-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-
Learn a simple, powerful way to invoke love through the Tao. This beginner-friendly guide offers a clear invocation, explains how...
Transcribed: Taoist Master Mikel Steenrod explains how the practice of invocation and keeping quiet about your spiritual experiences can help...
I’m going to reveal the single most important Taoist invocation. If you do no other invocation than this one, your...
Taoist Shrines and Temples
Small Taoist shrines serve as versatile spiritual hubs, hosting rituals like daily offerings, meditation, ancestor worship, and seasonal festivals. These...
Discover the tradition of personal Taoist altars, from ancient symbolism to creating your sacred space at home. This guide explores...
Discover the profound symbolism behind offerings at Taoist shrines, from incense and fruits to talismans and healing herbs. Each offering...
-Living as a Taoist-
For centuries, the humble gourd has served as a sacred vessel in Taoist lay practice. From protective talismans to symbols...
In Taoist tradition, leaving chimes at sacred sites is a quiet offering of harmony and protection. Common in temples and...
You don’t have to be a monk to embrace Taoist wisdom! This guide explores sacred sites traditionally visited by lay...
-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-
Qi is the vital energy flowing through all life, while Qi Gong is the Taoist practice of cultivating it. Explore...
In Taoism, incense is more than scent—it's a bridge between the practitioner and the divine. Discover how incense is used...
In Episode 3 of Living the Tao, Master Mikel Steenrod explores how action reveals identity. Discover the Four Spheres—Social, Martial,...
-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...