Returning to the Source: Daoist Meditations for Rediscovering the Sacred in Everyday Life
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Shambhala Publications
Pages: 176
Size: 5 in x 8 in
ISBN: 9781645475088
Book description
Experience the profound benefits of meditative practices from the Daoist tradition. This practical guide by a renowned teacher offers more than 32 guided practices to support emotional balance, enhance qi (vital energy), and cultivate a sense of groundedness and inner peace.
Unlike conventional meditation approaches, practices drawn from Daoism and qigong incorporate both stillness and movement, offering a complete system for holistic well-being of body and mind. Daoist meditation teacher Solala Towler offers 32 practices with a unique blend of ancient wisdom and practical application, including Daoist energy practices, qigong, breathing techniques, and visualization methods that promote healing, vitality, and spiritual awareness. Perfect for both beginners and experienced practitioners, this guide helps you integrate meditative awareness into every aspect of life while maintaining balance between stillness and activity.
Whether you’re seeking stress relief, emotional balance, or spiritual growth, these essential Daoist meditation practices—including the Small Heavenly Orbit, Internal Alchemy, and Sacred Space creation, among many others—will allow you to access deeper states of awareness while cultivating vital energy.
Praise for the book
Michael Winn
“In simple, poetic strokes, Solala Towler captures the wisdom and key principles of Daoism cultivated over 5000 years. He offers a Way open to anyone, in a book that will satisfy both beginners and sages.”
Gregory Ripley
“Solala Towler’s Returning to the Source is a comprehensive collection of meditations inspired by his decades of study, practice, and teaching. Solala has a gift for making these practices down to earth and approachable, and this book is no exception. An excellent resource whether you’re new to these practices or are simply looking for new inspiration.”
Roger Jahnke
“Everything that Solala Towler writes is thoughtful and deep because he is thoughtful and deep. We are all called to cultivate this deepening. Solala’s writing provides excellent support!”
