On the podcast today, we travel beyond the system of tonic herbalism through the gateway of philosophy to explore the revered wisdom teachings that underpin Taoism: A nature-based way of living that ultimately seeks to cultivate harmony within the mind and body.

Many people desire a sense of harmony to be resolved within their life and restored within themselves. But how do we bring ourselves back to centre when the Ying and The Yang are out of balance? Today, Mason delves into the Taoist teachings of The Six Thieves (the eyes, ears, nose, tongue, body, and mind), The Seven emotions, Seven Injuries, and Ten Weaknesses; Teachings laid out by the Immortals to support the intention of harmony and guide us out of excessiveness. Mason discusses the beautiful anchorage of a foundational Yin/Yang lifestyle, when cravings and desires lead to excess, how a healthy flowing liver and strong heart will keep us out of excessiveness, and why women and men are most centred when following the rhythms of the moon and Qi cycles.

Mason discusses:

-What are The Six Thieves?

-The Seven Emotions and Injuries.

-What are The Ten Weaknesses?

-How the Six Thieves steal our Jing/Qi/Shen.

-Why the 24 hour Qi cycle is essential for men.

-The Yin Yang foundation of a woman's moon cycle.

-Why we thrive with a Yin/Yang foundational lifestyle.

-Moving from cravings/desires to intention/perception.

-The relationships between the seven emotions seven injuries.

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