This work and its 30 -minute soundtrack stands as the most comprehensive exploration to date, weaving together the rich tapestry of Taoist philosophy, the ancient art of Chinese Medicine and the theory of the Five Shen or Spirits, ancient Chinese psychology, with the 5 Healing Tones of Chinese Music Therapy. It is packed with specialized knowledge usually reserved for practitioners of Chinese medicine and often not covered in traditional teaching, all presented in an easy-to-read format, rich with poetry and inspiration. The text offers profound insights into the 5 Element Theory, the 5 Shen, the 5 Taoist Healing Tones, and the 6 Seed Sounds, along with a beautifully crafted soundtrack to suit each tone for profound meditation and healing purposes and to use both for personal reflection and professional application.
The Tao of Yoga is a new rendition of the 2700 year old Chinese Classic the Tao Te Ching. It provides ancient advice for modern Yogis and Yoginis who would like to create a practice of presence, freedom and joy.
This new interpretation clearly distils the essence of the 81 Tao’s poems and the commentaries included offer thought-provoking clues into the application of their ancient wisdom to the practice and life of the modern practitioner.
Yin is the other side of power, the counterpoint to the power of Yang, and as such it is a different kind of power. As anything dark and difficult to be seen into, it has been greatly misunderstood, remaining unknown for many, feared by most and worshipped by those brave enough to venture into her mysterious land. Being passive, her action is unseen, concealed. Her influence and effect is revealed overtime so hers is not the woe of instant gratification. It refers to what is-not. Her shapes are cavities, holes, hollows and all the vacant spaces that reveal that something is missing. A book about the Autumn Forest and Yin Yoga, the Mountain and Meditation and the Sea and Pranayama.
“I am already using it live and with prescription. Thank you Ana for your work, it fills me in on things I wasn’t aware of enough, I went through my notes and the information is identical to the course I had done. The tones last just long enough to get the impact, it’s great to see someone find their song and how much work there is behind it. The only problem is that I just found out that you have two others! And I’m not up to date.”
– Javi, El Roble Acupuntura
“Just finished the Five Taoist Healing Tones by one of my students, Ana Moves Tao Yoga. This breathtaking book blends music therapy, Taoist Philosophy and Chinese Medicine in a way that also offers a rich understanding of the 5 elements.”
– Kari Hohne
“Congratulations on the release of your masterpiece the Tao of Yoga. You’ve blended the body and mind effortlessly as you weave elements of yoga with the timeless wisdom of the Tao te Ching. It is obvious that you are a master of both! I wish you much success with this book and thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Blessings!”
– Kari Hohne
“Thank you Ana for “The Tao of Yoga”! I can’t help but begin this review without expressing my deep appreciation for your beautiful book, “The Tao of Yoga”! You have woven a masterpiece that fuses the ancient wisdom of the Tao Te Ching with the freshness and relevance we all need in modern yoga practice. Your more than two decades of experience as a yoga teacher and your many other amazing skills, from meditation to acupuncture to Tao Coaching, are seamlessly woven into every page. It is as if you have put into words the very essence of the practice, making it accessible and meaningful to us all. Each poem of the Tao comes alive with your interpretations and commentary, offering not only clarity but also those little sparks of wisdom that invite deep reflection. I love how you have managed to distil the essence of these ancient counsels into practical lessons for our daily lives. This book is not only a guide for yogis and yoginis, but an invitation to dive into authenticity, to find freedom and joy in every breath. Thank you for giving us the gift of this work, which is undoubtedly a blessing for all who seek a deeper path in yoga and in life. Namaste!”
– Camy
“First of all: beautiful book, from front to back. The pictures are great and it’s just SO well written. You can really see the time and care that went into creating this. I’m already selecting passages to read in my classes because I’m finding so much inspiration in this book. Thank you, Ana, for going above and beyond. It has been a pleasure.”
– Khephra
“You want to read this book with the necessary care, it is delicate, it’s like a soft blanket covering you. I love it! Thank you Ana.”
– Annoek
“A poetic journey to observe nature from the inside out. Happy travelling!”
– Alejandra
“Love this book. Helps me remember that yoga is a connection with my body.”
– Meet Me in the Middle
– Elisa
“This book is AMAZING! I cannot put it down. I loved it so much I invited the author to interview about the book on my podcast.”
– Sherry
Listen to the full interview in Sherry’s podcast Aligned Expressions here
Episode 43: The Tao of Yoga with Ana Moves
Other readers have said :
“Thank you. It is such a beautiful book and I bought another copy because I wanted to share it with a few of my yoga buddies.” “I am so excited. I loved your last book. I use it a lot when I am trying to stay connected.” by Meet Me in the Middle
“I received the book and I love it.” Sean
“Thank you for sharing your wisdom” Nichole
“I would love this book. I have enjoyed your books about yin so much” Megan
