37 episodes

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!

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    • Religion & Spirituality

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!

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

    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 Patreon Page

    • 47 min
    Ep - 14 - What is the Muscle Tendon Change (Yi Jin Jing)? - Part One

    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 Patreon Page
     
     

    • 1 hr 16 min
    Ep - 13 - The Unexpected Intimacy of Inner Cultivation - Part Two

    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

    • 44 min
    Ep - 13 - The Unexpected Intimacy of Inner Cultivation - Part One

    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
     
     

    • 1 hr 6 min
    Ep - 12 - 49 Days of an Embodied Spiritual Practice

    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 the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course
    TAP HERE to see Michaels's Patreon Page

    • 1 hr 12 min
    Ep - 11 - Zen, Daoist Alchemy (Nei Dan and Xian Tai), and Apophatic Realization - Part Two

    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 more about the Qi Gong Teacher Training Course
    TAP HERE to see Michaels's Patreon Page

    • 55 min

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