The modern world pushes us to react immediately, yet true progress often requires silence and reflection. By studying the river’s patience, we can find our own rhythm, recognizing that wisdom lies not in relentless action but in thoughtful pause and aligned effort.
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Pushing Upward, Gently: A Long Walk with I-Ching
Find balance in progress, trusting patience and persistence over urgent performance.
A quiet morning with tea and the I Ching becomes a lesson in Xíng—Pushing Upward: progress that grows like a tree, bending around obstacles instead of colliding with them. Drawing on Brian Walker’s reading and the changing lines, the essay explores humility, goodwill, moral alignment, and steady focus on the task at hand, offering a modern practice guide for advancing without ego, urgency, or force—only proportion, patience, and clean intention.
Becoming an Embracer of Life
Living inside structured systems has steadied me and sharpened my focus. Expectation, however, slips in quietly, subtly stiffening the swing of preparation and demanding returns. This morning, in Wing Chun, an uneven edge in the pavement tested my balance, softening my strike—a reminder of the quiet shifts within us.
Musings on Martial Arts, Taoist Philosophy & All Things Wellness Related. 