Week 2, Lesson 5: Live Long & Live Well With Master Gu

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Find Stillness & Serenity—Even In Life’s Storms!

The Simplest, Most Adaptable Form Of Meditation

Standing meditation is the easiest and most versatile form of meditation.

Unlike other forms, it doesn’t require a special cushion, chair, or setting…

Whether you’re stretching in the morning, taking a break during your workday, or even standing on a busy side walk…

Standing meditation allows you to center yourself anywhere, anytime.

But standing meditation isn’t just about convenience. It embodies a core Taoist principle: adaptability.

In Taoism, true tranquility is found within, not in controlling or perfecting your surroundings.

Through standing meditation, you can find stillness in the midst of life’s chaos—whether it’s the rush of a crowded street or the disruption of a sudden storm.

Instead of resisting these moments, Taoist philosophy encourages us to embrace them.

Take a rainy afternoon, for example. While many see rain as an inconvenience, Taoists see it as a reminder of life’s beauty.

The Simplest, Most Adaptable Form Of Meditation

Standing meditation is the easiest and most versatile form of meditation.

Unlike other forms, it doesn’t require a special cushion, chair, or setting…

Whether you’re stretching in the morning, taking a break during your workday, or even standing on a busy side walk…

Standing meditation allows you to center yourself anywhere, anytime.

But standing meditation isn’t just about convenience. It embodies a core Taoist principle: adaptability.

In Taoism, true tranquility is found within, not in controlling or perfecting your surroundings.

Through standing meditation, you can find stillness in the midst of life’s chaos—whether it’s the rush of a crowded street or the disruption of a sudden storm.

Instead of resisting these moments, Taoist philosophy encourages us to embrace them.

Take a rainy afternoon, for example. While many see rain as an inconvenience, Taoists see it as a reminder of life’s beauty.

Benefits Of Meditating In The Rain

Feel Connected To Nature

The sound of raindrops creates a calming, soothing backdrop to meditation that reminds us of the natural world, even in the middle of a busy city.

Renew Your Energy

Rain mirrors the circulation of our Qi (life energy,) rising up the back and cascading down the front, nurturing the dantian—our energy center—like rain nourishing crops.

Build Resilience

Meditating in the rain teaches you to embrace imperfection and adapt to life’s changes. Instead of waiting for the “perfect” moment, you learn to find peace right where you are.

We invite you to ‘Do the Dao Now’

Focus on small, simple steps to explore these ideas in your own life

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#1: Practice

The next time it rains, try standing meditation outdoors. Let the sound and sensation of the rain guide you into a calm, centered state.

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#2: Explore

Look for other spontaneous ways to meditate in your environment. Could a cool breeze, the warmth of the sun, or even the rustle of leaves inspire your practice?

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#3: Reframe

Reflect on the unique value in things often seen as “bad,” like storms. How can embracing them deepen your connection to the present moment? Shifting your perspective transforms not just the rain, but every challenge into an opportunity for growth.

Looking for a longer guided meditation? Try George’s 10-minute session here!

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