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Oh! deepchild, you are referring to an Indian system.

gossamer, there are some out there that do make a living off supposedly selling the Dao/ Tao. They do charge a lot and require you to buy their CD's, books and to attend seminars. Afterwords they leave you to your own and do not provide input on the methods practiced. I can think of several supposed Daoist teachers that do this. I feel that this is wrong and the students can make many mistakes along the way, even harming their own health. This is wrong, IMO, and the teachers like this are irresponsible. On the subject of the DDJ, I'd agree with, Mak_Tin_Si, Daoism is more than just a book. It doesn't matter how many books you own, without a good teacher how can you expect to learn the way. I also stick to my assertion that some amount of money is necessary to provide for the teachers needs. The mystical idea of no need for any money is absurd in my opinion. Teachers are human to. They need clothes, shelter, food and etc.. The ideal of a master living off heavenly dew and air only is a common one, but I have, yet to meet a teacher that can do this.

I don't believe it's bad to have to pay a fee to learn something. How is the teacher suppose to provide for themselves? If it is an exorbitant fee that would be different.

I myself don't care what other people think. I know that we are cable of more than what is thought. The mind, Body and Spirit are powerful things. I'm learning more about Taoism/ Daoism everyday.

.I've heard of such things and have written things down that I thought came within dreams. But, I'm not sure that this is a healthy process psychology wise. By that I mean, a lot of people will think your crazy.

I always thought that dreaming is a bad thing. That the mind is not focused or whatever before sleeping.

I have heard as one progresses on there path, they dream less. By that I mean, they have more restful sleep.

Thanks for your reply, keeping my family safe is of great importance to me. Regards,

I'd like to think that I'm advanced enough to empower them with protection. We have two automobiles an I've used both set of beads, though I do not claim to be a "master."

Dear_Mak_Tin_Si, Thanks for the advice. What do you think about using some sort of Fu on the rear view mirror? I personally use a rosary or prayer beads for protection. What are your thoughts on this?

Hi deepchild, Welcome to the forum. I have never heard of 7 elements. I do know of 4 or 5 elements.

shontonga, Yes, will power is said to be stored in the kidneys.

Hi Mak, So basically it's a charm then?

That is true, Stigweard. My comment was not meant to act as a guide to find a master. I was merely stating that a true master need not show off their true skill level. Especially for self aggrandizement.

True, a real master need not demonstrate their skills.

Many things are possible, but somethings are improbable.

I don't believe it! Perhaps one day I'll be proved wrong.

No, you'll be fine. Yoga and acupuncture are not a problem.

Ralis, Can you be more vague? What type of Chi Kung/ Qigong claims to do this?

True, I have never heard of the Ba Gua or the I Ching being used as mantras.

Mak_Tin_Si, I'm not sure I follow you. Can you elaborate more on this FU?

Yes, hair is related to the Water element. Which includes the kidneys, urinary bladder, and adrenals.

Hello Everyone, I just wanted to take time to introduce myself. I am a student of and am learning Yang Style Tai-Chi Chuan. I hope by joining the community here I can in someway share and gain more knowledge.

Thanks for the cup of tea, Stigweard!

Hi Sigweard, good to know there will be others to welcome me. I like my tea hot.