Tao Te Ching
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How much Fenfshui works for one's life?
Fengshui really works, but it is like practicing Qigong, one needs to follow the "correct" guidelines.
Over the past many years, I only did Fengshui consultation on the side, and people found me by word-of-mouth. I mostly helped people to rent or sell their houses or make new arrangements when people moved into new houses.
I did not want to go into the Fengshui field at that time, since Fengshui "masters" in China and Hongkong, like Qigong Masters now, are mixed with real and not that real energies, thus the reputation of Fengshui masters is not that great anymore. Then one day a school teacher's assistant came to me for health concerns: She has five kids and works for very little pay at a school. She also works as a house-keeper, scrubbing other's floor to feed her five kids, despite holding a M.A. degree. I found her wealth corner was simply empty and wasted. If Fengshui can help people like her who is struggling financially, then it would be worthwhile to provide tips and practices to increase their financial flow. I decided to start Fengshui workshops for the public, and following that decision, more and more people invited me to go to their houses and make Fengshui improvements.
The fact is that a person's financial situation is dependent upon the following: 30% from merit generated in the past (how much has been given out in the past), 40% from current investment (how much is given out currently) as well as one's financial decisions and responsibilities, and 30 % from Fengshui. So if a person makes the decision to practice Fengshui correctly, the energy will surely flow, but it would take the other 70% to make a huge change and increase one's fortune.
If one believes that a 100% reliance upon Fengshui alone can accomplish such huge changes, then that would lead to superstition and greed, which we should consciously avoid.
Mainly, Fengshui will of course benefit people who believe Fenghui works. It is like house plant: if it is placed in a wrong spot, without enough air and light, it is not going to grow healthily. We want to live in a space where the energy can support us and nurture us, helping us to grow financially and spiritually.
Dreams and Reality
One night before I went to sleep, I asked for clarity about something which would help with my decision-making. During that night, I had a clear dream which was so real and answered my question perfectly. I got up as usual and drove along the freeway to work. At one moment, I felt like I had fallen into a dream world: the cars were moving; the road was smooth; and I was in the flow of earthly life. I know one day, this scene would be in my dream land. The truth is that reality might be just a dream, but the dream can be actually reality.
If a person without a regular and persistent practice is driven by random thoughts all day, the dreams during the night can also be random and without much meaning, but for a student who is into deeper and sincere self-cultivation, dreams can be crystal clear and meaningful.
I have put dreams in six categories for spiritual cultivators:
1. Memory: Something happened in the past that is stored in consciousness which needs to be processed, and is mostly repetitive.
2. Message/prediction: This conveys an important message for the present or future times; in most cases an important messenger will appear in the dream.
3. Deception: Be mindful of bring tricked, for not all the figures in dreams are real.
4. Creditor: These are mostly nightmares such as being chased, or angry figures asking for debt repayment.
5. Test: This put the self-cultivator to a test, especially with a particular precept practice. For example, if a person is cultivating to refrain from becoming angry, the dream will serve as a test to see if the person would get angry in a particular scenario.
6. Accomplishment: This reveals the level of the practice and cultivation. For example, a student dreamed she could fly and saw a big, white lotus opening up, which means her cultivation has reached a higher level.
Dreams are clear indicators for cultivation, but too many dreams or too involved dreams can make one's energy too Yin, disturbing one's sounder and deeper sleep and affecting one's health condition.
Having no dreams or not remembering dreams at all can be an indication that the person's energy is too Yang, thereby missing important soul messages.
A balanced energy means that most of the time there are no dreams, but occasionally one will have an important message dream to guide one's practice.
Note: Yin/Yang are basic concepts of the Tao; they are two opposite polarities: Yin can be the Moon, female, dark, still, sensitivity, etc; while Yang can be the Sun, male, light, active, toughness, etc.
May you have soul-guided sweet dreams!
Reminder of Sunday Taoist Light Qigong level I workshop
Dear Participants,
Welcome to the new journey of the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual healing and recovery!
Thank you so much for signing up for Taoist Light Qigong Level I workshop. There are three classes, and I hope you can participate in them all.
In the first class on February 28 from 2-4 PM, we will introduce the history of this simple, unique yet profound practice. We are going to learn and practice the first three sections of Taoist Light Qigong:
• Work on Kidney/lower back Qi to build up our immunity and healthy foundation
• Cleanse and strengthen the digestive and restorative Qi channels
• Improve mental clarity, memory and concentration
In the second class on March 6th from 2-4 PM, we are going to learn the remaining two sections:
• Connect to inner self, remove the emotional blockages, and retain inner peace
• Receive energy directly from the universe and align ourselves to the wholeness
In the third class on March 13th from 2-4 PM, we are going to explain the meaning of the movements. In this particular form of Qigong, each individual will have different movements because people have different conditions and needs. That make this practice just right for each individual. A detailed booklet with complete information will be handed out at the third class.
Please dress comfortably and loosely when attending these classes; better not wear short pants, sandals, jewelry or perfume. If you need to make up a class which you might miss, you may contact me to arrange a private class.
I look forward to seeing you on this coming Sunday!
For the best of health & well-being,
Chiyan Wang
Taoist Light Qigong Instructor & Lineage Holder
(805)699-6688
www.TaoistLightqigong.com
Chinese Astrological Forecast for the Year of Monkey (2016)
After the past three years (snake, horse, and sheep) with much chaos and shifts, the monkey king is coming to smooth out the difficulties and bring much blessings. So overall, the year of monkey will be a wonderful, happy year!
How each the different signs will fare this year:
The Rat: This year is a fun and playful year; there is enough savings to enjoy. The Rat's word for this year is “harmony.”
The Ox: This year is a “turning around” year for the Ox. There will be many opportunities at work, while receiving good rewards and good results in relationships. The Ox's word for this year is “commit.”
The Tiger: This year is a big shift for the Tiger, with the dissolving of many old problems and the bringing of satisfaction from hard work. The Tiger's word for this year is “bravery.”
The Rabbit: This is a year of steady growth for work, but big progress in relationships. The Rabbit's word for this year is “safety.”
The Dragon: The Dragon has good timing, good location, and good relationships: This year will be a big growth year, which is about effort and giving, but all will be worthwhile. The single Dragon might have only short term intimate relationships. The word for the Dragon is “soaring.”
The Snake: This year is fun for the Snake, for they will get into beatification and enjoy more social life, with steady income and slow progress at work. But be careful about attractions from the opposite sex. The word for the Snake this year is “behave:)”
The Horse: This year for the Horse is to “let it be” without high expectations, a time to try something new. The word of this year for the Horse is “enjoy.”
The Sheep: This is an excellent year for the sheep after all the hard work last year, for great progress will be made at work and with relationships. The word of this year for the sheep is “miracle.”
The Monkey: Moving into the year of monkey, the Monkey will find it a tiring year with much responsibilities, so the monkey can choose to travel and learn new things. There will be many big changes for monkey, so the Monkey's word for this year is “retreat.”
The Rooster: Hold onto what you have and learn to be more patient, for the Rooster can have unexpected income. The Rooster's word for this year is “peace.”
The Dog: This year will mean more of a reliance on oneself rather than on others. The Dog will be more suitable at something low-key as one keeps studying new knowledge. The word is “await.”
The Pig: This year will be a smooth one for the Pig. With lots of support, the Pig can have big plans and realize great achievements. The word for the Pig this year is “steadfast.”
Wish you a healthy, happy, and prosperous year!
A Prayer for the Chinese New Year
A new year is coming to the world again,
All things change from old to new.
At the beginning of the year of Monkey,
I wish for:
Harmony in families,
Happiness in life and conscious acts to help others;
Stability in emotions and dignity in character;
Fulfillment at work and health in body and mind;
Improvement in cultivation and increase in wisdom;
Joy throughout the universe and peace on earth.
I pray for strength,
Allow us to progress on the way to enlightenment.
The new energy infuses the new year;
Allow us to start everything anew.
A new spirit infuses the new year;
Allow us to start everything anew.
Taoist Light Wellness Wish all A Happy New Year!
class schedule for next two months
1/28 Thur. 10-12:15pm Healer training 18 of 36
2/6 Sat. 1:30-4:30pm Instructor training 21 of 33
2/11 Thur. 10-12:15pm Healer training 19 of 36
2/21 Sun. 2-3:30pm Group practice
2/25 Thur. Healer group field trip 20 of 36
2/27 Sat. 1:30-4:30pm Instructor training 22 of 33
2/28 Sun. 2-4pm New Taoist Light Qigong level I class 1 of 3
3/5 Sat. 1:30-4:30 Instructor training 23 of 33
3/6 Sun. 2-4pm New Taoist Light Qigong level I class 2 of 3
3/10 Thur. 10-12:15pm Healer training 21 of 36
3/13 Sun. 2-4pm New Taoist Light Qigong level I class 3 of 3 (completion)
3/19 Sat. 1:30-4:30pm Instructor training 24 of 33
3/24 Thur. 10-12:15pm Healer training 22 of 36
Welcome!
Please join us for tea, hors d'oeuvres, and new year prayers; your family and friends are welcome too. Please RSVP if you can, thank you.
I look forward to seeing you on Chinese New Year's Eve!
Health, Peace, and Prosperity!
Chiyan