Best primordialdaopresentdao Podcasts (2025)

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Ep - 19 - Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part Two 1:42:19

4M ago1:42:19

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Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part Two Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part OneBy primordialdaopresentdao

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EP - 19 - Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part One 1:24:53

4M ago1:24:53

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Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part One Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part TwoBy primordialdaopresentdao

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Ep - 18: Exploring Pain and Vulnerability with Qing Zhi Bing 1:34:09

5M ago1:34:09

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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 outline: Embodied Psychotherapy, Spiritual Recapitulation…

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Ep - 17 - Embodied Psychotherapy, Spiritual Recapitulation, and Traditional Chinese Medicine 1:31:50

7M ago1:31:50

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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/By primordialdaopresentdao

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Ep - 16 - Medical Qi Gong - Enhancing Your Innate Healing Abilities (video) 2:23:20

12M ago2:23:20

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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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Ep - 16 - Medical Qi Gong - Enhancing Your Innate Healing Abilities (audio) 2:23:20

12M ago2:23:20

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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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Ep - 15 - Who Needs Therapeutic Qi Gong? 1:40:35

12M ago1:40:35

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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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Ep - 14 - What is the Muscle Tendon Change (Yi Jin Jing)? - Part Two 47:10

1y ago47:10

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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 Patreon Page…

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Ep - 14 - What is the Muscle Tendon Change (Yi Jin Jing)? - Part One 1:16:30

1y ago1:16:30

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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 Patreon Page…

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Ep - 13 - The Unexpected Intimacy of Inner Cultivation - Part Two 44:39

1y ago44:39

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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 SmithBy primordialdaopresentdao

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Ep - 13 - The Unexpected Intimacy of Inner Cultivation - Part One 1:06:47

1y ago1:06:47

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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 SmithBy primordialdaopresentdao

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Ep - 12 - 49 Days of an Embodied Spiritual Practice 1:12:08

1+ y ago1:12:08

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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 the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course TAP HERE to see Mic…

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Ep - 11 - Zen, Daoist Alchemy (Nei Dan and Xian Tai), and Apophatic Realization - Part Two 55:22

1+ y ago55:22

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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 more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course TAP HE…

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Ep - 11 - Zen, Daoist Alchemy (Nei Dan and Xian Tai), and Apophatic Realization - Part One 1:02:34

1+ y ago1:02:34

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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 more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course TAP HE…

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Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part Three 1:24:39

1+ y ago1:24:39

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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 Dao Huan Yuan tradition of Daoist Cultivation that I…

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Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part Two 42:28

1+ y ago42:28

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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 Dao Huan Yuan tradition of Daoist Cultivation that I…

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Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part One 50:14

1+ y ago50:14

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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 Dao Huan Yuan tradition of Daoist Cultivation that I…

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Ep 9 - Cannabis and Qi Gong - The Pros and Cons - Part Two 1:00:01

2+ y ago1:00:01

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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 primarily focuses on complex Autoimmune Diseases, Trauma, a…

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Ep 9 - Cannabis and Qi Gong - The Pros and Cons - Part One 53:58

2+ y ago53:58

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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 primarily focuses on complex Autoimmune Diseases, Trauma, a…

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Ep - 8 - Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness - part two 44:00

2+ y ago44:00

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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 several perspectives and practical approaches to rela…

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Ep - 8 - Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness - part one 1:04:46

2+ y ago1:04:46

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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 several perspectives and practical approaches to rela…

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Ep - 7 - Teaching Qi Gong in 2022 - Part Two 1:20:35

2+ y ago1:20:35

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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: https://primordialdaopresentdao.podbean.com/e/ep-7-teaching-qi…

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Ep - 7 - Teaching Qi Gong in 2022 - Part One 46:09

2+ y ago46:09

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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: https://primordialdaopresentdao.podbean.com/e/ep-7-teaching-qi-gong-in-…

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Ep - Six - Consciousness and Cognition - Part Two 1:10:50

3+ y ago1:10:50

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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!By primordialdaopresentdao

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Ep - Six - Consciousness and Cognition - Part One 46:18

3+ y ago46:18

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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!By primordialdaopresentdao

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Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part Two - Video 54:14

4y ago54:14

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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 of feeling deeper into your emotional experience. Esp…

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Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part One - Video 53:48

4y ago53:48

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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 of feeling deeper into your emotional experience. Espe…

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Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part Two - Audio 54:14

4y ago54:14

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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 of feeling deeper into your emotional experience. Esp…

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Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part One - Audio 53:48

4y ago53:48

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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 of feeling deeper into your emotional experience. Esp…

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EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-two-Audio 1:06:29

4y ago1:06:29

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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 discernment, and how a balanced path is the longest and most j…

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EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-one-Audio 33:11

4y ago33:11

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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, and how a balanced path is the longest and most joyful…

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EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-two -Video 55:30

4y ago55:30

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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 discernment, and how a balanced path is the longest and most j…

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EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-one-Video 33:11

4y ago33:11

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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, and how a balanced path is the longest and most joyful…

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EP - Three - Walking in a Good Way - part-two - Video 45:19

4+ y ago45:19

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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 of a 'trance-like' experience that turned his Daoist …

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EP - Three-Walking in a Good Way - part-one-Video 50:06

4+ y ago50:06

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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 of a 'trance-like' experience that turned his Daoist …

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EP - Three-Walking in a Good Way - part-two - audio 45:58

4+ y ago45:58

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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 of a 'trance-like' experience that turned his Daoist …

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EP-Three-Walking in a Good Way-part-one-audio 50:06

4+ y ago50:06

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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 of a 'trance-like' experience that turned his Daoist …

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EP - Two - Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part Two- Audio 40:08

4+ y ago40:08

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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 of their subtle meanings. The Practice of Embodied S…

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EP - Two - Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part One - Audio 48:39

4+ y ago48:39

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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 one's inner nature and experience of life) will be expl…

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EP - Two - Embodied Spiritual Warriorship - Part Two - Video 38:47

4+ y ago38:47

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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 of their subtle meanings. The Practice of Embodied S…

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EP - One - Coming Into Being - Part Two - Video 31:37

4+ y ago31:37

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One: Coming Into Being - Part TwoWelcome to Primordial Dao Present Dao 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…

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EP - One - Coming Into Being - Part One - Video 32:45

4+ y ago32:45

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One: Coming Into Being - Part OneWelcome to Primordial Dao Present Dao 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…

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Coming into Being - Episode One - Part Two (audio) 31:37

4+ y ago31:37

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One: Coming Into Being - Part TwoWelcome to Primordial Dao Present Dao 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 …

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Coming into Being - Episode One - Part One (audio) 32:45

4+ y ago32:45

32:45

One: Coming Into Being - Part OneWelcome to Primordial Dao Present Dao 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…

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