In Part Two of our Taoist sexuality series, focusing on woman’s body’s and yin principles, I speak with the Senior Woman’s Instructor at Tao Garden, Gillian Reid.
Gillian shares her insights on yin and yang energy, self-love, and intimacy. Beginning each day with gratitude and stretching, she highlights the importance of focusing on the heart and finding balance in one's daily activities. She also discusses how to harness one's energy using principles of Taoism, including the microcosmic orbit and the jade egg practice. Reid shares the ways in which Taoism views the use of psychedelics and sexual fantasy, emphasizing the principle of cultivating and conserving one's own energy. Reid imparts valuable wisdom on embracing and working with contrasting energies in relationships and personal experiences. She also announces her upcoming online workshop aimed at women who want to learn more about these practices.
Gillian Reid is trained in Tai Chi under Master Franco Mescola, with significant contributions to the Tai Chi Research Centre and Metodo Biospirali. Her journey in internal arts like Qigong, Taijiquan, and various martial forms has been transformative, guiding her to help others achieve health and spiritual growth. Trained by Grandmaster Mantak Chia, she has become a Senior Instructor and Holistic Operator of the Universal Healing Tao System. Gillian also serves as the Italian Coordinator and Organizer for the Tao Garden community.
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Timestamps:
- (06:58) Understanding the Taoist Approach to Energy
- (08:28) Exploring Personal Energy and Work-Life Balance
- (10:28) Journey into Tai Chi and Spiritual Growth
- (14:28) Influence of Master Franco Mascala and Biospirals
- (25:42) Understanding Yin and Yang in Modern Context
- (39:14) Understanding the Microcosmic Orbit
- (40:02) The Benefits of Jade Egg Practice
- (42:20) The Impact of Kersai Massage
- (45:02) Yin and Yang in Relationships
- (49:27) The Role of Daily Practice and the Taoist Perspective on Psychedelics
- (55:16) Exploring Sexual Fantasy and BDSM in Taoism
- (58:39) The Importance of Cultivating Energy and the Future of Taoist Practices
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