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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 growth. We look forward to your comments and questions. Please rate and review!
Episodes
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
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 to Learn more about the Nei Gong course.
TAP HERE to Learn more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
Wednesday Jan 10, 2024
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 to Learn more about the upcoming course.
TAP HERE to Learn more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
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 have learned and now teach, any committed meditation journey begins with the study of both, but with an initial dedication to the somatic, instinctual, visceral, and existential renewal of Nèi Gōng 内功.
A contemporary Nèi Gōng practice begins with learning about and embodying your meridians, exploring subtle aspects of Qi circulation, Qi wounds, and Self Healing (Nei Yang Gong), as well as connecting with your Energy Centers (Dān Tián 丹田), all while opening your Microcosmic Orbit and Energy Gates/Portals/Apertures (Qiào 竅), and becoming very skillful in several forms of Shaolin and Daoist Breathwork.
What is Nei Gong?
Nèi Gōng 内功 can be translated as ‘Inner Practice or Cultivation’, subtle skills, or what happens beneath what can be seen. The Term Nèi 内 also implies the boundary between Separation and Non-Separation – an essential aspect of Daoist Cultivation.
The term Nèi Gōng can be used in a martial arts, a Qì Gōng 氣功, a meditation, or in any other spiritual practice context. For the purpose of easy communication, I will refer to Nèi Gōng as if it is a distinct branch of practice that focuses on Cultivating Inner Awareness.
With regular Nèi Gōng practice, you are beginning the journey of re-discovering your Innate Experiential/Existential Nature (Xìng 性) and your Aliveness Potential (Mìng 命). This practice also brings your subtle Energy Systems, Internal Organs, Meridians, Energy Centers (Dan Tian), and your Six Innate Minds (Yuán Xīn 元心), as well as your Energy Gates into balance – (including specific Acupuncture points, trees, rocks, waterfalls, or other places in Nature that feel just right).
TAP HERE to Learn more about the upcoming course.
TAP HERE to Learn more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
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 have learned and now teach, any committed meditation journey begins with the study of both, but with an initial dedication to the somatic, instinctual, visceral, and existential renewal of Nèi Gōng 内功.
A contemporary Nèi Gōng practice begins with learning about and embodying your meridians, exploring subtle aspects of Qi circulation, Qi wounds, and Self Healing (Nei Yang Gong), as well as connecting with your Energy Centers (Dān Tián 丹田), all while opening your Microcosmic Orbit and Energy Gates/Portals/Apertures (Qiào 竅), and becoming very skillful in several forms of Shaolin and Daoist Breathwork.
What is Nei Gong?
Nèi Gōng 内功 can be translated as ‘Inner Practice or Cultivation’, subtle skills, or what happens beneath what can be seen. The Term Nèi 内 also implies the boundary between Separation and Non-Separation – an essential aspect of Daoist Cultivation.
The term Nèi Gōng can be used in a martial arts, a Qì Gōng 氣功, a meditation, or in any other spiritual practice context. For the purpose of easy communication, I will refer to Nèi Gōng as if it is a distinct branch of practice that focuses on Cultivating Inner Awareness.
With regular Nèi Gōng practice, you are beginning the journey of re-discovering your Innate Experiential/Existential Nature (Xìng 性) and your Aliveness Potential (Mìng 命). This practice also brings your subtle Energy Systems, Internal Organs, Meridians, Energy Centers (Dan Tian), and your Six Innate Minds (Yuán Xīn 元心), as well as your Energy Gates into balance – (including specific Acupuncture points, trees, rocks, waterfalls, or other places in Nature that feel just right).
TAP HERE to Learn more about the upcoming course.
TAP HERE to Learn more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
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 have learned and now teach, any committed meditation journey begins with the study of both, but with an initial dedication to the somatic, instinctual, visceral, and existential renewal of Nèi Gōng 内功.
A contemporary Nèi Gōng practice begins with learning about and embodying your meridians, exploring subtle aspects of Qi circulation, Qi wounds, and Self Healing (Nei Yang Gong), as well as connecting with your Energy Centers (Dān Tián 丹田), all while opening your Microcosmic Orbit and Energy Gates/Portals/Apertures (Qiào 竅), and becoming very skillful in several forms of Shaolin and Daoist Breathwork.
What is Nei Gong?
Nèi Gōng 内功 can be translated as ‘Inner Practice or Cultivation’, subtle skills, or what happens beneath what can be seen. The Term Nèi 内 also implies the boundary between Separation and Non-Separation – an essential aspect of Daoist Cultivation.
The term Nèi Gōng can be used in a martial arts, a Qì Gōng 氣功, a meditation, or in any other spiritual practice context. For the purpose of easy communication, I will refer to Nèi Gōng as if it is a distinct branch of practice that focuses on Cultivating Inner Awareness.
With regular Nèi Gōng practice, you are beginning the journey of re-discovering your Innate Experiential/Existential Nature (Xìng 性) and your Aliveness Potential (Mìng 命). This practice also brings your subtle Energy Systems, Internal Organs, Meridians, Energy Centers (Dan Tian), and your Six Innate Minds (Yuán Xīn 元心), as well as your Energy Gates into balance – (including specific Acupuncture points, trees, rocks, waterfalls, or other places in Nature that feel just right)
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 HERE to see Michaels's Patreon Page
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Ep 9 - Cannabis and Qi Gong - The Pros and Cons - Part Two
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Friday Feb 17, 2023
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, and Addiction. He has helped thousands of people use Medical Cannabis to help resolve life-destroying conditions and experiences.
Like all things in life, Cannabis may be the best or the worst medicine for any individual, or Spiritual practice.
Here is the link to Part One:
https://primordialdaopresentdao.podbean.com/e/ep-9-cannabis-and-qi-gong-the-pros-and-cons/
If you want to try some free classes, go to:
https://www.qigongcourses.online/
If you are interested in the Soma Dao Qi Gong courses, please tap on:
If you would like to contact Michael, here are some options:
somadaoqigong@gmail.com
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Ep 9 - Cannabis and Qi Gong - The Pros and Cons - Part One
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Friday Feb 17, 2023
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, and Addiction. He has helped thousands of people use Medical Cannabis to help resolve life-destroying conditions and experiences.
Like all things in life, Cannabis may be the best or the worst medicine for any individual, or Spiritual practice.
Here is the link to Part Two:
https://primordialdaopresentdao.podbean.com/e/ep-9-cannabis-and-qi-gong-the-pros-and-cons-part-two/
If you want to try some free classes, go to:
https://www.qigongcourses.online/
If you are interested in the Soma Dao Qi Gong courses, please tap on:
If you would like to contact Michael, here are some options:
somadaoqigong@gmail.com
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Ep - 8 - Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness - part two
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
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 relating to your unconscious needs for awareness and healing.
Here is the link to Part One:
https://primordialdaopresentdao.podbean.com/e/ep-8-bringing-the-unconscious-into-consciousness/
If you want to try some free classes, go to:
https://www.qigongcourses.online/
If you are interested in the Soma Dao Qi Gong courses, please tap on:
If you would like to contact Michael, here are some options:
somadaoqigong@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/somadaoqigong
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Ep - 8 - Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness - part one
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
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 relating to your unconscious needs for awareness and healing.
Here is the link to Part Two:
If you want to try some free classes, go to:
https://www.qigongcourses.online/
If you are interested in the Soma Dao Qi Gong courses, please tap on:
If you would like to contact Michael, here are some options:
somadaoqigong@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/somadaoqigong
Monday Dec 12, 2022
Ep - 7 - Teaching Qi Gong in 2022 - Part Two
Monday Dec 12, 2022
Monday Dec 12, 2022
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-gong-in-2022-part-one/
If you want to try some free classes, go to:
https://app.podia.com/products
If you are interested in the Soma Dao Qi Gong courses, please tap on the following:
If you would like to contact Michael, here are some options:
somadaoqigong@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/somadaoqigong