woody

Does anyone know if this site is still an active congregation?

 

I've requested membership a few times now in the past 30 days, yet haven't heard anything back. Even sent a couple email follow-ups to the site host.

 

Just curious, seems like a cool idea.

I just came across this post. Yep we're still going. Did you get a response to your membership request?

I did that over a week ago. So far no response. That's why I was asking.

It can sometimes take a while to get a response. If you get nothing in the next week send me a PM and I'll raise it

cheers,

W

I have a question. Does anyone know if the group known as Reform Taoism is still active? Their web site seems to be a year out of date.

Yep - still very alive & kicking thanks very much. Last time I checked we've got about 300+ members. The main interaction is through the members forum. Have a look around the www.reformtaoism.org pages and if you'd like to find out more fill in the form on the "Join" page.

Hope to see you there

cheers,

W

That's an interesting link. Thanks for posting it.

There is also a good book on the first level form: The Theory and Practice of Taiji Qigong by Chris Jarmey.

Thanks for the book recommendation. It looks good, so I've ordered a copy.

Anybody tried Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi? Any opinions about it?

Can't remember where I read it but I came across something talking about understanding what death is like and getting perspective on it. What it said was that you should think about some year before you were born. How does it feel? Does it scare you? Most people I think would say "No - it's fine!" Well one year after you've died will be exactly the same as that & so shouldn't be scary either.

 

By my research, it seems the most ancient activity that took place - before there was an organized movement called Dao Jiao or Taoism - was the practice of meditation in a hermit tradition in the mountains of China....

 

Perhaps this is something people who wish to understand Tao should explore.........

I believe that meditation is the most common practice among the RTC

Hi, I've been a member of the RTC for years. I love the people there. They have always been kind and thoughtful, however, notice the calendar, ritual section, posts of articles, etc.... they have been idle, with no change, for years. People join, but nothing seems to get done.

It's true the progress does sometimes move at a geological pace but I'm a member for the community side of it and the different perspectives of members.

Thankyou woody for the answer. I've had a look at the website and I see that to join I have to give a statement saying why I want to join. I'm a bit worried about this because I'm new to taoism and I'm trying to find out more.

The RTC are very inclusive so don't worry about it . Most sites have some sort of membership verification system - including the Tao Bums - to avoid being invaded by automated spamming software and the RTC site is no different.

The advantage of giving a brief introduction is that if you're seeking something different to what we offer - say something more towards religious Taoism - it can be pointed out that the RTC site is not really what you're after and we might be able to direct you to a more appropriate site.

Hope you take the plunge - all the best - W

I've been looking at the website for these guys at this site and I'm quite tempted to join them. Does anybody know anything about them?

I joined the Tao Bums just to answer this post - so I hope my reply's worth the effort!

I'm a member of the RTC. We're a growing group of nearly 300 philosophical Taoists who share similar viewpoints. By reading the sections on the website about our beliefs you'll get some idea, though on particular issues there is a wide range of opinion & nothing is set in stone.

The best option is to join us to see if we're what you're looking for - if we're not we won't hold it against you

I've been lurking for a few years but I've finally got round to joining to answer a post. Like the site and looking forward to taking part.

Happy new year to everyone.