival, a scene caught my eye: a woman preparing to burn a bag of offerings.
Honour
Having integrity, incorruptibility, and taking only what is deserved. Part 7 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Sacrifice
Courage to do what is right. Purity of heart and purpose. Part 6 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Propriety
Courtesy, politeness, decorum, and manners promote harmony. Part 5 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Trustworthiness
The sincere and honest intention to keep one’s promises. Part 4 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Dedication
Loyalty, faithfulness, and commitment to the practice. Part 3 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
Applying His Teachings as I Age
Aging is giving me perspective on why we are encouraged to practice the Taoist Tai Chi® arts daily.
Sibling Harmony
To live at peace as brothers and sisters, respectful of others. Part 2 of the series: Reflections on the 8 Virtues.
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