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The Daoist Outlook・039

May 23, 2025

New Horse Moon


   As we round the peak of summer it's funny to think that the Snake Year is already halfway through. If there ever was a moment to be seized, then this is it. The Horse moon is your chance to wrap things up and complete them with definitive resolve. After this phase, it'll be more about packing up and heading home for a modest meal and some humble hibernation.

   As for the poetry of the moment, this moon allows for an interesting view. Of course we have horse power, which is all about velocity and drive - but a water horse is old, patient, and wise. It's about power, not force. Utilize your bones and breath and use less of your muscles and sweat. Leverage is all about position, not pressure. So yes, wrap it up, just don't force your finish. You want to be cool - like am black stalion with roller skates on. Ya dig?

✧ The Sprint to Solstice ✧

Know your Job: What's the top priority right now?
Know your Role: 
No one can do it all by themselves.
Know your Tools: Keep a sharp knife and a steady hand.
Know your Self: It's ok to slow down, just don't stop.
Get it Done: Your loved ones are waiting.

It's Go Time!

Contents


・Shifu Says: A brief word from our head teacher, Shifu David Wei.
・Dao Gong Immersion: We've re-released a classic! Check it out!
・The Daoist Calendar:
Special holidays and how to observe them.
・Along the Way: Tale of two Daoist brothers and their angry master.
・Deep Steeps:  An old interview w/ Grand Master Chris Matsuo


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