Ep - 19 - Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part Two
Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part Two Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part One
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 45
Primordial Dao Present Dao
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.
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EP - 19 - Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part One
Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part One Bi Gu - Metabolic and Spiritual Fasting - Part Two
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 44
Ep - 18: Exploring Pain and Vulnerability with Qing Zhi Bing
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, and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 43
Ep - 17 - Embodied Psychotherapy, Spiritual Recapitulation, and Traditional Chinese Medicine
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/
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 42
Ep - 16 - Medical Qi Gong - Enhancing Your Innate Healing Abilities (video)
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://somadaoqigong.com/500-hour-medical-qi-gong-therapist/ Healing is Innate – A First Healer Story The State Between Appreciation and Recognition (the origin of la...
Jun 01, 2024•2 hr 23 min•Ep. 41
Ep - 16 - Medical Qi Gong - Enhancing Your Innate Healing Abilities (audio)
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://somadaoqigong.com/500-hour-medical-qi-gong-therapist/ Healing is Innate – A First Healer Story The State Between Appreciation and Recognition (the origin of la...
Jun 01, 2024•2 hr 23 min•Ep. 40
Ep - 15 - Who Needs Therapeutic Qi Gong?
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.com/therapeutic-qi-gong-a-ten-month-journey/...
Jun 01, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 39
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...
Mar 13, 2024•47 min•Ep. 38
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...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 37
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
Mar 04, 2024•45 min•Ep. 36
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
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 35
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...
Jan 23, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 34
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...
Jan 10, 2024•55 min•Ep. 33
Ep - 11 - Zen, Daoist Alchemy (Nei Dan and Xian Tai), and Apophatic Realization - Part One
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 HERE to see Michaels's Patreon Page...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 32
Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part Three
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, instinctua...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 31
Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part Two
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, instinctua...
Sep 26, 2023•42 min•Ep. 30
Ep 10 - Nei Gong - An Intentional Unravelling - or a Wholehearted Reunion - Part One
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, instinctua...
Sep 26, 2023•50 min•Ep. 29
Ep 9 - Cannabis and Qi Gong - The Pros and Cons - Part Two
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 li...
Feb 17, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 28
Ep 9 - Cannabis and Qi Gong - The Pros and Cons - Part One
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 li...
Feb 17, 2023•54 min•Ep. 27
Ep - 8 - Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness - part two
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-th...
Jan 11, 2023•44 min•Ep. 26
Ep - 8 - Bringing the Unconscious into Consciousness - part one
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: https://primordialdaopresentdao.podbean.com/e/ep-8-bringing-th...
Jan 11, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 25
Ep - 7 - Teaching Qi Gong in 2022 - Part Two
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 cour...
Dec 12, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 24
Ep - 7 - Teaching Qi Gong in 2022 - Part One
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-2022-part-two/ 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, plea...
Dec 12, 2022•46 min•Ep. 23
Ep - Six - Consciousness and Cognition - Part Two
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!
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 22
Ep - Six - Consciousness and Cognition - Part One
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!
Jan 06, 2022•46 min•Ep. 21
Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part Two - Video
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. Especially, if you meditate as a part of your Spiritual Journey. In part One, Alex and Michael discuss emotion, instinct, trauma, and how these experienc...
Jul 29, 2021•54 min•Ep. 20
Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part One - Video
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. Especially, if you meditate as a part of your Spiritual Journey. In part One, Alex and Michael discuss emotion, instinct, trauma, and how these experience...
Jul 29, 2021•54 min•Ep. 19
Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part Two - Audio
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. Especially, if you meditate as a part of your Spiritual Journey. In part One, Alex and Michael discuss emotion, instinct, trauma, and how these experienc...
Jul 29, 2021•54 min•Ep. 18
Ep - Five - Emotional Intelligence, Daoism, and TCM - Part One - Audio
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. Especially, if you meditate as a part of your Spiritual Journey. In part One, Alex and Michael discuss emotion, instinct, trauma, and how these experienc...
Jul 29, 2021•54 min•Ep. 17
EP - Four - The Way of Enough - part-two-Audio
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 joyful path. A short review of the previous episodes is also shared. In Part Two, Michael discusses the four specific aspects of Life that need to be b...
Jul 20, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 16
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