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The Daoist Outlook・030

Mar 21, 2025

Rabbit Moon Wanes

   We're not out of the woods just yet. The lucky rabbit may have evaded the terrestrial threat of the tiger, but she may very well run right into the jaws of a Dragon. The next two moons are considered the most potent of the twelve zodiac archetypes - all the other moons are just a response to this third and fourth phase. We are now launching from Spring's potential into Summer's productivity. This is where yang takes its turn. Ready or not, here we go!

   In addition to all this amazing astrology, we also get to celebrate Shifu for his 45th birthday! Our favorite young elder completes his latest lap around the sun on Monday, the 24th. In case you didn't know, this last Dragon year really took a heavy toll on our teacher and his family. If you've been out of the loop, this would be a great time to check in and show some love.
   Traditionally, there are four times a year that a serious student should feel obligated to honor their Shifu - and birthdays are one of them (extra credit if you know the other three - email your answers here). Fortunately for us, our Shifu isn't very hard to please. If you're not sure what to get him, just train. Train so hard that he can't help but notice you. It's the easiest way to put a smile on his face. Not only will he be proud of your progress, but you'll be the one that gets all the perks from practice in return. It's a win-win!

✧ Giving the Perfect Gift ✧

Be Thoughtful: Good gifts are from one heart to another.
Just Practice: Nothing to offer? Give your sweat and effort!
Bring Friends: If you can find value, maybe they will too!
Get Serious: Consider teaching. Create the gift of legacy.
Be Mindful of Time: Don't make Shifu more busy.

Happy Birthday Shifu!!!

Contents

・Shifu Says: A brief word from our head teacher, Shifu David Wei.
・Student of the Month: Maybe it's YOU! What did you do to earn it?
・The Daoist Calendar: Special holidays and how to observe them.
・Tea Drunk: Your monthly full moon discourse with Shifu and Seanan.
・Skeletal Mapping: An in depth chat with Taiji Master, Steven Seto.

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