Tales From a Restless Traveler

Tales From a Restless Traveler

Hosted by: Leia Cohen

This is a weekly podcast in which I will read my memoir, Tales from a Restless Traveler, which tells of my journey how I came to teach Tai Chi globally online.. We will begin the journey when I was seventeen years old...

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41: The Meditation Teachers I Didn’t Choose

CHAPTER 41: The Meditation Teachers I Didn’t Choose QUOTE: “Transformation is not a destination, it is a journey into the self and all the little things you do every day.” ― Jillian Michaels LESSON: Mastery Requires...
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40: Homeschooling in China

CHAPTER 40: Homeschooling in China QUOTE: “Homeschooling allows you the freedom to step off the highway of learning and take a more scenic route along a dirt road.” ― Tamara L. Chilver LESSON: It Takes a Village to...
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39: Praying for Love

CHAPTER 39: Praying for Love QUOTE: “At the center of your being you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want.” ― Lao Tzu LESSON: Finding Clarity Through Stillness SYNOPSIS: Unable to join...
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38: The Witness Protection Program

CHAPTER 38: The Witness Protection Program QUOTE: “When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.” ― Lao Tzu LESSON: Envisioning the life you want SYNOPSIS: Shortly after arriving in China, I was struck by a...
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37: The Journey to Myself

CHAPTER 37: The Journey to Myself QUOTE: “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” —Anaïs Nin LESSON: Embracing Uncertainty to Rediscover Strength SYNOPSIS: Returning to China with the kids, I faced...
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36: Packing Memories, Unpacking Emotions

CHAPTER 36: Packing Memories, Unpacking Emotions QUOTE: “There is always a sadness about packing. I guess you wonder if where you're going is as good as where you've been.” ― Richard Proenneke LESSON: Letting Go to...
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35: The Plank Again

CHAPTER 35: The Plank Again QUOTE: “The saddest thing about betrayal is that it never comes from your enemies.” ― Maya Angelou LESSON: Facing Betrayal with Courage SYNOPSIS: After a year of routine and small joys, I...
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34: The Growing Divide

CHAPTER 34: The Growing Divide QUOTE: “Never regret. If it’s good, it’s wonderful. If it’s bad, it’s experience.” ― Victoria Holt LESSON: Listening to Your Intuition SYNOPSIS: Upon returning to Panama, Pierre...
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33: Acupuncture in China; No Pain - No Gain

CHAPTER 33: Acupuncture in China; No Pain - No Gain QUOTE: “We all need to slow down and go to acupuncture.” ― Tamara Ecclestone LESSON: Healing Requires Patience and Self-Awareness SYNOPSIS: The rigorous training at...
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32: The Call of Daoism

CHAPTER 32: The Call of Daoism QUOTE: “Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do.” ― Bruce Lee LESSON: Balancing Philosophy with Practicality SYNOPSIS: Pierre’s passion for Daoism led our...
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31: When the Body Breaks

CHAPTER 31: When the Body Breaks QUOTE: “True martial arts is not about fighting; it is about balance, strength, and knowing when to walk away.” ― Unknown LESSON: Recognizing the importance of listening to your...
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30: Panama, Survival of the Fittest

CHAPTER 30: Panama, Survival of the Fittest QUOTE: “What is the rhythm of life? It’s learning to dance through chaos.” ― Lao Tzu LESSON: Learning to Cope with Disconnection SYNOPSIS: Moving to Panama City brought hope...
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