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Yellow Court Conversations
by primordialdaopresentdao
Welcome to Primordial Dao Present Dao.This is a long-form conversation style podcast about all-things Daoism.Our conversations and interviews will discuss ancient and modern Daoist wisdom teachings, universal understandings, seasonal longevity and healing traditions, spiritual practices, relationship guidance and profound insights on walking an authentic and meaningful path - however, you choose to your walk it. Michael Smith has been a formal student and practitioner of Daoism for 35 years. Dr. Smith has practiced and taught Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 25 years. Michael is passionate about sharing skills like Daoist meditation and Qi Gong with people suffering from chronic illness, trauma, and addiction. Alex Krueger is a student, practitioner and teacher of qi gong and internal martial arts. He is also passionate about moving beyond limitations and living life to the fullest. Presently, Alex is dedicated to deepening his understanding of Daoism, meditation and personal
Episodes
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Nei Gong - What we Learn and Why
Join Dr. Michael Smith (Dr.TCM) for a 90 minute journey into what learning Nei Gong involves, and why there are four entries into practice. https://somadaoqigong.com/nei-gong-year-one-opening-your-meridians-and-dan-tian/ Life has always been demanding and distracting… For those who feel called to…
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Qi Gong - From Early Animism to Modern Therapeutic Exercise
Join Dr. Michael Smith (TCM) and Gabriel Shaw on a journey through the evolution, development, and modern application of Qi Gong - the oldest intact embodied spiritual practice. Here is a link to the Therapeutic Qi Gong course:...
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Hello, I am your Fascia - The Largest Sensory Organ You may have Never Heard Of
https://shaolin-yijinjing.com/ The Largest Sensory Organ You may have Never Heard Of If I were to ask you to name the body's largest sensory organ, you would probably say the skin. It turns out that your fascia system holds that title now, given the recent revelation that the Fascial System is an...
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On Lineage, Apprenticeship, and the River Beside You
https://shaolin-yijinjing.com/ In the modern world, being a part of a formal lineage covers a spectrum of possibilities. At one end, you have people who are formally training within a lineage for long enough to be accepted as a serious student, and be given the complete system of practice. At the...
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Is your Qi stuck, or is it waiting for something?
https://shaolin-yijinjing.com/ After 30 years of practicing Acupuncture, I would like to share some insights about ‘stuck Qi.’ Qi Stagnation can cause poor circulation or is due to poor circulation. The Circulatory function of Qi is the most important for your health, because it is the easiest to...
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Obstacles to Inner Cultivation - one - Audience Consciousness - Part One - video
The most important obstacle for modern practitioners of Embodied Spiritual Cultivation is called Audience Consciousness. Here is part 1 of 4 parts. Enjoy! Feel free to connect if you have any questions. Course link: https://somadaoqigong.com/nei-gong-year-one-opening-your.../ #spirituality...
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Obstacles to Inner Cultivation - one - Audience Consciousness - Part One - audio
The most important obstacle for modern practitioners of Embodied Spiritual Cultivation is called Audience Consciousness. Here is part 1 of 4 parts. Enjoy! Feel free to connect if you have any questions. Course link: https://somadaoqigong.com/nei-gong-year-one-opening-your.../ #spirituality...
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Self-Cultivation and Self-Transcendence
It seems like a good idea to begin this conversation by asking, did human beings ever have inner peace? Every spiritual tradition and culture that I've ever had a chance to encounter deeply, all have an origin story. If it’s the garden of Eden - or at the beach near the ocean during the last ice...
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Why Does the Yi Jin Jing (muscle Tendon Change) take 3 years to complete - 45 min Audio
The Shaolin Muscle Tendon change, or Yi Jin Jing 易筋經 is one of the most well known and sought after systems of Qi Gong in the world. If you have not heard of the Muscle Tendon Change, and its sister practice Bone Marrow Washing, they are elements of one of the most profound and effective…
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Why Does the Yi Jin Jing (Muscle Tendon Change) take 3 years to complete - 45 min Video
The Shaolin Muscle Tendon change, or Yi Jin Jing 易筋經 is one of the most well known and sought after systems of Qi Gong in the world. If you have not heard of the Muscle Tendon Change, and its sister practice Bone Marrow Washing, they are elements of one of the most profound and effective…
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Ep - 19 - Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part Two
Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part Two Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part One
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EP - 19 - Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part One
Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part One Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part Two
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Ep - 18: Exploring Pain and Vulnerability with Qing Zhi Bing
This one gets personal!!! Today Ravi shares some of his personal experiences and challenges as a human being, while Michael frames the conversation in the context of TCM Psychology (Qing Zhi Bing). If you are interested in this training (anyone can learn this), here is the link to the course...
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Ep - 17 - Embodied Psychotherapy, Spiritual Recapitulation, and Traditional Chinese Medicine
In this episode, Ravi and Michael talk about Qing Zhi Bing, or the Psychology and Psychiatry of TCM. Here is the link: https://somadaoqigong.com/embodied-psychotherapy-spiritual-recapitulation-and-traditional-chinese-medicine/
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Ep - 16 - Medical Qi Gong - Enhancing Your Innate Healing Abilities (video)
In this episode, Ravi and Michael talk about Medical Qi Gong, Consciousness, and different approaches to Hands-on-Healing. This course is for those with a few years of Qi gong experience. Here is the course link: https://somadaoqigong.com/enhancing-your-qi-gong-healing-abilities/ Here is a link…
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Ep - 16 - Medical Qi Gong - Enhancing Your Innate Healing Abilities (audio)
In this episode, Ravi and Michael talk about Medical Qi Gong, Consciousness, and different approaches to Hands-on-Healing. This Course is for those with a few years of Qi gong experience. Here is the course link: https://somadaoqigong.com/enhancing-your-qi-gong-healing-abilities/ Here is a link…
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Ep - 15 - Who Needs Therapeutic Qi Gong?
This week, Ravi and Michael talk about applying Qi Gong (Dao Yin) principles and practices therapeutically. There is a 10 Month course called Therapeutic Qi Gong beginning June 4th - at 6:00 pm - PST There is a free LIVE webinar, on Saturday, June 1st at 9:00 am. A recording will be linked here...
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Ep - 14 - What is the Muscle Tendon Change (Yi Jin Jing)? - Part Two
In today's episode, Michael and Ravi have an in-depth conversation about the Qi Gong practice called the Yi Jin Jing. TAP HERE for part One. Here is the link to the course - beginning April 17, 2024 TAP HERE to Learn more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course TAP HERE to see Michaels's…
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Ep - 14 - What is the Muscle Tendon Change (Yi Jin Jing)? - Part One
In today's episode, Michael and Ravi have an in-depth conversation about the Qi Gong practice called the Yi Jin Jing. TAP HERE for part Two. Here is the link to the course - beginning April 17, 2024 TAP HERE to Learn more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course TAP HERE to see Michaels's…
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Ep - 13 - The Unexpected Intimacy of Inner Cultivation - Part Two
In this 'lucky number' episode, Ravi and Michael have a personal conversation about The Unexpected Intimacy of Inner Cultivation. TAP HERE for Part One Upcoming Courses for 2024 with Dr. Michael Smith
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Ep - 13 - The Unexpected Intimacy of Inner Cultivation - Part One
In this 'lucky number' episode, Ravi and Michael have a personal conversation about The Unexpected Intimacy of Inner Cultivation. TAP HERE for Part Two Upcoming Courses for 2024 with Dr. Michael Smith
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Ep - 12 - 49 Days of an Embodied Spiritual Practice
This week, we are discussing the importance of a committed period of time to our practice. This can include anything from seated meditation, to Qi Gong, Yoga, Martial Arts, Breathwork, or even studying the classics. TAP HERE to Learn more about the upcoming course. TAP HERE to Learn more about…
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Ep - 11 - Zen, Daoist Alchemy (Nei Dan and Xian Tai), and Apophatic Realization - Part Two
In this episode, Ravi and Michael go on a DEEP DIVE into several approaches to meditation, liberation from a conditioned separate self, and your birthright remembering or realization of existence as itself. TAP HERE for Part One TAP HERE to Learn more about the Nei Gong course. TAP HERE to Learn...
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Ep - 11 - Zen, Daoist Alchemy (Nei Dan and Xian Tai), and Apophatic Realization - Part One
In this episode, Ravi and Michael go on a DEEP DIVE into several approaches to meditation, liberation from a conditioned separate self, and your birthright remembering or realization of existence as itself. TAP HERE for Part Two TAP HERE to Learn more about the upcoming course. TAP HERE to Learn...
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Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part Three
In this episode, we discuss the meaning and practice of Nei Gong. Daoist Cultivation (Xiū Dào 修道) involves several practices that focus on Embodied Meditation. The two oldest, most comprehensive, and most common forms of meditation still practiced today are Chan/Zen (禪) and Nèi Gōng 内功. In the Yi...
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Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part Two
In this episode, we discuss the meaning and practice of Nei Gong. Daoist Cultivation (Xiū Dào 修道) involves several practices that focus on Embodied Meditation. The two oldest, most comprehensive, and most common forms of meditation still practiced today are Chan/Zen (禪) and Nèi Gōng 内功. In the Yi...
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Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part One
In this episode, we discuss the meaning and practice of Nei Gong. Daoist Cultivation (Xiū Dào 修道) involves several practices that focus on Embodied Meditation. The two oldest, most comprehensive, and most common forms of meditation still practiced today are Chan/Zen (禪) and Nèi Gōng 内功. In the Yi...
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Ep 9 - Cannabis and Qi Gong - The Pros and Cons - Part Two
In this episode, the discussion explores the history of Cannabis use, its relationship to Traditional Chinese medicine and human health, and how it may help or hinder one's Qi Gong and Meditation practice. Dr. Michael Smith has taught Qi Gong for over 30 years. In his clinical practice, he...
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Ep 9 - Cannabis and Qi Gong - The Pros and Cons - Part One
In this episode, the discussion explores the history of Cannabis use, its relationship to Traditional Chinese medicine and human health, and how it may help or hinder one's Qi Gong and Meditation practice. Dr. Michael Smith has taught Qi Gong for over 30 years. In his clinical practice, he...
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Ep - 8 - Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness - part two
This episode was unscripted and takes some interesting turns... Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness One of the unspoken challenges and transformational opportunities of Qi Gong and Meditation is unconscious patterns and beliefs showing up like an uninvited guest. This conversation offers...
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Ep - 8 - Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness - part one
This episode was unscripted and takes some interesting turns... Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness One of the unspoken challenges and transformational opportunities of Qi Gong and Meditation is unconscious patterns and beliefs showing up like an uninvited guest. This conversation offers...
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Ep - 7 - Teaching Qi Gong in 2022 - Part Two
In this episode, we welcome our new host, Ravi Kaler! Teaching Qi Gong in 2022... Part Two After 30 years of teaching Qi Gong, and over 40 years of practice, Michael has some thoughts, funny stories, and hopefully supportive ideas for contemporary teachers. Here is the link to Part One:...
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Ep - 7 - Teaching Qi Gong in 2022 - Part One
In this episode, we welcome our new host, Ravi Kaler! Teaching Qi Gong in 2022... After 30 years of teaching Qi Gong, and over 40 years of practice, Michael has some thoughts, funny stories, and hopefully supportive ideas for contemporary teachers. Here is the link to Part Two:...
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Ep - Six - Consciousness and Cognition - Part Two
In this episode Alex and Michael Review the fundamentals of Emotional Intelligence and then discuss cognition from ancient Daoist and modern science perspectives. If you are dedicated to a meditation practice, this will give you an internal roadmap to what your mind is doing and why! Enjoy!
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Ep - Six - Consciousness and Cognition - Part One
In this episode Alex and Michael Review the fundamentals of Emotional Intelligence and then discuss cognition from ancient Daoist and modern science perspectives. If you are dedicated to a meditation practice, this will give you an internal roadmap to what your mind is doing and why! Enjoy!
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Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part Two - Video
Five: Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part Two Inner stillness and developing Right Relationship begins with Emotional Intelligence. In today's episode, our conversation goes on a deep dive into Daoism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and becoming conscious of the foundational importance…
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Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part One - Video
Five: Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part One Inner stillness and developing Right Relationship begins with Emotional Intelligence In today's episode, our conversation goes on a deep dive into Daoism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and becoming conscious of the foundational importance…
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Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part Two - Audio
Five: Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part Two Inner stillness and developing Right Relationship begins with Emotional Intelligence. In today's episode, our conversation goes on a deep dive into Daoism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and becoming conscious of the foundational importance…
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Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part One - Audio
Five: Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part One Inner stillness and developing Right Relationship begins with Emotional Intelligence. In today's episode, our conversation goes on a deep dive into Daoism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and becoming conscious of the foundational importance…
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EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-two-Audio
Four: The Way of Enough - Part Two Finding a Fluid and easy sense of balance is a foundation of Daoism In today's episode, the conversation is about the Daoist teaching called Chong Zu Zhi Dao (the Way of Enough). This In part One, Alex and Michael discuss Spiritual discipline, personal...
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EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-one-Audio
Four: The Way of Enough - Part One Finding a Fluid and easy sense of balance is a foundation of Daoism In today's episode, the conversation is about the Daoist teaching called Chong Zu Zhi Dao (the Way of Enough). In part One, Alex and Michael discuss Spiritual discipline, personal discernment…
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EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-two -Video
Four: The Way of Enough - Part Two Finding a Fluid and easy sense of balance is a foundation of Daoism In today's episode, the conversation is about the Daoist teaching called Chong Zu Zhi Dao (the Way of Enough). This In part One, Alex and Michael discuss Spiritual discipline, personal...
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EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-one-Video
Four: The Way of Enough - Part One Finding a Fluid and easy sense of balance is a foundation of Daoism In today's episode, the conversation is about the Daoist teaching called Chong Zu Zhi Dao (the Way of Enough). In part One, Alex and Michael discuss Spiritual discipline, personal discernment…
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EP - Three - Walking in a Good Way - part-two - Video
Three: Walking in a Good Way - Part Two The Dao De Jing is the second most translated and studied book in the history of the world! The title is often translated as 'The Path of Virtue', or 'The Way of Power.' In part One, Alex and Michael review the first two episodes and Michael shares a story…
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EP - Three-Walking in a Good Way - part-one-Video
Three: Walking in a Good Way - Part One The Dao De Jing is the second most translated and studied book in the history of the world! The title is often translated as 'The Path of Virtue', or 'The Way of Power.' In part One, Alex and Michael review the first two episodes and Michael shares a story…
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EP - Three-Walking in a Good Way - part-two - audio
Three: Walking in a Good Way - Part Two The Dao De Jing is the second most translated and studied book in the history of the world! The title is often translated as 'The Path of Virtue', or 'The Way of Power.' In part One, Alex and Michael review the first two episodes and Michael shares a story…
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EP-Three-Walking in a Good Way-part-one-audio
Three: Walking in a Good Way - Part One The Dao De Jing is the second most translated and studied book in the history of the world! The title is often translated as 'The Path of Virtue', or 'The Way of Power.' In part One, Alex and Michael review the first two episodes and Michael shares a story…
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EP - Two - Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part Two- Audio
Two: Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part Two In Part Two, Michael shares his first experience with a Daoist teacher. The lesson was on Embodied Spiritual Warriorship. To clarify the process of becoming an Authentic Human Being (Zhen Ren), Master Pedro Chang used four Chinese characters and some...
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EP - Two - Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part One - Audio
Two: Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part One Welcome to the Second Episode! In this episode, Michael and Alex will review the history of Daoism and how that can change how a person may perceive Daoist Practice and Philosophy. The teaching 'Xing Ming Shuang Xiu (The partnership and journey of...
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EP - Two - Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part Two - Video
Two: Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part Two In Part Two, Michael shares his first experience with a Daoist teacher. The lesson was on Embodied Spiritual Warriorship. To clarify the process of becoming an Authentic Human Being (Zhen Ren), Master Pedro Chang used four Chinese characters and some...
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Welcome to Primordial Dao Present Dao.This is a long-form conversation style podcast about all-things Daoism.Our conversations and interviews will discuss ancient and modern Daoist wisdom teachings, universal understandings, seasonal longevity and healing traditions, spiritual practices, relationship guidance and profound insights on walking an authentic and meaningful path - however, you choose to your walk it. Michael Smith has been a formal student and practitioner of Daoism for 35 years. Dr. Smith has practiced and taught Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 25 years. Michael is passionate about sharing skills like Daoist meditation and Qi Gong with people suffering from chronic illness, trauma, and addiction. Alex Krueger is a student, practitioner and teacher of qi gong and internal martial arts. He is also passionate about moving beyond limitations and living life to the fullest. Presently, Alex is dedicated to deepening his understanding of Daoism, meditation and personal
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