A Daoist Practice Journal, Book 3: Qigong, Seasonal Food Cures And Daoist Cultivation by Michael Rinaldini
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Overview: A Daoist Practice Journal, Book 3: Qigong, Seasonal Food Cures & Daoist Cultivation is the third and last book in a series on the practices of modern-day, western Daoist priest, Shifu Michael Rinaldini (Lichangdao). This book consists of journal entries from December 21, 2016 to December 21, 2018. This book continues where Book 2 left off on October 6, 2016.Topics included in Book 3 include seasonal food cures, qigong, the value of retreats, and more insights on Zuowang meditation, covering key points like emptiness, duality, non-duality, silence and solitude, plus the essential ways that a Daoist grows in their heart. And so much more.ReviewsThis latest volume of A Daoist Practice Journal is another gem. Throughout the book we see that Daoism is not just philosophy, but rather a lived experience of seeking along the Way. Readers and students cultivating the Dao will see what the ups and downs of life are actually like for an experienced practitioner, as Michael weaves together a narrative of his own practice of meditation, Qigong, Taiji, contemplation, and teaching. He also discusses seemingly mundane aspects of life such as cooking and interpersonal encounters, which we also see are opportunities to cultivate. In my own copy of volume one of this series, Michael hand wrote the inscription, “Realize Not Two.” This book is a rare look at one person’s journey to doing just that. Henry McCann, DAOM, Lac., a 12th generation lineage holder of Chen Taijiquan, a 3rd generation lineage holder of Hunyuan Taijiquan, and an inheritor of a lineage of Daoist Neigong originating with Chen TuanI first encountered Michael Rinaldini through his book A Daoist Practice Journal: Come Laugh With Me. In his latest book, Michael continues his gentle journey to greater health and clarity. With his trademark style of journaling which includes both personal notes and teaching points, Michael brings to life methods of altering ones qigong practices and eating habits throughout the seasons to harmonize with nature and the Dao. This brings great depth and insight to the interplay of yin and yang as it applies to daily life. Whether you have a general interest in Daoism or, like me, are a qigong teacher and herbalist, there is an ever-deeper level of learning and Michael Rinaldini is an excellent guide on the pathless path of the Dao.Christopher Collins, Publisher-The Empty Vessel Magazine. I highly recommend the third volume of Shifu Michael Rinaldini’s A Daoist Practice Journal. Taking us on a journey of consciousness spanning two years, the third Journal is a microcosm of Daoist ideas, inspiration, and information. It extends from the most sublime conceptions of the enlightened mind (seeing the universe as “Not Two”) to the mundane concerns of everyday life (cut grass, sweep garage).An ordained Daoist priest in northern California and founder of the American Dragon Gate Lineage, Shifu Michael explores what it means to be a Daoist in 21st century America. He counters the stereotype of Daoism as a pathway of personal reflection removed from “the world” by offering many examples of the deep compassion at the heart of Daoist practice, such as working with a disabled qigong student and bringing healing to seniors in their 90s and beyond. We follow Michael on retreats, and share his frustrations as well as the insights that come from entering the quiet within, often with input from the excellent authors he reads and generously credits. Linda Holt, M.A., D.Litt., author of Viewing Meister Eckhart through the Bhagavad Gita, and White Tiger-Green Dragon and Black Tortoise-Red Raven.
Genre: Non-Fiction, General
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