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Consistency Without Desire daodejing lao tzu tao te ching taoism taoist philosophy taoist principles training cycles training tips video Dec 25, 2025

By Paul Cavel

"Consistency without desire". Of all the wisdom shared within the 
Tao Te Ching, this line finds its way back to me time and again.

Students often share with me their goals for training. I can relate to the honest intent that underscores these aspirations, especially in regards to heali...

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Tune in to the Water Element five elements gods qigong guided practice qigong exercise reduce stress relaxation relaxation exercise video water element practice Dec 18, 2025

 

Follow along to this qigong exercise to tune in to the Water Element. Release stress and anxiety, and become grounded.

 

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Two Minutes to Breathe, Relax & Let Go belly breathing breathing guided practice relaxation relaxation exercise taoist breathing training tips video Dec 16, 2025

 

Follow along to this two-minute breathing exercise to ground, relax and let go.

 

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Secrets of Taoism: Healing with Neigong heaven & earth qigong neigong taoism training video Sep 29, 2025

In this talk with Chris Cinnamon of Chicago Tai Chi, I discuss how to start a qigong and tai chi practice.

I discuss in-depth the 16 neigong and how Heaven and Earth Qigong bridges beginning to advanced training in the Water Method.

Start with Part 1

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Secrets of Taoism: How to Cultivate Qi neigong qi qigong tai chi taoism training cycles training tips video water method Sep 10, 2025

In this talk with Chris Cinnamon of Chicago Tai Chi, I discuss the Taoist Water Method, including how to:

* Develop your qi

* Open up and balance your body

* Avoid injury and maintain your practice over long periods of time.

I also discuss the difference between qigong and the 16 neigong as a...

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