Rickie

1 hour ago, Zhongyongdaoist said:

 

In the U.S., there is the program of Jerry Alan Johnson, the beginning of which is described here:

 

 

The rest of this can be found on Professor Johnson's site:

 

The Temple of the Celestial Cloud Daoist training program

 

As well as information on Professor Johnson's background, training, books and DVDs available, etc.

 

There is a student of his here, qicat, though she has posted about going to China and while she has been on recently may not be available soon.

 

I have the Volumes one to four of Professor Johnson's Medical Qigong texts, the earlier edition not the present one, and all Eight of his primary texts on Daoist magic.  They are full of good information, his new books on Chinese Energetic Medicine, if they have material like their predecessors, could probably be used as beginning books in these studies, even by someone with a real aptitude studying on their own.  Though most people cannot learn this type of thing without guidance and so self-study is not recommended.

 

ZYD

"self study is not recommended"  I understand that so what is a guy like me to do?

56 minutes ago, Limahong said:

 

Good Morning Dada,

 

Recondition yourself with this - your personal signature tune for you to re-tune yourself.

 

 

Henceforth I will address you Dada-da.

 

- LimA

 

What's with the Dada thing?  I'm not following it?

35 minutes ago, Wu Ming Jen said:

Master Chen is launching a formal on-line Daoist Gui Yi Studies program.  The course is open to those seeking to deepen their Daoist studies as well as  Gui Yi's that are seeking Priest Ordination.

Requirements for Gui Yi Certification Only-  Level 1 Priest in training: Formal Application Process: Submit an essay as to why you want to be a priest? (Essay not required unless you seek Gui Yi Priest Certification) Three endorsements / recommendations due by the end of September Must Pass Quarterly Exams for Certification for Level I At the completion of the course a one week in person study with Master Chen (date TBD) Observation by Master Chen Visit Wudangchen.com for all info

Are you a student of his?

1 minute ago, Marblehead said:

Have you regained that condition?

 

Condition?  It's a state of mind.  I try to maintain it.  It's about youthfu l wonder.

5 hours ago, Kar3n said:

Well, my name is Karen and that spelling was already in use as an avatar on TDB, so I chose a 3 as a substitute for the e.

 

Three has a significance in many systems of practice and religons. It is a worthy and interesting google search.

I guess there are no other Rickies around here then.  FYI  Rickie is what I was called as a child.  I use it now as it represents a youthful, innocent and impressionable stage of my life.

Is anyone here a Taoist Priest or Priest in training?  I'm not sure if that is something I want to pursue yet?  Most of what I know and have experienced is the result of various books and readings, I've done over several decades and I'm looking for structure &OR guidance.  Thus I've come here.

10 hours ago, Kar3n said:

There is not really a guide per se, but I'm happy to help.

 

You can search forum and tech support or make a new thread there and I will answer your questions or you can message me for help.

 

Kar3n

TDB Mod Team

 

 

I'll look through tech support and find out how to search first.  If I don't get a feel for the flow after a day or two I'll post a question.

Kar3n is a unique spelling.  What does it mean? 

I'm trying to learn the lay of the land here and figure out how things work.  Is there a Q&A section or new person guide?  I'm not a big technology guy.

1 hour ago, Limahong said:

 

Good morning Dada,

 

Tsai Chin is back. She went to take curtain calls.

Where is Rickie?

 

- LimA

11 hours ago, Marblehead said:

Welcome back.  We thought you forgot your password.

 

Maybe not my password but maybe my way.  Distracted for

sure.

11 hours ago, Limahong said:

 

Hi Rickie,

 

Four years ago I wasn't borne re TDB - so you are my senoir. Howdy?

 

Yesterday once more ...

 

 

 

Why are you back? No need to answer if ...

 

Welcome back.

 

- LimA

Completing the circle I hope.

Thanks.  I'm back.  Almost 4 years.  Seems like yesterday.

New guy here. Just wanted to say hello and check this place out. I've been interested in and reading about (living?)Taiosm for many years.

Maybe I can pick up a few pointers here & learn a few things? Maybe it'll be fun just to hang out. :-)

Peace