Relaxing into Your Being - TAO Meditation

Most of what people know about Taoism comes from philosophical texts such as the I-Ching or the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tse. However, outside China virtually nothing is known of Lao Tse's living tradition of Taoism. Bruce Frantzis wrote The Water Method of Taoist Meditation Series so that this tradition, known as the Water Method, might reach a wider audience in the West.

Two Branches of Taoism

Most people are unaware that there are two main branches of living Taoism, the original Water Method, which is about 2500 years old, and the Neo-Taoist Fire Method from about 1000 years ago. Most books on Taoism available in the West are from the Fire tradition.

The Water Method

Unlike the Fire Method, the Water Method emphasizes effort without force, softness and flow. These are the characteristics of water. This meditation method does not require belief or disbelief in God. The entry point is the body rather than any beliefs or intellectual process.

Taoist Breathing Lessons

In the book you will find 'how to' sections, including lessons on Taoist breathing, and fascinating stories about Bruce's experiences studying with Taoist Lineage Master, Liu Hung Chieh in Beijing, China.

Demystifies Taoism

Relaxing into Your Being demystifies the metaphors and obscure language that surrounds the living tradition of Taoism. The little known practices of the Taoist Water Method are explained in a down-to-earth way. This book is relevant not only anyone interested in meditation but also to anyone who wants to find out how to lessen stress, calm the mind and rediscover deeper levels of inner peace.

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208 pages
Dimensions 9x6
ISBN 1-55643-407-3 Book Store Edition
Energy Arts/North Atlantic Books
Copyright B K. Frantzis, 1998, 2001

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