Description
Simple Taoism is designed to help the reader understand what Taoism is about and to help apply its best aspects to everyday living. Divided into three parts, the book outlines:
About the Author
Drs. C. Alexander and Annellen Simpkins live in San Diego and are both psychologists who have specialized in studies of the mind. They have devoted many years to the study of hypnosis and have taught meditation skills to people of all ages. They have also spent the past 25 years involved in the martial arts as practitioners, instructors, and writers. Their work in meditation spans their two worlds of professional interest: martial arts and psychology, adding a unique and comprehensive perspective to this book. In addition to contributing regularly to martial arts publications, they are the authors of Principles of Meditation, Living Meditation, Zen Around the World, and Meditation from Thought to Action, all published by Tuttle.
Reviews
"The Authors combine sound scholarship with the knowingness of practitioners and an unerring sense of what will interest readers most..." --Booklist
Book Information
ISBN 9780804831734
Author C. Alexander Simpkins
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Tuttle Publishing
Publisher Tuttle Publishing
Weight(grams) 170g
- A clear explanation of Taoism and how to apply its best aspects to your daily life.
- Simple instructions for exercises to lead a fuller life-meditation, breathing, chi kung, and tai chi chuan.
- An informative discussion of key Taoist concepts, including wu-wei (nonaction), yin and yang, and Te (power virtue, life).
About the Author
Drs. C. Alexander and Annellen Simpkins live in San Diego and are both psychologists who have specialized in studies of the mind. They have devoted many years to the study of hypnosis and have taught meditation skills to people of all ages. They have also spent the past 25 years involved in the martial arts as practitioners, instructors, and writers. Their work in meditation spans their two worlds of professional interest: martial arts and psychology, adding a unique and comprehensive perspective to this book. In addition to contributing regularly to martial arts publications, they are the authors of Principles of Meditation, Living Meditation, Zen Around the World, and Meditation from Thought to Action, all published by Tuttle.
Reviews
"The Authors combine sound scholarship with the knowingness of practitioners and an unerring sense of what will interest readers most..." --Booklist
Book Information
ISBN 9780804831734
Author C. Alexander Simpkins
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Tuttle Publishing
Publisher Tuttle Publishing
Weight(grams) 170g
