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The Daoist Outlook・043

Jun 20, 2025

The Horse Moon Wanes


   Here it is, this is the summit we've been waiting for. This is likened to that brief moment of zero-G before gravity takes over and pulls you back down to the ground. You've worked hard all through launch, and now that you're finally up in the air, why not let yourself enjoy the view for a second?

   As for the poetry of the moment, this is your chance to consider your time and tempo. The year's Yang is officially finished, any drive to push beyond this point is the natural result of cultural conditioning. Let yourself rest now. While the rest of the West is starting to ramp up their Summer madness, us lunar lovers are already looking for the return flight home. Don't get caught up in the melee of modern living. Hot Summers make for long, cold Winters. It's only natural. The higher the peak the deeper the pit.  

✧ How to Celebrate the Solstice ✧

Throw a Party: Enjoy yourself. You've earned it!
Get Festive: Spend time with friends and family!
Share the Fun: Invite your neighbors to the party!
Get to Bed: Work hard, play hard, sleep deep.

Summer in the City


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.
・Medicinal Principles: A quick glance into Shifu's clinical practice.
・Story Time: The fisherman, the soldiers, and the Dragon Pearl.

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