Blue Heron Stillness

Book Launch and New Course

By: Cheng Tong - Apr 28, 2026

 

It is with great pleasure that I announce the release of my newest book, "The Stillness of The Blue Heron: A Manual For A Daoist Life of Clarity and Purpose When The World Is In Turmoil." This work is a collection of essays and poetry crafted to provide a sense of peace and direction during challenging times.

While some of these pieces have appeared on my blog, "Cultivating Stillness," the majority were written specifically for this volume.

Availability and Purchase

The book is currently available for purchase on Amazon in both hardcover and digital versions. A paperback edition will be released during the first week of May.

• Amazon Order: Click here to view on Amazon
• Direct Purchase: If you prefer to purchase from me directly, I will have copies of the paperback version available on May 1.

Bagua: External Martial Art & Internal Alchemy

Beginning on May 4 I will be offering a comprehensive new course on Bagua. This practice serves as both a physical martial art and a profound system of internal alchemy, integrating the study of the Five Elements and the Yi Ching (Book of Changes).

Our curriculum will explore:

• Taiji Walking and Circular Stepping: Developing fluid, grounded movement.
• The Yi Ching: Using coin tossing to determine personal hexagrams and explore divination.
• Philosophical Application: Bringing ancient wisdom into modern life.

Course Registration Details

This 10-class series is designed for those looking to deepen their practice in my seventh year of teaching. The course fee is $150, and includes a silk brocade bag for your Chinese coins and Bagua pendant.  In recognition of your study, a practice name in the LanLu (Blue Heron) family of study will be bestowed, and a stamped Certificate of Completion will be issued.