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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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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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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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The Jade Dragon Podcast

Dr. David Lloyd, D.Ac, R.Ac, R.TCMP

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Welcome to The Jade Dragon Podcast, your guide to holistic well-being and self-discovery. Join us on a journey through the realms of mindfulness, fitness, ancient wisdom, and the pursuit of a balanced, vibrant life. Hosted by Dr. David Lloyd, in each episode, we explore a diverse range of topics that empower you to embrace a healthier, more harmonious existence. From the gentle art of meditation to the dynamic world of fitness, from ancestral diets rooted in tradition to the potent healing p ...
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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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Welcome to the Jade Dragon Podcast, where host David Lloyd delves into the ancient wisdom of Chinese philosophy, Qigong, herbal medicine, and Taoism. In this episode, we explore the profound Taoist concept of simplicity, or Pu, and its relevance in our modern world. Join us as we unravel the traditional Taoist perspective on simplicity, examining t…
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I spent years of my life struggling with the pressures of society, stressed about making the bills, trying my damndest to become what I considered to be a person of high regard, and keeping up with the Jones’, which, frankly, I was never particularly good at. And then I heard about the wu wei mindset.… Continue reading Discover Wu Wei: The Daoist M…
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Welcome back to the Jade Dragon podcast! Join host David Lloyd as we delve into the profound connection between Chinese philosophy, Qigong, and modern science. In this episode, we explore the timeless wisdom of living in harmony according to Taoist principles. Discover the essence of the Tao, the natural flow of life, and how the ancient sages unde…
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Enjoy this guided meditation and the accompanying script, which will help you to heal painful emotions. Here are the instructions, step by step: Here’s a concise step-by-step guide for the meditation on navigating emotions: 1. **Get Comfortable**: Sit comofortably and close your eyes. 2. **Box Breathing**: Inhale through your nose for four counts, …
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Welcome back to the Jade Dragon Podcast with your host, David Lloyd. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating intersection of ancient Chinese medicine and modern science, focusing on the role of mitochondria in energy production and its parallels with the concept of qi. Discover how these tiny powerhouses within our cells relate to the vital …
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In this episode of the Jade Dragon Podcast, host David Lloyd delves into the transformative effects of Qigong on the nervous system. Explore how this ancient Chinese practice can harmonize the body and mind, drawing insights from both traditional Chinese medicine and modern scientific research. Qigong, a form of moving meditation, promotes health, …
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Welcome to the Jade Dragon podcast, where today's episode delves into the concept of Qi, a cornerstone of Chinese philosophy and medicine. Whether you're a newcomer to Qigong, intrigued by Taoist teachings, or familiar with Qi through Chinese medicine, this discussion is for you. Explore the essence of Qi, its manifestations in the body and the nat…
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Today on The Daily Meditation we’re taking a deep dive into Ho’oponopono meditation technique, a method that is beco9ming incredibly popular but which is often misunderstood. The good news is that when done properly, you’ll find there’s perhaps no better meditation than Ho’oponopono for self healing. Sadly, from my personal experience in teaching t…
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How do we decide in each moment on the best path towards píng 平 (“equilibrium” or “balance”) in the spirit of Chinese medicine? How do we calibrate our responses to external factors and decide between action and non-action? What do we use (and teach) as criteria for this process of actively cultivating or passively nurturing our True Nature? How do…
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Today on The Daily Meditation we’re diving into Koan Meditation, a traditional form of Buddhist meditation technique. I’ve created a tutorial for you, along with a guided meditation and podcast episode so that you can learn all about the wonderful practice of Koan Meditation. What Is Koan Meditation? Koan Meditation is a technique in which… Continu…
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Today here ar The Daily Meditation, we dived deep into the traditional Daoist Meditation Zuowang, and we’d love to share our experience with you. Zuowang, meaning “sitting in forgetfulness,” is a Daoist meditation practice aimed at transcending the ego and experiencing a state of pure emptiness. Rooted in Daoism, it is a path to unity… Continue rea…
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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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Today on The Daily Meditation we delve into Taoist breathing techniques, one of the main forms of Taoist meditation. Similar to other types of meditative breathing, these exercises can help to promote calmness and wellness and also connect us to control chi. Taoist Breathing Technique Video Script Welcome to this guided Taoist meditation session. T…
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The following is my advanced Vipassana meditation script, perfect for going deeper in your mindfulness practice and debeloping imsight. Advanced Vipassana Meditation Script Welcome to this advanced Vipassana meditation session. Take a moment to get comfortable and gently close your eyes. Let’s begin with a deep breath in through the nose to a count…
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Let me tell you the story of how meditation changed my life. When I was a teenager and into my early 20s, my mental health was a mess. I was the most emotional man of all time—I’m pretty sure I still am. I would get emotional over anything. For instance, I remember this one time… Continue reading How I Changed My Life With Meditation…
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In this article and video we look at the different visualization techniques used in meditation. 3 Different Visualization Techniques There are three main types of visualization. The first, which I’m sure you’re familiar with, is simply visualizing something relaxing. For instance, visualizing yourself sitting by the sea or in a calm, peaceful setti…
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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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In this guided meditation for self belief we reflect on our core character strengths, how they have helped us in the past and how they will help us in the future. Script Hello and welcome to this wonderful guided meditation for self-belief. Take a moment to get comfortable, and when you’re ready, gently close your… Continue reading Guided Meditatio…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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