-Taoism and Nature-
Autumn in Taoism is the season to “gather the elixir.” This teaching blends outer and inner alchemy, the Five Phases...
From Qingming’s gentle rains to the Ghost Festival’s autumn mists, Taoist festivals mirror seasonal weather. Explore their history, sect traditions,...
Discover how Taoists read the sky as a mirror of the Tao, from ancient rituals and medicine to festivals, feng...
-Taoist Legends and Creatures-
A Taoist monk, Master Qingshan, forged the Ci Jian, the Sword of Mercy, to grant a painless release to those...
Zhenwu, the Taoist warrior deity, forges the Sword of Divine Balance in a mystical cave, shaping a blade not for...
Discover the striking parallels between the Taoist purge during China’s Cultural Revolution and Star Wars' Order 66. This article explores...
-Taoist Karma-
Free will, choice, and karma form the foundation of Taoist practice in the 4 Ascendant Tradition. This article explores how...
Episode 108 of Living the Tao, "The Hidden Truth About Karma," reveals how Taoism redefines karma beyond cause and effect....
Karma in Taoism flows from your choices, shaping your ability to navigate life effectively. This energy isn't about rewards or...
-Taoism and Love-
Learn a simple, powerful way to invoke love through the Tao. This beginner-friendly guide offers a clear invocation, explains how...
Taoist love wisdom reveals that healthy love balances emotion, choice, and intuition. Unhealthy love stems from craving or ignoring choice....
Discover Taoist wisdom on love. Learn about its three forms—parental, romantic, and universal—and how they bring harmony and fulfillment....
-Te of Tao and Invocation-
How you can build a productive relationship with the Tao through invocation....
Do things like the Laws of Attraction Work and How? See the thousands of years old answer....
Tao--The precise words to say to improve your karma using your health....
Taoist Shrines and Temples
Discover the unique beauty of Taoist shrines across Asia, from China's sacred mountain sanctuaries to Korea's minimalist retreats and Southeast...
Discover how Taoist shrines have served as sanctuaries for centuries. From sheltering travelers in storms to offering spiritual solace, these...
Taoist shrines have evolved from natural altars into sacred spaces of simplicity and harmony. From the origins in mountain groves...
-Living as a Taoist-
Taoist Holy Days vary by region and tradition. This guide explores the calendar of sacred days, deities, and rituals across...
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at home with a Taoist-inspired guide. Learn the history, legends of Chang’e and the Jade Rabbit,...
Discover the ancient Taoist practice of Biguan, a quiet retreat for body and spirit. Learn how laypeople today use fasting,...
-Spiritual Enlightenment in Taoism-
Enlightenment means very different things depending on who you ask. This clear comparison explores how Buddhism, Classical and Sectarian Taoism,...
What is Taoist enlightenment? This foundational teaching from the 4 Ascendant Sphere Tradition explains how the Social Mind shapes perception...
Explore karma in Taoism through the 4 Ascendant Tradition’s unique 3-pole model. Learn how karmic energy builds, breaks, or gathers...
-4 Ascendant Practices-
Honoring a tree in Taoist practice can be as simple as standing in quiet presence or as ceremonial as tying...
Discover the 4 Ascendant Sphere Purity Adept School, a 1,500-year-old Taoist tradition focusing on spiritual enlightenment, balance, and the art...
Discover the tradition of personal Taoist altars, from ancient symbolism to creating your sacred space at home. This guide explores...
-Taoism Belief and Facts-
Taoist Holy Days vary by region and tradition. This guide explores the calendar of sacred days, deities, and rituals across...
This episode of Living the Tao explores what really defines Taoism—not as rigid divine law, but as a flexible human...
Taoism is a living tradition rooted in ancient Chinese wisdom. From the Xia to the Tang dynasty, it evolved through...