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The Tao of Self-Pity and Acceptance

Demystifying Self-Pity “One of the most damaging emotions is ‘self-pity’” I recently published this quote on Twitter and because of the interest and comments it generated I thought it merited further exploration… The emotional energy associated with self-pity is one of the most destructive … Continue reading

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The Tao of Perfection…

As with everything in nature we are already perfect. It is therefore a misunderstanding to seek perfection.   This is another blog in the series of my thoughts and experiences gained from my therapy practice which highlights emotional “avoidance” techniques: … Continue reading

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The Tao of Possession

Recently, when pondering the seemingly insatiable desire for ‘control’, ‘possession’ and ‘security’ within our Western society, I came across these words in the second verse of the Tao Te Ching which I thought where very apt: Life begins without words … Continue reading

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The Tao of Excuses…

The national press recently reported a story of a man who was caught driving his horse and cart through red lights and the wrong way up a one-way street – the man told police it happened because his horse was … Continue reading

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‘The Law of Attraction’ or ‘The Secret’ – A Taoist Perspective (Part 4)

Following on from the three key steps relating to the ‘Law of Attraction’ that I discussed in my earlier posts, I would like to add some further thoughts to help answer the common question “how do we live in abundance … Continue reading

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‘The Law of Attraction’ or ‘The Secret’ – A Taoist Perspective (Part 3)

So, ‘BELIEVING’…. Believing and trusting that it is truly possible to live in abundance is fundamental to breaking out of the ‘Ego circle’ and allowing positive Qi to be attracted towards us and our lives.  It is a misunderstanding to … Continue reading

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‘The Law of Attraction’ or ‘The Secret’ – A Taoist Perspective (Part 2)

Following on from part 1 below: So, ‘ASKING’…it is not as simple as it seems! When I am teaching the Taoist principle of ‘attraction’ and ‘alignment’ people can often misunderstand its fundamental message; they will say to me “I have … Continue reading

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‘The Law of Attraction’ or ‘The Secret’ – A Taoist Perspective (Part 1)

The phenomenon of the ‘law of attraction’ (also referred to as ‘The Secret’) swept through the States about 5 or 6 years ago and now seems to be having the same effect in the UK. I have had many emails … Continue reading

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Emotional ‘Medals of Honour’

A few years ago I had a telephone enquiry from a gentleman who had strained his back whilst working on his allotment. It sounded a straightforward case, so after a brief chat on the telephone we made an appointment for … Continue reading

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Search for the authentic self

One of the most common e-mail enquiries I get asks, “how do we know or recognise our true authentic self?” This can seem a difficult and confusing conundrum, especially if you’re not in a balanced emotional state when contemplating this … Continue reading

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