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The Daoist Outlook・041

Jun 06, 2025

 


Waxing Water Horse Moon


   This is the big peak. As we rapidly approach the summit of the Snake, this is where we get to pump the gas one last time to get us over the final hump. Be sure to savor that little instant of air time before G-force sets in and pulls you back down to the dark pit of Winter. 

   As for the poetry of the moment, this is the time to knock out your needs and necessities. Emotions are a luxury in a cold world of bottom lines, don't get stuck in the cement of sentiment. You can feel feelings and lick wounds in the Fall, but for now, "Buck up, and get er' done!" Stay laser focused and hold firm discernment. You only get one turbo boost per year, and this is it!

✧ Learning to Speak Horse ✧

"Put a Jacket on!" It's their way of saying they care.
"Wash your Hands!" They don't want you to get sick.
"Don't Wear That!" Maybe they know something you don't.
"What's with that Face?"
Vibe check. Are you alright?
"Did you Eat?" The closest you'll get to "I Love You."

Sorry not Sorry


Contents

・Shifu Says: A brief word from our head teacher, Shifu David Wei.
・Happy Birthday Shimu : A segment dedicated to our backbone!
・The Daoist Calendar:
Special holidays and how to observe them.
・Deep Steeps: Shifu sits down with Feng Shui expert, Manu Butterworth.
・This is How to Brew It: Brewing instructions for our tea of the month!

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