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Taoism and the Yin Yang
The Yin Yang is perhaps the equivalent of Christianity's Cross in important symbolism to Taoism.
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What is Yin and Yang?
What is the origin and meaning of this ancient symbol? Does the Taoist concept of Yin/Yang differ from the Buddhist concept?
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Buddhism and Daoism, Yin & Yang
Over the course of 3000 years, Buddhism has greatly influenced the evolution of Daoism and vice-versa, yet the two faiths remain distinctly independent from each other.
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What is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is gaining acceptance as an adjunct treatment for a variety of chronic health conditions. This overview introduces readers to this ancient Chinese practice.
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Yin Versus Yang Yoga
A yin yoga practice is a powerful tool for cultivating a calm center in our lives. It's also a great complement to a yang, workout-based asana practice.
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Yin Yang Space Designing
Knowing the effects of yin and yang in different parts of your home goes a long way when choosing design features.
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Free Chart From StitchCraftDesigns
I recently asked visitors to the site to recommend or submit their own sites that offer unique cross-stitch designs.
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Yin and Yang and You
What are Yin and Yang and how do they affect you? Learn about the origins and uses of Taoist beliefs.
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Acupuncture Effective in Dogs
Acupuncture, the insertion of thin needles into various points on the body, may significantly restore or maintain the mind, body, and spirit balance in your dog.
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I Ching: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Man
Tap into the constantly changing energies of the universe with this ancient Chinese oracle.
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Osteoporosis and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Recent osteoporosis study of Yin Yang Huo, an herb long used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to treat muscloskeletal problems, showed improved Bone Mineral Density (BMD).
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Taoism in the Western World
Faced with the daily stress of a consumer-driven economy and 60-hour work week, many busy Americans find solace in the Chinese philosophy Taoism. Is Taoism right for you?
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The Trigrams of the I Ching
The I Ching is a Chinese Holy Book that outlines the cycles of life, and the ethics of how to live. It is derived from eight trigrams that describe the natural world.
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What is T'ai Chi?
Practiced in China for centuries, T'ai Chi is a martial art form that uses slow movements to connect mind and body.
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Balance Your Life
Achieving balance in life is almost as important as breath. Yin and Yang or light and dark, both sides need to be present to live a full life.
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Add Oriental Touches to Your Home
Heavy or light oriental features can give a mysterious yet vitalizing air to your winter home.
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Feng Shui Colors
Feng Shui Decorators believe harmony and balance is established in feng shui interior design with correct color combinations.
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Five Element Acupuncture Primer
What are the "Five Elements" of Acupuncture? How does 5 Element Acupuncture Work and what is the Causitive Factor of Disease?
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Freemasonary and the Bible
Many Christian leaders in churches are also Freemasons. Therefore is it possible to determine whether the rituals practises endorsed are consistent with Christianity?
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The Chinese Moon Festival
On the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month, the Chinese celebrate the Moon Festival.
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The Illusory and Elusive Black Plant
We see it in our mind's eye as the color of fertile black earth -but rarely do we see it growing out of that earth. We have plenty of "near blacks," but few true blacks.
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Magical Properties of Crystals
Crystals and gemstones can be used for a variety of magical purposes. Learn how to use gemstones in the quartz family to enhance magical rituals.
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When Real Life Sticks Her Tail in Your Face
A look at virtual pets and real life pets
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Medical Qigong, Chinese Medicine Without Needles
Medical Qigong Therapy is an effective branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine that doesn't rely on the use of needles.
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What is the Shanghai Cooperation Organization?
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization as an example of the psychic law of compensation.
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Constitutional Typing for Better Health
One of the oldest philosophies of health maintenance is that of constitutional typing: a person's diet should conform to his or her underlying temperament and biology.
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A Tradition of Soup by Teresa Chen
Teresa Chen's new book presents classic Cantonese soup recipes supported by in-depth discussions of Chinese soup history, health benefits, ingredients, and techniques.
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Celebrating the Autumnal Equinox
No matter who you are or where your people came from, everyone's ancestors had magical ways of honoring the autumnal equinox, when the day and night are of equal length.
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Feds Claim Enzyte Stiffs Customers
The makers of the herbal supplement have been involved in legal struggles for 4 years. Now a federal court has found that owner Warshak lied to customers.
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Feng Shui Can Help with Family Dynamics
You can help family members by making simple adjustments in different areas of your home.
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Food as Medicine
There is a saying in Chinese medicine that, "The superior doctor first tries to cure disease with food and if that fails only then should other means be used". For this reason TCM doctors always ask about the eating habits of their patients, regardless of their complaint.
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Hangul
History of Korean alphabet, <i>hangul</i>
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Horny Goat Weed as an Aphrodisiac
Research shows that horny goat weed, a purportedly aphrodisiac herbal remedy, has a mode of action similar to sildenafil (Viagra), but may have fewer side effects.
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Lessons from Coloring Mandalas
In this article, the reader will be introduced to Mandalas and the powerful use of this ancient art in meditation and creativity in their personal life.
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2007 NBA New York Knicks Playoffs
Advice for NBA teams to improve their respective teams as the 2007 trade deadline nears, covering all 30 teams, from worst to first. This installment: New York Knicks
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Photos of a Master
Master photographer, Freeman Patterson, is highly-acclaimed and praised for his rich colour and technical skill in nature images.
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Religion in the Martial Arts
In the West, many religious fanatics preach that the martial arts are a pagan practice that forces heathen beliefs on its students. They use this ignorant belief to argue that the arts should not be studied by the righteous. Others have countered by starting clubs that teach "Christian martial arts" -- organizations that make it safe for students to learn the arts without fear of being corrupted by blasphemy. Both groups show their ignorance that arises from an ignorance of what religion means in Asian culture.
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T'ai Chi Ch'uan "The Dance of Life"
T'ai Chi Chuan The Dance of Life, is a short introduction to the practice, principles and benefits of T'ai Chi Ch'uan , Yang Style. A dance for wellness, longevity and spiritual fitness.
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TCM and Stress
The stress of living in our fast-paced, highly competitive and rapidly changing world, is increasingly taking its toll on us and many we know. Read on to discover how TCM can help to restore physical and emotional balance to your body.
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The Jung and the Restless
Accused of lapsing into mysticism and the occult, in retrospect Jung's theories are far more grounded in reality than Freud's.
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Uneon Entertainment-One of Music's New Breed
Uneon Entertainment is one of music's new breed of independent artists/entrepreneurs. With an internet radio station and a unique,socially conscious mission, founders Mali Wood and Bryant Johnson are indicative of popular music's DIY ethic.
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What IS Holistic Therapy?
Explore the importance of balanced healing - body, mind, emotions and spirit.
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What is Paganism
A look at the foundation of Pagan Religions
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What to Expect at Your First Acupuncture Visit
Acupuncture is mysterious to many of us, but it need not be. Generally painless, this ancient healing technique is effective for treating a variety of maladies.
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Yoga Tattoos, a New Form of Tribal Tattoo
Yoga has many inking their skin to commemorate their practice or their toned body, thus combining the mental and physical aspects of their practice and beliefs.
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Energy and Perception Series Part 3 Negativity
A look at the role negativity plays in spiritual growth.
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The Number Three...
Have you ever considered the implications of the number three to humankind--aside from folklore, that is? You may find some surprises in this fine article by my guest author, Herb O. Buckland.
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Another Look at the Wiccan Core Beliefs
A more in-depth look at the Wiccan Core Beliefs listed in my "What is Wicca" article, including points on how they relate to my personal practices of Wicca
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Ruskin and the Archetypes
This article briefly explores Ruskin's use of archetypal imagery in 'The King of the Golden River.'
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Discordianism and Thelema
Are Discodianism and Thelema representative of emerging consensus belief in the 21st Century?
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