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The Principle of Closing: Fulfilling the Need to Return qi qigong reduce stress relaxation release tension tai chi tantien taoism taoist philosophy taoist principles Jan 15, 2023

 By Paul Cavel

In the manifest realm of duality, if there is an action, there is an equal and opposite reaction: an opening is followed by a closing, and the cycle repeats ad infinitum. In Taoism, the directive of all closing phases – both during practice and in life in general – is to let go and...

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Simple Wellness: Soft Living (Part 2 of 2) burnout lao tzu reduce stress rule of thirds taoism taoist philosophy taoist principles water method work/life balance Jan 07, 2023

 By Paul Cavel

In my previous post, we explored the term soft living—a work/life philosophy that creates balance and healthy boundaries to reduce stress and burnout, so you can discover and live your deeper purpose. Though modern in thought, the term soft living has characteristics which un

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Simple Wellness: Soft Living (Part 1 of 2) burnout reduce stress taoism water method work/life balance Jan 01, 2023

By Paul Cavel

Soft living, which rejects the notion that life has to be work-centered and approached as a competition, is gaining traction worldwide. Primarily Millennial advocates have taken a good look around and decided self-sacrifice to overcome endless trials and tribulations doesn’t lead to...

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The Principle of Thirds: How to Exercise Moderation (Pt 2) energy rule of thirds taoism taoist philosophy taoist principles water method Jul 25, 2022

 

By Paul Cavel

In my previous post, I introduced The Rule of Thirds — a primary principle of the Water Method that promotes the conservation of energy that leads to personal growth in body, mind and qi. Below I answer the question of why the Rule of Thirds is important to implement in our lives...

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The Principle of Thirds: How to Exercise Moderation (Pt 1/2) energy healing rule of thirds taoism taoist principles trauma water method Jul 25, 2022

By Paul Cavel

The Rule of Thirds is so fundamental to all Water Method training that it is one of the Five Primary Principles. However, it’s also by far the most elusive of all the principles to target because your intent, your aim, is always moving, absolutely requiring you to cultivate a good r...

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