“Parcere subjectis and debellare superbos “ In classical Taoism, it is often referred to the “One”, to this return recommended in Chapter 40 of the Dao De Jing . The return to the Oneness requires a specific work that is diversified and falsely progressive. We … Continue readingThe entrance of Heaven has two doors to Hell
Personal practice allows several things: it allows you to focus and develop listening by reducing the noise of our body and mind. Thus, we can reach different listening levels based on our commitment with the Practice. One of the first manifestation of daily training is … Continue readingEmbracing the Infinite
It is intriguing to see that often people practice, even seriously, without being able to define what is “the Way.” It is possible to describe the Way by taking examples of achievements made by “advanced” students or by listing some selected exercises… but is it … Continue readingThe path of practice or “the usefulness of the practice of the Way”
There is a danger in practice, a normal phenomenon, but one that is a source of wasted time. If our Way allows us to develop our body, our mind and our general circulation, it also develops the Ego. This swelling of our Ego will cause … Continue readingThe devil’s greatest ruse
All the concepts developed here come from Taoism. To facilitate the understanding of this text, these concepts will be explained in modern language without Chinese terms, or so little… In our view, the universe operates according to three spheres: Earth, Man, Heaven (Sky). This worldview … Continue readingBody, Energy, Emotion
Between the internet, the dvds, the vcds, most of the key information about the internal arts are almost public domain. If we are smart enough and if we are sufficiently investigative, there is no practice that can remain hidden. In a world where information is … Continue readingThe role of the Master
It is important to understand that the coordination we are interested in is the one of a total union for a global movement. To do this, we will dissociate all the parts of the body to be able to unite them later. In this dissection … Continue readingDeveloping Coordination for a united body
Teaching is a bit like wasting one’s breath or giving a public lecture, therefore the possibility that someone perceives you are slim. It is not out of malice or lack of interest that the student does not listen, since in general it is his own … Continue readingPissing into the wind
It is ironic to see all the information you need to perform a serious practice, and the large number of Taoist texts on the accumulation of knowledge.In fact, for the student of a Way that incites to live fully the human condition, it is often … Continue readingI think, but I practice
Sometimes, in discussions, we happen to talk about the frequencies of one’s practice. Regarding the Chinese internal arts, of Taoist inspiration or not, if the practice is not a daily one, then there is no practice. This may seem an exaggeration, but it is a … Continue readingThe frequencies of practice
It is rare to dare to enter a Way, but it is even more rare to be able to stay on it. The awareness that comes from the beginning of a practice can not be forgotten. Anyone who starts a search can not forget it. … Continue readingOne the Way, dragging one’s feet
Here are some simple concepts to go towards a pursuit of happiness. These concepts take into account both modern research and ancient writings. Getting enough sleep regulates the mood A sleep study of 7 years (Watson 2000-2007) shows that whatever our misfortunes, restful sleep … Continue readingConsciously Happy
When progressing in one’s practice, it is often difficult to see what is happening. The teacher is there, but it is helpful to understand a few things. “A practice without concept evolves blindly, but concepts without practice are sterile” (A. Einstein) You should see several … Continue readingThe degrees of simplicity
To understand the purpose of this discussion, it is worth remembering a few simple concepts of Taoist metaphysics. Yang, volatile and intangible, can only remain stable in a manifestation (like a human) if the yin and structural materials is proportionally present: basically, I can only … Continue readingThe form of the substance
Prévert was right. The spiritual path has only one purpose: to find true happiness in the discovery of our nature and in harmony with our world. Happiness can only come from within these voids filled by a continuous and complete introspection. We need to explore … Continue readingWe must try to be happy, if only to lead by example
To facilitate the functioning of our body, the assimilation of food is important. It is a significant source of fatigue and our daily energy depends on a well functioning digestion. In Chinese Medicine, the Three Furnaces – 三 膲 – (San Jiao) describe the functioning … Continue readingTaoist Nutrition – Eating Consciously
Because in May it is possible “to do as we please” (from the french: “En mai fais ce qu’il te plait”), it is not a reason to mess around.You sometimes have to put some pieces back in the correct order so that you can go … Continue readingConfusion sources
There is areal need to be aware of our responsibilities in our lives, to not blame others and to project our weaknesses away from our fragile ego. We live in a comfort that can sometimes make us forget the realities of the world. Most people … Continue readingStanding and Responsible: Upright between Heaven and Earth
How many times in my life will I say “I did not mean it?”It is perfectly forgivable for a 7 years old, a little less for a 20 years old and after 25, it requires questioning.Why do I do things I did not want to … Continue readingImperfect but Conscious
All right, hang on … The functioning of our physiology facet has a yin facet and a yang facet: the structure and the function. The same goes for our functioning in life, for our actions and our mind. There is a big difference between what … Continue readingBeing the “Act” without losing the “Have”
In all traditional martial arts we have the idea of predefined choreographed movements that often symbolize some kind of shadow boxing. Except for a few sword styles and some rarer styles, forms are a solo practice which aims at refining one’s technique and getting a … Continue readingTraining forms
The Tradition spreads with strength essential information for our personal evolution: this information is distilled with wisdom by the Professor and perceived by our mind, exchanged within the School. If information is inestimable, if exchange is essential for a just evolution, it is the clarity … Continue readingThe Master is unecessary!
It is important, in a personal journey, not to get lost in the teaching’s technicality and to know how to keep our real goals in sight. Whatever the Way, it offers progression techniques for a successful evolution: it is possible to end up perfecting the … Continue readingLost in the Fields
Let’s see the details that will allow to develop maximum impact. We’re talking here about “obvious” power, the raw force of a rear fist hitting linearly, from the back to the front. It is important not to confuse the force of impact with physical force. … Continue readingPunch!
In the primitive times of the development of mankind, humans had to struggle to survive. Every day, to eat and live, men were challenging death. The confrontation with the possibility of dying was as present as life itself. We have not changed that much: our … Continue readingAdrenaline: assistance to a person in danger
I mean the choregraphed form, composed of several techniques aped to strike the wind. I was fortunate enough to meet many talented practitioners and masters in martial arts, they shared with me some forms and exercises that I still practice today.After all this time, I … Continue readingForms are useless
Offensive Jing Repelling“Repelling” is an offensive Jing that is very aggressive, even in defense. The idea is to keep a protection zone in front of us, a circular area like a balloon in which we don’t let any force penetrate. This is the area which … Continue readingThe different Jing (explosion of force)
It is sometimes justified to question ourselves about the pertinence of a spiritual practice: indeed this work turns our inside world upside down and can bring suffering to liberate us from our sick mechanisms. All those who have started a real research on how the … Continue readingHappy idiot
For those who have a regular, sometimes really important, rooted in their everyday life, practice, you need to know today that you are responsible for much more than you think. It is hard to know what will happen in our life, our travels and our … Continue readingThe summer days
Zhang style Ba Gua Zhang is the evolution of a master Xing Yi Quan master to Ba Gua Zhang. Already an expert in Hebei Xing Yi, it is said that Zhang Zhao Dong combined the Fa-Jins of Xing Yi and Ba Gua. Actually, he rather … Continue readingThe Ba Gua Zhang of Zhang Zhao Dong