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Straight to the goal!
While we are all trying to deepen our personal practice and staying home, we were touched by the inspiring testimony of the members from the group “Five Fingers” (a group that has been practicing Taoist Tai Chi for three years), in Livorno, […]
Staying Strong in Great Britain – stories of individual practise, part 4
The comments and recounted experiences keep rolling in. It’s wonderful to know how many people are making the very most of their isolation, practising with dedication and heart and finding so much treasure for themselves. Thank you everyone for sharing and inspiring us all to stay motivated, and keep practising to be strong(er). “I’ve increased […]
Chanting for the World Brings Many Together
Hello Pegoty, It was good to hear your voice today. I like what you brought to the table about the NY Times opportunity to tell what we are doing to get through. I jotted down these words and phrases from Marsha, Andrew, Jim and others to share with students in my weekly email check in: […]
Staying Strong in Great Britain – stories of individual practise, part 3
Rather like going to class at a regular time, I have set a schedule for my Tai Chi practice during the ‘shut-down’. So, at 10.30 every morning I am ready to start. This helps… Otherwise I might decide to stay in bed! I do practice at home on a regular basis but always a […]
Staying Strong in Great Britain – stories of individual practise, part 2
“We see each other at the Monday morning class, and decided to still have a chat on Monday mornings, to try and keep ourselves motivated. Well, my instructor motivated me to open the windows, do some foundations and a few Dan Yus, and it really helped, and of course great to keep in touch.” Maureen […]
Staying Strong in Great Britain – stories of individual practise, part 1
In Great Britain we have been appreciating how fortunate we are to have Taoist Tai ChiTM Arts to keep us strong and still during this difficult time. We are enjoying a dan yu challenge; 50 dan yus for 50 days to celebrate 50 years. Instructors have been receiving many positive messages from participants who are […]
The Very Essence of Making Tai Chi Available for All
I would like to share my experience of this fantastic Tai Chi group I attend on a Thursday morning. I am 42 years old, had a brain aneurysm (stroke) seven years ago, and although I have recovered to approximately 90 per cent of my previous ability, I have ongoing symptoms I have to manage. I […]
Volunteering at the All Souls Festival at International Centre near Orangeville
A volunteer at the International Centre near Orangeville describes how helping at the All Souls Festival has a profound effect.
Tai Chi and Me = Happiness
July marks the two-year anniversary of my first encounter with Taoist Tai Chi® arts and I am reflecting on my journey so far. Almost immediately the word happiness comes to mind. This seems an odd choice; while learning tai chi makes me happy so do lots of other activities. Obviously, there is more to my […]
Taoist Tai Chi® in the Classroom
A project in the Quebec City Area shows that it is possible for 9-10 year old children to appreciate, and benefit from, Taoist Tai Chi® arts. Tracey teaches a grade 4 class. She began practicing Taoist Tai Chi® 2 years ago. She immediately thought of her students. She said: Wow! I would love for my […]
Zest for life at 81 – International Seniors Day
My name is Tim Butler. I’m 81 years old and I have been practising Taoist Tai Chi® arts for four years. These few years of practice have proved to be highly beneficial. My overall health, fitness, co-ordination, balance, energy and zest for life have all taken a great leap forward. I signed up in Etobicoke, […]
Doing the ‘impossible’ and helping others
“The fact that you can do something that you’re told is impossible gives you hope.” Providence Healthcare, which provides rehabilitation, palliative care, long-term care and community programs in Toronto, has just published a story in its Outlook magazine about long-time Taoist Tai Chi® arts participant Assunta Sciani. Assunta, who has had Parkinson’s Disease for […]
‘A Gift That Flows Through Me’
Luana Goodwin has told the Tallahassee Democrat how her Taoist Tai Chi® arts story is long, complicated, and difficult because it’s been a journey not only of physical changes but emotional discovery as well. Diagnosed years ago with panic attacks, Laura says that now she is pushing through the fear to tell her story. “It’s […]
10 years since the Grand Opening on Dragon Tortoise Mountain
A decade ago I was appreciating a deep sense of privilege; the opening and closing of 10 altars each day, chanting 21 sutras over three days, sharing the event with guests from Fung Ying Seen Koon, Yuen Yuen, and Chi Wo Tan. Mr Sung’s presence, advice, bright eyes and energy (102 years old at that […]
A richness of experience
The Grand Opening in 2007 was my first visit to the International Centre, near Orangeville. With a broken kneecap (due to a fall in a workshop a few weeks earlier), my leg fixed in a cast, it was still an amazing experience. Meeting all these people from around the world, watching and taking part in […]
The brilliance of Master Moy’s gifts
I have been practicing Taoist Tai Chi® arts for six years so I was not present at the opening ceremonies of the expansion of the International Centre in Orangeville. However, it is our custom to share stories and the ones I have heard have given life to that day. The story of when the clouds […]
A big, wonderful family
I have fond memories of the opening of the Three Religions Temple 10 years ago. It was my first visit to the International Centre near Orangeville, Ontario. I was very excited to see the new Temple and to be present for its grand opening. I had been practicing Taoist Tai Chi® arts for four years […]
Creep low to the Equator
Linda Horsky, a long-time participant from Hamilton, Ontario, is in Quito, Ecuador, and stopped to do snakes on the line of the Equator.
Taking the time to help each other
Ten years ago the Three Religions Temple, Dao Mo, the Memorial Hall and the Quiet Cultivation Centre were added to the complex of buildings at the International Centre. These buildings, each in their own way, and together as a group, have fostered connections between members of our constantly growing family. The Fung Loy Kok Institute […]
Profound growth at the International Centre
The International Centre near Orangeville was a busy, exciting place 10 years ago at the time of the Grand Opening of the Three Religions Temple. People were everywhere, making their way to and from Chanting Ceremonies, preparing food, preparing for the arrival of more guests – all the things we still associate with the Centre. […]
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