Full Goat Moon

   When touring Europe to teach, Shifu once stayed on a barn yard retreat in the rural outskirts of the Czech Republic. The farm wasn't big, they only had a few horses and a handfull of goats, but what Shifu found most interesting was the little shed that the goats slept in - the inside of the hut was covered in mirrors. This gave the goats the comfort of a larger group, which helped them to stress less, sleep better, and produce more milk. 

   As for the poetry of the moment, think like a goat. This isn't the time to be running solo. We all need some solidarity this season. If you think that you'd be better off on your own, you're wrong. Humans need humans. The folly of our current era is to think we can do everything by ourselves. The reality is that no one is an island unto themselves - we all need each other to get by.
   Keeping this in mind, this is the time to invest in your friends. Reach out, touch bases, share a meal and hash out your differences for sake of mutual growth and support. It's just like the very first analect of Confucius, "Isn't it great to see an old friend from afar and practice what we know?"

✧ The First of Two Moons ✧
Get with a Group: Your vibe attracts your tribe.
Get Involved: Add some value to the collective.
Get Grounded: Test your ideas, find your flaws.
Get Going: You're way more productive together.
Get Ahead: Take advantage of the extra hands.

Diamonds Cut Diamonds

Contents

・Shifu Says: A brief word from our head teacher, Shifu David Wei.
・Things are Moving: We've got some big projects on the horizon!
・The Daoist Calendar: Special holidays and how to observe them.
・Learning Courtesy: Hijinks and harmony of Gretchen and Grace.
・Tea Drunk: Astrology and tea with Shifu and Seanan. 

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