Dao and Self-Development
This 11 page article is based on a number of talks and writings given to
students who have have typically been studying T'ai Chi for about
eighteen months, have completed the short form, and have begun the
process of coordinating and softening the body and developing a degree
of 'internal awareness'.
At this stage, many students are curious
about where the path of t’ai chi might take them. Do they really wish
to spend more time continuing to study? Or might their time be a better
spent doing something else.
Hence this article. It aims to
highlight those areas of personal development which might be anticipated
with further study of t’ai chi.
It sketches out how the path
stretches out before us: specifically, how we practise, why we practise
in a particular way at particular stages of our progress, common
barriers to progress and ultimately where the practice could lead.
Wednesday, 20 February 2013
Sunday, 18 November 2012
Dharma and Dao: Tantra and Tao. Amazon eBook
Dharma and Dao: Tantra and Tao
Buddhism and Daoism are each profoundly influential paths of personal growth and spiritual development.
Initially they can seem quite different in both their methods and goals, but look beneath the differing cultural overlays and profound similarities can be seen in their systems of thought. Perhaps this is not totally surprising as scholars have documented that Yogacara Buddhism first began to be influential in China from circa 450 AD. Hence from a very early stage, Buddhism began to influence the development of Taoist thought and practice.
Although a number of academic texts exist which look to undertake a comparative analysis of these two influential philosophies, very little has been written from the point of view of a practitioner of both paths. However both Daoism and Buddhism emphasis the need for actual practice to reach true understanding; Intellect alone is not enough.
Hence this article seeks to examine the relationship between Buddhist and Daoist systems of thought from the point of view of the practitioner. It reasons that Buddhism and Daoism can provide deep insight into each other across the thee domains of human experience, body, energy and spirit (heart-mind).
Buddhism and Daoism are each profoundly influential paths of personal growth and spiritual development.
Initially they can seem quite different in both their methods and goals, but look beneath the differing cultural overlays and profound similarities can be seen in their systems of thought. Perhaps this is not totally surprising as scholars have documented that Yogacara Buddhism first began to be influential in China from circa 450 AD. Hence from a very early stage, Buddhism began to influence the development of Taoist thought and practice.
Although a number of academic texts exist which look to undertake a comparative analysis of these two influential philosophies, very little has been written from the point of view of a practitioner of both paths. However both Daoism and Buddhism emphasis the need for actual practice to reach true understanding; Intellect alone is not enough.
Hence this article seeks to examine the relationship between Buddhist and Daoist systems of thought from the point of view of the practitioner. It reasons that Buddhism and Daoism can provide deep insight into each other across the thee domains of human experience, body, energy and spirit (heart-mind).
Sunday, 5 August 2012
Qi Gong "drop-in" class. Beginners Welcome!
A new course in Bristol open to everyone, from complete beginners onwards.
Using
active awareness we discover the unhelpful patterns of tension which block us
from achieving our full potential for health and happiness.
In this course we practice fundamental t'ai chi and Qi Gong exercises, with an emphasis on relaxation, recovering health and strengthening the twelve body systems.
We
also explore the meditative aspects of Qi Gong as the basis of personal
development.
When
Starts Tuesday 18th September, 2012
7:00 – 8 pm
Where
The Centre for Whole Health
12 Victoria Place
Bedminster
Bristol
Cost
The cost is £6 on a drop-in basis, and less if booking for the full Autumn term.
Bookings and Information
The cost is £6 on a drop-in basis, and less if booking for the full Autumn term.
Bookings and Information
This course is open to all on a drop-in basis but, please drop us an email if you would like to attend and visit our website for more information.
Level 2 t'ai chi course: Starting Tuesday 11th Sept. 2012
Natural Way T’ai Chi
Level 2 Syllabus – An Intermediate course on t’ai chi chuan
When
Starts Tuesday 11th September, 2012
8:00 – 9:30 pm
Where
The Centre for Whole Health
12 Victoria Place
Bedminster
Bristol
Information
This course is open to all who have nearly completed the Yang style short form.
Please email to book a place on the course and for further information.
Tutor
Tim Parsons
Bookings and Information
To book a place on the course, please drop us an email.
Friday, 15 June 2012
Alan Peck's Book - An introduction to T'ai Chi
Hi everyone,
Alan Peck’s book “An Introduction to t’ai chi” is available free of charge to all students for private study.
Especially recommended if you are planning to start t’ai chi, or have even been practising for a good few years.
Monday, 11 June 2012
The internal form of Tai Chi
A recording about the Stage 2 Natural Way t’ai chi syllabus - “the internal form” - now available via soundcloud
Sunday, 25 March 2012
SPRING INTO SUMMER
Natural Way T’ai Chi & Qi Gong
Tim Parsons
Saturday 21st April 2012
10:00am to 16:30pm
Lam Rim Buddhist Centre, Wales,
Pentwyn Manor, Penrhos, Raglan
Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 2LE
Tel: 44(0)1600 780383
Booking: 01600 780383
07783 546062
Email: naturalwaytaichi@gmail.com
Visit: www.naturalchi.co.uk
Cost £35 (includes lunch and refreshments)
It's such a joy to spend time at Lam Rim Wales, especially so in the Spring and Summer nurtured by the peaceful environment, flowers, trees, and birds.
We will celebrate Spring in this beautiful space, playing with the movements of T’ai Chi and Chi Gong, spirals and circles, deepening our connection with Chi and following the unfolding from stillness into joyful movement.
Everyone is welcome; no experience is necessary and lifts from
Bristol are possible. Please bring warm, loose clothing.
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