This unity is called "Taiji" and the Tao is its working principle. Every night holds the potential for the next day, and every illness offers the opportunity to regain health. And there is always a little bit of yin in the yang and some yang in the yin. This is illustrated in the Taiji symbol in Taoism: yin and yang are in a circular relationship to and alternate stages with each other. This dichotomy does not exist in reality, though, but only in human perception. And humans encounter everything that is in the duality of yin and yang: night - day, sun - moon, illness - health, happiness- misfortune, big - small etc. "Tao" ultimately means everything that is. It is not about a physical realm or an abstraction such as the word "God", for instance. Tao is really only a term to somewhat describe that which cannot be described in words. According to Chinese teaching, the Tao is an all-encompassing life energy the energy which is behind the existence of everything that is. In order to recognize the significance of Tao massage, it is necessary to understand what the Tao actually is. Tao massage aims to help develop awareness of the unity of all things, as expressed in the principle of yin and yang. Both forms of massage attempt to facilitate spiritual experiences through sensuality. Tantra massage has its origins in Indo-Tibetan culture, whereas Tao massage is based on the ideas and experiences of Chinese Taoism.
Tao massage is often confused with Tantra massage, or both terms are used interchangeably. This makes it akin to a spiritual ritual.
Tao massage goes beyond being a purely manual treatment method but also incorporates philosophical elements. The aim is to liberate all energies in the body and to bring them into a harmonious flow. Tao massage is a treatment method based on the principles of Chinese Taoism.