What is Meditation?

Meditation is a term that refers both to a state of consciousness in which a practitioner
watches oneself, as well as a method for achieving such a state. As a method,
meditation means quieting the mind in order to more clearly see one’s self. Ultimately
meditation is simply self-watching from a different aspect of consciousness—a way of
becoming selfless.

Bowing Meditation

Bowing is one of the most humble and spiritual acts a human can perform. It is an action
that simultaneously signifies acceptance and a deep understanding of and feeling
towards an object.

Through bowing, we accept, understand, and feel our soul.

Through bowing, we cast aside the narrow confines of the self and accept the energy of
the universe.

Through bowing, we are connected to the energy of “Heaven” when we open and spread
our arms.

Through bowing, we are connected to the energy of “Earth” when we bend at the waist
and lay our upper bodies on the floor.

Bowing Meditation is a dynamic form of meditation that simultaneously strengthens and
makes our physical body more flexible, improves energy circulation, and reliably helps you
to hear the voice of your soul.

Through bowing, we are connected to the energies of “Heaven” and “Earth”.

Bowing Meditation is an act of sincerity for cleansing our soul.

Let's dedicate 108 Bows for the purification of all Souls.



















Namaste,
Sifu Gary Tong




Bowing is a very
serious practice. We
should be prepared to
bow, even in our last
moment.


Even though it is
impossible to get rid
of our self-centered
desires, we have to do
it. Our true nature
wants us to.


By bowing, we are
giving up ourselves to
the universe.


To give up ourselves
means to give up our
dualistic ideas and
become one.


When you become one
with everything that
exists, you find the
true meaning of being.



“Zen Mind,
Beginner’s Mind”










By Shunryu Suzuki
Half Bow
Full Bow
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