Shared meals are a fine place to break bread with yet more Dàoist wisdom. Rather than indulging in excess or suffering anxiety, worry, and fear over dietary restrictions, a Dàoist practitioner might approach eating as a playful Practice. A Practice of being in tune, of being present with each bite, and appreciating the nourishment. Gratefulness and thankfulness naturally arise from such a Practice. Mindful eating can be its own meditation, a way of honoring one's body and gathering family. ...
