The Tao of Women ꩜ Feminine Wisdom, Qigong, and The Tao Te Ching Merge

Women Have Been Kept Silent For Far Too Long From ancient China to modern-day Afghanistan and closer to home, women's voices have been silenced. The Tao of Women, inspired by Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching, links ancient Taoist philosophy with feminine wisdom. Shortly before his death, Lao Tzu was persuaded by his followers to record his life's teachings in the form of 81 chapters or verses. His Tao Te Ching, "The Book of the Way," has been a source of philosophical reflections for millions. Authors Pamela K. Metz and Jacqueline L. Tobin have used the same format in their desire to recapture and present the wisdom generated from centuries of women's lives with the hope that this wisdom will not be lost. The Tao of Women means "The Way of Women." They knew intuitively that if they were to remain still and listen carefully, they would be guided by the voices and messages of our female ancestors. Embody the Wisdom of The Tao of Women with Qigong Many people have read the Tao Te Ching, but few have put it into practice. In this program, I will guide you through the book The Tao of Women. This journey is ongoing and evolving. As we read the book, a new video will be added each week. You are invited to move through the program at your own pace. My intention is to keep the videos short and poignant. In each video session, I will lead you through a short grounding meditation, read a passage, and help you immediately embody the wisdom through a Qigong practice to “imprint” the wisdom of the Tao of Women into every cell of your body. This is my humble offering of devotion to our global community that we all know we belong! Please share this journey, far and wide, with your friends, family, and community. The Tao is for everyone: man, woman, non-binary, young, old, and everyone in between. Come back to these teachings again and again. And allow the Tao to unfold in your life. Hugs and deep bows of love and gratitude to you and your practice! Maria Chowdhury ​