The Tiger's Mouth Blog
Personal Stories
Moving Meditation
J’ai appris que la pratique Tai Chi TaoïsteMD est une méditation en mouvement. Lorsque je suis dans le moment présent, je ne pense plus à rien, mon corps détendu suit le mouvement et mon esprit est léger. Quel bien être, lorsque je pense à toutes les peurs et les distractions que je peux avoir dans […]
Ankylosing Spondylitis
I have ankylosing spondylitis which primarily affects my spine. When the inflammation is happening, it’s quite painful. I’ve been doing Taoist Tai Chi® ever since I was first diagnosed in 1988, and that’s what I mostly use to manage the pain and the illness. It keeps me moving … if I don’t move, I seize […]
World Mental Health Week
Recognizing the powerful effect of Taoist Tai Chi® practice on mental health.
On Chanting
I was first introduced to chanting a couple of years ago at a retreat week, and I wasn’t much taken by it. However I didn’t want to be separate from the group, so I joined in. I continued to chant on Sunday at my Toronto location. I found it soothing before the session began. When […]
Developing Roots
A recent online Taoist Tai Chi® arts session has given me tears of gratefulness. This purification journey of body, mind and soul is globally needed, especially in such testing times. The generous hearts of Master Moy, the directors, officers and participants bond us together to face the pandemic. Their kindness, heart-felt generosity, wisdom, resources and […]
A Long Life with Parkinson’s Disease
“My name is Assunta and I’ve had Parkinson’s disease for almost 40 years. I have been practicing Taoist Tai Chi® arts for almost as long. I knew after my first class that the Taoist Tai Chi® arts were helping me. I first became stronger emotionally and then physically. Everything improved and I was better able […]
Volunteering / Le Bénévolat
My experience shows me that helping each other and volunteering are gifts that open my heart and allow me to become a better person. Volunteering is part of Taoist Tai Chi® training and it helps build my personality. Mon expérience personnelle me montre que l’entraide et le bénévolat sont en fait un cadeau, qui permet […]
Reflection on 50 Reasons
During 2020, the 50th anniversary of Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism, participants in Western Region created a list of 50 reasons to practice Taoist Tai Chi® arts. Reflecting on these ideas, I found that there were some which particularly resonated with me, such as: Taoist […]
Letting Go
I find it very difficult to let go, not to worry, to let go of my fears and be open to change. With the practice of the Taoist Tai Chi® arts and the support of the other participants, I am able to get better. I am on the path of change. J’ai beaucoup de difficulté à […]
Rapid Recovery after Kidney Transplant
In 2019 I had been practicing Taoist Tai Chi® arts for 22 years; it is also the year I had a full medical check including scans, bloodwork, and psychological assessment in hopes of donating a kidney to my husband. Through the years of my Taoist Tai Chi® practice, I noticed the physical benefits […]
One Percent Better
At the Saturday, March 13th chanting session, I discovered what it means to let go and relax.
The Northern Dipper Scripture is a long chant and I found it difficult at [...]
Strength in Numbers
Thanks to a regular chanting practice, I am now able to meditate. I realize the synergy and complementarity of Taoist Tai Chi® arts. This multidimensional training allows me to develop [...]
The Worst of Times, The Best of Times
Finding balance and managing my social anxiety during the pandemic has been quite daunting for me. Trying to feel comfortable with my discomfort has been a struggle. I have my [...]
Reflections on My Journey
The Directors’ advice to develop our self-practice is helping to keep me strong and is my cure for daily worry during this pandemic.
The past year has been a time of [...]
Consistent, Continuous Feeling
My antique grandfather clock requires winding each week. I feel the association with it as I stand near it in my own daily practice. As I wind it, there is a [...]
Heart and Stroke Month – Bounce instead of break!
I had open heart surgery for a double bypass. My Taoist Tai Chi® practice really helped my easy recovery. With these arts you bounce instead of break!
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Opportunities in Every Situation
Taoism teaches us that there are opportunities in every situation, no matter how difficult. It also teaches us that we can deepen our understanding when we are able to apply [...]
Transformation to Come
The practice of Taoist Tai Chi® arts, the sequence of all movements or a few foundation exercises, allows me to center myself, regain focus, come back to the present moment [...]
Chanting Sessions Are a Lifeline
Dear Fung Loy Kok Board of Directors,
Thank you for the Saturday morning sessions. They are a lifeline of support for those of us who live alone and are [...]
Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Regular Practice
Losing brain function is not just about disease and decline, it’s about a person. Worldwide, at least 44 million people are living with some form of dementia. Alzheimer’s brings loss of memory, and other aspects of cognitive function that are profoundly life changing. Fortunately, research shows that being physically active can reduce the risk, or […]
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