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Essay, General, Zhuangzi/Daoism

On Dreams

A blind spot which often arises from dualistic thinking is the False Dichotomy. For example: the assumption that the waking … Continue reading On Dreams

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Kung Fu Discussion Group, Episode 8: Martial Ethics & The Code of the Xia
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Kung Fu Discussion Group, Episode 8: Martial Ethics & The Code of the Xia

This episode is all about the Ethical aspect of practicing Martial Arts. The Triple Alliance of Volcano Hands Uncle Sickness, … Continue reading Kung Fu Discussion Group, Episode 8: Martial Ethics & The Code of the Xia

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Crossing Hands Episode 1: Jonathan Pritchard
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Crossing Hands Episode 1: Jonathan Pritchard

Crossing Hands is a Chinese Martial Arts term, used to describe two individuals engaging in a bout to compare their … Continue reading Crossing Hands Episode 1: Jonathan Pritchard

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Kung Fu Discussion Group, Episode 7: Recovery Practice
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Kung Fu Discussion Group, Episode 7: Recovery Practice

A most vital topic is covered in this episode: Recovery Practice. Learn the open secret that separates those who advance … Continue reading Kung Fu Discussion Group, Episode 7: Recovery Practice

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Kung Fu Discussion Group, Episode 6: The Importance of Anatomical Targets

Episode 6 focuses on perhaps the most critical, yet neglected, area of Martial Arts: Anatomical Targets. Join e-Dad Number 1 … Continue reading Kung Fu Discussion Group, Episode 6: The Importance of Anatomical Targets

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Tanglang Theory

Image Training & Body Models Part 3

螳螂之體/Tanglang Zhi Ti – Tanglang’s Body:   梅花太極手﹐寒雞步猴勢﹔太極手千變萬化﹐寒雞步變化無窮。 Plum Flower Taiji Hands, Cold Chicken Steps, & Monkey Disposition; Taiji Hands … Continue reading Image Training & Body Models Part 3

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Bagua Theory

Image Training & Body Models Part 2

八卦掌之四特性/Baguazhang Zhi Si Texing – Baguazhang’s Four Characteristics: •龍形 – Dragon Shape: 走/Zou-Walking must be smooth, continuous, & circular, guided … Continue reading Image Training & Body Models Part 2

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Xingyi Theory

Image Training & Body Models Part 1

形意拳之六型/Xingyiquan Zhi Liu Xing- Xingyiquan’s Six Models:   •雞腿 – Chicken Legs: The thighs rub each other in passing, the … Continue reading Image Training & Body Models Part 1

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尹氏八卦掌八形掌法/Yin Shi Baguazhang Ba Xing Zhang Fa – Yin Style Baguazhang’s Eight Animals Palm Method
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尹氏八卦掌八形掌法/Yin Shi Baguazhang Ba Xing Zhang Fa – Yin Style Baguazhang’s Eight Animals Palm Method

乾卦獅形連環掌/Qian Gua Shi Xing Lianhuan Zhang – Qian Gua Lion Shape Interlocking Palm: 削/Xiao – Sweeping, 碴/Cha – Cutting, 劈/Pi … Continue reading 尹氏八卦掌八形掌法/Yin Shi Baguazhang Ba Xing Zhang Fa – Yin Style Baguazhang’s Eight Animals Palm Method

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ON EMPTY FORCE -or- Advanced Martial Arts & Magical Thinking vs Actual Magic
Essay, Qigong & Meditation

ON EMPTY FORCE -or- Advanced Martial Arts & Magical Thinking vs Actual Magic

This subject involves reality being affected by concentrated force of will & is considered pure fraud by academics. But this … Continue reading ON EMPTY FORCE -or- Advanced Martial Arts & Magical Thinking vs Actual Magic

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