Spiritual Practice : Taoism, Taoist Practice Resources, and Eighth Annual Taoist Gathering ( CA )

Spiritual Practice : Taoism, Taoist Practice Resources, and Eighth Annual Taoist Gathering ( CA )


Eighth Annual Taoist Gathering
October 2011
Oakland ( San Francisco ) CA

Summary : here I introduce Taoist ( Daoist ) teaching, teachers, and practices. Taoist means East Asian shamanism/ mysticism/ yoga/ healing / martial arts. There is an important West Coast gathering ( official announcement referenced ). A substantial, practical, and updated set of book references is provided. Primary texts on The Book of Changes ( I Ching ) also provided to give the ethos ( spirit, perspective, character, philosophical context ) of Tao. Taoism is shown to be a comprehensive pagan path of inner cultivation for all purposes.


www.thetaoistcenter.com/the-ei...thering

Dr. Alex Feng and Charlene Ossler of Zhi Dao Guan, The Taoist Center,
in Oakland, CA invite you to participate in the
Eighth Annual Taoist Gathering October 21-23, 2011

at Samuel Merritt University Health Education Center, Oakland, CA
a weekend devoted to the study, practice, and Community of Taoism.

Friday evening Taoist Class and Meditation followed by
two days of provocative Taoist presentations, meditation, qi gong,
and other forms of practice, ritual and exploration

$125 Early Bird registration for Saturday and Sunday

The Theme: Immortality from a Daoist Perspective

For more information write / call

Zhi Dao Guan at 3824 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland CA 94619
510-336-0129

info@thetaoistcenter.com

Attendees praise this unique annual event:

“ For A Taoist, this Gathering is like coming home!”

“Energizing! Inspirational!”

Join us as we continue this adventure in The Dao!

( Note: I do not represent this event or center. )


References:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taoism
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tao

Friday Preconference Seminar by KEN COHEN: Taoist External Qi Healing: How to Be An Effective Healer

Keynote by Dr. Hirsh Diamant:

Lao Zi’s 14 Characters – Reflections on Immortality

Panel Discussion on Immortality Practices by Practitioners, Scholars, Teachers

$125 Early Bird registration for Saturday and Sunday

$175 after October 1st

Or choose from these options

Preconference seminar $100.00

Sat & Sun – $125.00 (early bird price)

Saturday Only – $75.00
Sunday Only - $75.00
Lunch Saturday – $15.00
Buffet dinner Sat – $25.00

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Book References for Taoist / Energetic Practice
This deep and broad survey includes some Buddhist teaching and some Korean Taoism.
This bibliography is useful at all levels of practice.
It includes some very new important titles.

Heal Yourself with Qigong: Gentle Practices to Increase Energy, Restore Health, and Relax the Mind
Suzanne B. Freidman (Author)
www.amazon.com/Heal-Yours...1572245832/

The Way of Qigong: The Art and Science of Chinese Energy Healing [Paperback]
Ken Cohen (Author)
www.amazon.com/Way-Qigong...0345421094/

The Essential Qigong Training Course: 100 Days to Increase Energy, Physical Health and Spiritual Well-Being
Ken Cohen (Author)
www.amazon.com/Essential-...1591790905/

Complete System of Self-Healing Internal Exercises
Dr. Stephen T. Chang (Author)
www.amazon.com/Complete-S...B000NDHQ74/

Acupressure's Potent Points: A Guide to Self-Care for Common Ailments
Michael Reed Gach (Author)
www.amazon.com/Acupressur...0553349708/

Acupressure for Emotional Healing: A Self-Care Guide for Trauma, Stress, & Common Emotional Imbalances
Michael Reed Gach Ph.D.
www.amazon.com/Acupressur...0553382438/

Note : sadly, "Meridian Exercises" by Shizuto Masunaga is not available at Amazon, so here is a less technical but reasonably good substitute from Korean Taoism:

Meridian Exercise for Self-Healing (Paperback): Classified by Common Symptoms [Paperback]
Ilchi Lee (Author)
www.amazon.com/Meridian-E...1935127101/

Attune Your Body With Dao-In (Masters Series of Taoist Internal Practices : Book 1 )
Hua-Ching Ni (Author)
www.amazon.com/Attune-Mas...0937064726/

Qi Gong for Total Wellness: Increase Your Energy, Vitality, and Longevity with the Ancient 9 Palaces System from the White Cloud Monastery [Paperback]
Baolin Wu (Author), Jessica Eckstein (Author)
www.amazon.com/Gong-Total...0312262337/

Qigong Empowerment: A Guide to Medical, Taoist, Buddhist and Wushu Energy Cultivation
Master Shou-Yu Liang (Author), Mr Wen-Ching Wu (Author)
www.amazon.com/Qigong-Emp...1889659029/

The Root of Chinese Qigong: Secrets of Health, Longevity, & Enlightenment [Paperback]
Yang Jwing-Ming (Author)
www.amazon.com/Root-Chine...1886969507/

Qigong, The Secret of Youth: Da Mo's Muscle/Tendon Changing and Marrow/Brain Washing Classics [Paperback]
Yang Jwing-Ming (Author)
www.amazon.com/Qigong-Sec...1886969841/

New titles for 2011 :

Daoist Nei Gong : The Philosophical Art of Change
Damo Mitchell
www.singingdragon.com/catalog...48190658

"Nei Gong has been a well-kept secret within the Daoist sects of China for centuries. Based upon the original teachings of the great sage Laozi, it has only ever been taught to close students of the masters chosen as the heads of the ancient orders.

"This book provides a breakdown of the entire Nei Gong process, and explains in plain English the philosophy which underpins Nei Gong practice, and which is based on the original teachings of the ancient Daoist priests. The methodology of Sung breathing, an advanced meditative practice which has until now been reserved for 'inner-door' students is described, and the book contains an entire set of Qigong exercises accompanied by instructional photographs and drawings.

"This book will be of interest to all practitioners of Qi Gong, martial arts and meditation, and will be a rewarding read for anyone interested in Eastern philosophy."

Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong
Esoteric Talismans, Mantras, and Mudras in Healing and Inner Cultivation
Master Zhongxian Wu
www.singingdragon.com/catalog...48190566

"Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong is an advanced form of Qigong from one of China’s esoteric traditions. Never before written about in the West, this form offers great cumulative benefits from regular daily practice. Master Wu describes the practice in detail, including the meaning and significance of the Chinese names for each movement, with its shamanic roots, and provides the mantra, visualization, and mudra for each as well as explaining the therapeutic benefits and talismanic aspects. The book is fully illustrated, and there is a handy reference quick guide at the end showing the entire orbit.

"This unique book will be essential reading for advanced students and practitioners of Qigong and anyone interested in Daoism, or the ancient wisdom traditions of China."

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Total I Ching: Myths for Change [Paperback]
Stephen Karcher
www.amazon.com/Total-I-Ch...074993980X/

The Taoist I Ching (Shambhala Classics) [Paperback]
Lui I-Ming (Author), Thomas Cleary (Translator)
www.amazon.com/Taoist-Chi...1590302605/

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May All Beings Benefit.

KT