Articles Index

Moola Bandha: The Master Key

An introduction to the practice of Moola Bandha, which awakens the energy of the Snow Mountain/Golden Urn area at the base of the spine.

Five Simple Lifestyle Recommendations Supportive of Taoist Practice

The choices that we make moment to moment are the essence of Taoist practice. Here are some daily and yearly patterns that I've found to be supportive of my practice, and which have been recommended by the great Masters of the past, also!

Chakras & Dantians

What is the relationship between chakras and dantians?

Alchemy In Taoist Practice

Introduces the two main forms - internal and external - that alchemy practice has taken in Taoism.

The Secret Of The Golden Flower

An introduction to Taoist scripture called "The Secret of the Golden Flower" with a recommendation for a specific English translation.

The Three Purities

The Three Purities are the highest deities in the Taoist pantheon.

Laozi - The Founder Of Taoism

The founder of Taoism is the historical/legendary Laozi.

Turning The Light Around

"Turning the light around" is a phrase used frequently in relation to the practice of Taoist Inner Alchemy and meditation. What does it mean?

A Note On Transliteration: Pinyin & Wade-Giles Systems

Introduction to these two systems for Romanizing Chinese characters.

Faucets

What felines have to teach us about Taoist meditation.