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Conversations about spirituality, business, science, technology, history, and philosophy, exploring the essence of awareness, joy, love, and kindness. Diego is a Daoist Abbot and PKE MBA and student of life.
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WE TALK ABOUT PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, SELF IMPROVEMENT AND HOW TO FIND STILLNESS AND BALANCE TO MAINTAIN HEALTH AND WELLBEING HOST RICKY DEFOE HAS BEEN A DAOIST PRACTITIONER FOR OVER 10 YEARS. FOUNDING BENUCATION A EMOTIONAL WELLNESS SERVICE TO HELP REDUCE STRESS AND FIND BALANCE. HE BELIEVES THAT EVERY PERSON SHOULD BE ABLE TO DEVELOP THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF EMOTIONAL & SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE AND STRENGTHEN THIS AS A LIFE SKILL IN ORDER TO SPRING BOARD THEM TO SUCCESS AND HAPPINESS
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Happy, High Energy Lifestyle based on the ancient practise of the Daoist Arts. Whether you spell it Taoist or Daoist, this ancient philosophy and system of physical exercises, energy work and meditation is a gateway to a spiritual world within the crazy modern life we find ourselves living in. Join Wai-Yii, author of the best-selling book WAY OUT - A Daoist Path to a Fearless Life as she shares how this wisdom from the East can make life better today.
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Primordial Dao Present Dao

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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 year ...
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Mushin Mindset

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Mushin in Zen teachings means the mind without mind or a state of "no-mindedness" this mental state has been practiced by Daoist meditators, martial artists and Samurai. Mushin is the purist state of mind. In this podcast we dive deep into spirituality, mindset, and the ancient wisdoms and philosophies of the giants that have come before us! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mushinmindset/support
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Join your host, me - Jake, as I share my story on traveling to the Wudang Mountains in China to begin training martial arts and the decade long adventure that ensued from there. Enjoy a cup of tea while I delve into topics from Daoist (Taoist) philosophy, life in China, kungfu practice, meditation, and spirituality to more personal subjects like how my life has changed and what place these traditions and lessons have in the modern world. Episode coming out every week! Join me as we find bala ...
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The Kung Fu Discussion Group examines topics from the World of Martial Arts, ranging from the Training Methods of the Big Three Internal Styles of Xingyiquan, Baguazhang, & Taijiquan, to Daoist Meditation & Philosophy, to Health Maintenance Qigong Styles & more. Join Uncle Sickness, YogaMidnight, & Maeko in their quest to spread Lessons Learned in the World of Martial Arts. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/uncle-sickness/support
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This is The Future of Wellness, your go-to resource for the art of wellbeing and the science of self-transformation. Explore a holistic approach to life with world-class experts as we uncover the tools and traditions of consciousness transformation. From energy healing to ayurveda, somatic therapies to neuroscience, meditation to enlightenment – we believe the most interesting things happen at the boundaries of disciplines. Whether you’re curious about holistic wellness or deeply committed t ...
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Join Dr. George Lamoureux and John Bonds from JingHerbs.com to explore the history, healing, and empowerment of Classic Chinese Medicine, herbs, and thought. Dr. George Lamoureux, the founder of Jing Herbs, holds a Doctorate in classical Chinese medicine, is a licensed acupuncturist and a certified Medical Qigong practitioner. Dr. George also completed programs of study at both the Shanghai and Chengdu hospitals of Traditional Chinese Medicine, People’s Republic of China. Jing Herbs was foun ...
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Tune in every other week for inspiring, joyful, and informative conversations on transforming ourselves, our communities, and the world, in the spirit of ancient Chinese medicine, spirituality, and philosophy. Separating fact from fiction, we aim to bring you medicine from China's distant past, translated here to meet YOUR needs today, in clinic and beyond. I am your host, Dr. Sabine Wilms, medical historian, recovering university professor, and author and translator of more than a dozen boo ...
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Many misconceptions and myths surround stone medicine and crystal healing. And yet, "tapped in" seers, builders, and healers have applied the power of stones since the dawn of humanity. Their ability to treat spiritual and physical disease and elevate human consciousness has been proven for thousands of years across the world. If you work in alternative healing and seek guidance about ancient methods for the application of stones and crystals, you are in the right place. Welcome to Crystal C ...
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Stories of the Pandemy, for the People of the Pandemy. No one is alone on the Pandemy Show, where we find solace in shared experience and rediscover our common humanity. The Covid 19 global pandemy has many people feeling isolated, but from our perspective, we are all in this together, we’re all humans, trying to figure out life in 2020 and beyond. Whether you are a rat licker, sheeple, or somewhere in between, all are welcome at the Pandemy Show.
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Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Matty Lansdown, an acclaimed speaker, scientist and nutritionist. Years ago, surrounded by doctors, PhD’s, nurses and fellow scientists, Matty began to feel like an imposter; he was asking questions that no one else seemed to be asking, about the cause of disease and the impact of food on the body. In th…
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In this episode we were joined by Dounia Zellou the founder of Humanaya. Dounia has introduced dance into the workplaces globally and uses this art to allow staff and teams to express themselves and use dance as a tool for their wellbeing. We had the pleasure to interview Dounia who is using dance to create positive impact and enable workforces to …
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Ever wondered if the ancient concept of kundalini is a myth or a reality? Discover the connections between kundalini and enlightenment, and learn about the various stages of kundalini awakening. In this Spotlight episode, we uncover the fascinating origins, structure and significance of kundalini energy, clarifying the boundaries between the symbol…
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Have you ever wondered how your body holds onto stress and trauma - and more importantly, how you can release it? On this episode we welcome Dr. David Berceli, expert in trauma intervention and creator of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE) and author of Shake It Off Naturally. Dr. Berceli introduces us to TRE - an innovative technique that …
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In this episode we look at how powerful and impactful the arts are on our well-being We look at the different types of arts, and how important it is to join different groups and to nurture and schedule the art activities and also finding the courage to venture into arts as it helps with our expression, emotional well-being and mental state It can b…
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Experience the transformative practice of Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation that addresses every layer of our being - body, mind, and spirit - to alleviate stress, anxiety, trauma and sleep disruptions. Learn how Yoga Nidra, often referred to as "yogic sleep", is not just a meditation technique but a powerful healing practice that connects with the g…
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How can we get better at listening to our body and aligning with the Dao? How can we compost harmful emotional energy into life-giving Qi in service of physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation? How can we use the tool of curiosity as an antidote to judgment and thereby change the flavor of our inquiries? How can we complete our nature thro…
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Join us as we sit down with J. Brown, Founder of the Abhyasa Yoga center in New York (now closed), he is also a writer and podcast host of industry-leading J. Brown Yoga Talks. For more than 25 years J has been developing techniques to teach people how to practice yoga in a deeper and more fulfilling way. We hear how the profound grief from the los…
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How can connecting your physical body and energy field to the earth transform your wellbeing? We uncover the science behind earthing, and reveal its compelling health benefits such as reducing inflammation, improving sleep and boosting your immune response. Explore how grounding yourself can affect the energy anatomy such as the acupuncture meridia…
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Are you curious about the theme music for Season Three of our podcast and the sharp contrast to the obnoxiously gregarious Mexican accordeon music of the previous two seasons, which, I must admit, are a reflection of my own German heritage and decades spent in Hispanic culture? Do you recognize Leo’s beautifully serene voice and grasp the meaning o…
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Ike Baker is an accomplished author, content creator, and practicing ceremonialist. As a senior initiate of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, the Martinist Order of America, Blue Lodge, and York Rite Freemasonry. Ike brings over 20 years of expertise in Western Esoteric Traditions. He is a traveling lecturer, an instructor at premier education…
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In this 50th episode and in celebration of our new podcast name, we are excited to host Dr. Shamini Jain, an eminent clinical psychologist and scientist, as she guides us through the revolutionary paradigm shift in holistic wellness and alternative medicine. Author of the award-winning book Healing Ourselves: Biofield Science and the Future of Heal…
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Send us a text This is one of the "lost chapters" intended to appear earlier in the series but was skipped over. Xiaoyao loses his way at evening in the deep mountains, but a chance meeting saves him from a freezing overnight sojourn. The hermit takes the opportunity to try and teach Xiaoyao the arcane secrets of the River Diagram--the 河圖--which co…
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Send us a text This poem from 張伯端 Zhang Bo-Duan (author of the 悟真篇 Wu Zhen Pian: Understanding Reality, one of the most famous classics of Daoist alchemy) was explained by Master Nan during a seven day Zen retreat held in China. 心内观心觅本心 xīn neì guān xīn mì běn xīn 心心俱绝见真心 xīn xīn jù jué jiàn zhēn xīn 真心明徹通三界 Zhēn xīn míng chè tōng sān jiè 外道邪魔不敢侵 w…
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In this episode, we sit down with Steven Gagnon, the visionary CEO behind EQUES Timepieces. Since its inception in 2020, EQUES has been dedicated to crafting exquisite and unique watches, combining traditional techniques with modern innovation. Join us as we explore Steven's passion for the intricate art of watchmaking, the creative process behind …
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Discover how to expand your capacity for resilience and emotional regulation with our incredible guest, speaker and award-winning author Elizabeth Stanley, PhD. We discuss how her near-death experience, childhood adversity and a PTSD diagnosis led to the development of a groundbreaking mindfulness-based mind fitness training (MMFT). Liz explains ho…
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Send us a text Li Dao-Chun (李道純) was a 13th century Daoist Master in the line of the famous 4th generation Master of the southern Nei Dan lineage, Bai Yuchan. Li is author of the Zhōng Hé Jí (中和集) translated as The Book of Balance and Harmony by Thomas Cleary. This selection, which to my knowledge has not been previously translated, is the valuable…
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Dr. Christine Sanmiquel is a distinguished acupuncturist and herbalist with doctoral degrees in Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, and Medical Qigong. She also is a professor at Five Branches University and a certified project management professional (PMP). She leads the Sacred Heart Qigong program to empower women through energetics. Specializing in …
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Welcome to the first episode in Season Three of the Pebble in the Cosmic Pond podcast. For the next few months, we shall consider a variety of perspectives on “Nurturing Our Nature” 養性: Cultivating health and longevity from ancient China to today. This project is inspired by two things: First, Leo Lok's and my research in the volume on this topic i…
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Craig Cooke is a successful entrepreneur who had the foresight to start a "digital first" company utilizing the Internet long before "digital first," "digital transformation," and other buzzwords of today were created. With extremely limited resources of $1,300 and an Apple computer, he started RhythmNet.com with a couple friends from college. Over…
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Our guest today is Leta Herman, an Alchemical Healer, Chinese Medicine teacher, author and host of the Inspired Action Podcast. Leta has immersed herself in the philosophies of Daoism, Alchemical Healing, and Chinese Medicine for over twenty years. A long-time student of Master Jeffrey Yuen, an 88th generation Daoist priest, she is also a graduate …
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Send us a text Bai Yu-Chan (1194-1229?) was a key figure in Southern Song dynasty Daoism and internal alchemy. The following is written as a discussion with his teacher Chen Nan (d. 1213), the fourth patriarch of the Nanzong lineage. Resolving Confusions in Cultivating Transcendence (Xiū Xiān Biàn Huò Lùn)《修仙辨惑論》 This excerpt is from section four o…
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This episode, titled "What Do Love, Qigong, and Christ Consciousness Have to Do with Healing," is the second half of our conversation with Cynthia Li, a biomedical doctor in the Bay area who specializes in functional and integrative medicine. She is also a practitioner of what she calls “qigong consciousness healing” or “collective field qigong” an…
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Josephine McCarthy Josephine McCarthy is a British author, occultist, magical teacher, and director of the Quareia magical training course based in England. She began her magical endeavors in the 1970s, and by the 1990s, she was teaching extensively in the USA and UK, lecturing at conferences, and experimenting with magical forms. EPISODE LINKS: Jo…
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Join us as we journey with Allyn Evans, CEO of the Monroe Institute, a pioneering organization dedicated to the study and facilitation of out-of-body experiences (OBEs) and consciousness exploration, founded by Robert Monroe. Learn about the history and mission of the Institute, and how Bob's personal experiences inspired the creation of a sanctuar…
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Send us a text Xiaoyao meets his old friend Ante Babic, who reveals his discovery of a secret system of life training that the Chinese have instituted without anyone taking notice: the institution of Yum Cha (or "Dim Sum"). SHOW NOTES: Xiaoyao Xingzhe, the self-styled carefree pilgrim, has lived and worked all over the world, having crossed the Gob…
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Dr. Christopher Ryan Holder is a Doctor and Teacher of Medical Qigong, a Daoist Priest, and a Christian Mystic. Over 15 years ago, Dr. Christopher R. Holder began his life's calling in the world of Chinese Energetic Medicine, Esoteric Daoist Mysticism, and training in the Chinese Martial Arts. Learning under the tutelage of Sifu Dr. Jerry Alan John…
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Cynthia Li, our interview partner for this episode, is a biomedical doctor who I have been dreaming of asking questions for several years now, ever since our mutual friend Michael Lerner introduced me to her work. She is a biomedical doctor, specializing in functional and integrative medicine. She is also a qigong practitioner who studies and perfo…
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Doctor Johnson is the senior abbot of Bian Hua Gong (The Temple of Change and Transformation) in California. This video delves into his 57 years of studying esoteric Christian, Daoist, and Buddhist mysticism and how he now focuses on educating others in martial, medical qigong, and mystical teachings for personal and spiritual transformation. Pleas…
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Curious about how the power of meditation can transform your life? Davidji is a globally recognized meditation teacher and author. Creator of the 21-day meditation process, Davidji has taught millions of people around the world to heal their hearts, plant powerful intentions and manifest their dream lives. His teachings on stress release, conflict …
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Send us a text Liu Yiming was one of the greatest Daoists of the eighteenth century, with numerous writings on all the Daoist classics. He corresponded with numerous disciples and other devout lay people throughout the country, describing in many cases his owns travails on the Path and the various teachers he learned with. He may then provide spiri…
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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 for the 2 year 500 hour full program https://somadaoqi…
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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 for the 2 year 500 hour full program https://somadaoqi…
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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 soon. Here is the course link: https://somadaoqigong.c…
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In the quest for spiritual growth and understanding, few traditions offer as deep and holistic a perspective as the ancient Vedic teachings. Our latest podcast episode features Acharya Shunya, an esteemed spiritual leader and the first female head of her 2,000-year-old Vedic lineage. Throughout this episode, Shunya shares her unique insights into t…
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Today’s episode titled “Relax! You are Okay!” is the second part of Leo’s and my conversation with Cara Conroy-Lau, a Kiwi with a Chinese mom now practicing Chinese medicine and Buddhism in Canada. For this portion, we focus more specifically on the female perspective, both on the giving and on the receiving end of caring. I really appreciate Cara’…
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Send us a text Xiaoyao ventures into the Mundus Imaginalis, and finds strangeness, unexpected encounters and … welcome. “Joyful the moment when we sat in the bower, Thou and I; In two forms and two faces—with one soul, Thou and I. The colour of the garden and the song of the birds give the elixir of immortality The instant we come into the orchard,…
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Send us a text Xiaoyao enters a hidden chamber and witnesses a strange dance, before learning more about "medicine," the gathering of scattered medicine and use of it, and its exoteric and esoteric processes. The "Earth of Attention" (意土 yì tǔ) centering the ascending elements of hún (魂) and shén (神) against the descending elements of pò (魄) and ji…
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Willi Singleton is a Pennsylvania potter who's well-known among students and teachers of the Japanese way of tea as a maker of beautiful, lustrous teawares that are joy to use. Today we're sitting down with Willi in his Kempton, Pennsylvania studio, at the base of Hawk Mountain, to explore his creative process and the techniques and philosophy that…
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Uncover the mysteries of your body's energy systems with Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, as we traverse the convergence of Eastern spiritual traditions and Western science. One of the most prolific authors in the world on martial arts and qigong, Dr. Yang is known for using his scientific background to introduce ancient qigong theories and practices to weste…
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In today’s episode on “Olives and Porridge,” Leo Lok and I are talking to Cara Conroy-Lau. Cara is a beautiful global border-crossing practitioner of Chinese medicine and Buddhism who has ended up in Canada at the Clear Sky Meditation Centre in Cranbrook, after growing up in Singapore, New Zealand, and Japan. I loved our conversation for how it rev…
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Send us a text Zhuangzi tells the story of Tian Gen who meets the Man without a Name, one who wanders amongst and between the worlds, in a subtle realm with no borders. But how do we know when we have slipped into a subtle realm? There are a few indications: TIME feels different, flexible and shifting; PLACE is no longer so fixed and determinate; P…
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This inspirational episode promises insights into living a more present, aware, and connected life. Russell Delman, co-developer of The Embodied Life - a transformative approach to human potential, joins us to reveal how to reclaim your personal power by taking responsibility for your internal state, rather than blaming emotional imbalances on othe…
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Send us a text "Ru zi, ke jiao ye!" The Hermit tests Xiaoyao, who thinks that the Hermit will teach him about locating herbs in the mountains. The Reality, however .... SHOW NOTES: Xiaoyao Xingzhe, the self-styled carefree pilgrim, has lived and worked all over the world, having crossed the Gobi in a decrepit jeep, lived with a solitary monk in the…
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For today’s episode on “Living and Teaching the Way of Yin,” Leo Lok and I are once again joined by Kris González, Chinese medicine practitioner and herbalist, whose personal experience of motherhood has been influenced by her Korean mother and her Mexican mother-in-law. In addition to her clinical practice, she is also an educator offering evocati…
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Send us a text What ARE the "Perilous Realms," the "Unseen Lands' that Tolkien, Goethe, Coleridge, Wordsworth, C.S. Lewis and Henri Corbin have introduced to Western civilisation over the last century? What is the difference between wooly-headed daydreaming and actively employed imagination? And why do scientists and authors such as Iain McGilchris…
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Welcome to the Daoist MBA Podcast. My name is Diego Sanmiquel. I am a Daoist Priest, entrepreneur, Doctor of Medical Qigong, and C-Level Coach. This podcast aims to bridge the ethereal realm of spirituality with the tangible experiences of everyday life, integrating timeless wisdom with practical applications. Now more than ever. We must learn how …
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Ever felt like your workplace could use a breath of fresh air? Imagine a world where businesses thrive on passion, purpose, and play. Catherine Bell is a successful entrepreneur, business leader and best-selling author. She founded The Awakened Company - based on her book of the same name - which focuses on helping organizations create healthy corp…
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