#115 The Dao of Health, Sex & Longevity with Daniel Reid

There's something about the energy and spirit of Daniel Reid that makes you want to sit, listen and experience his wisdom. A bestselling author, leading expert on eastern philosophy and medicine, Reid has written several books and memoirs on Asian self-health, self-healing practices, Daoism, and his journey on this path. Living in Taiwan for 16 years studying and writing, Reid's international reputation stems from a deep understanding of traditional Chinese culture, Chinese medicine, and ancient Taoist health and longevity systems. In this conversation with Mason, Reid discusses how western medicine is failing society and will continue to as long as it tries to overcome nature. Contrastingly, he details the beauty and simplicity found in all aspects of the Daoist philosophy and spirituality, the way of respecting nature, and our innate ability to heal ourselves. Tune in for wisdom and healing.   Mason and Dan discuss:  -Doaist thought. -The Dao De Jing. -Qigong and tea-gong. -The Dao principle of Wu Wei. -The three powers of Daoism. -Following the flow of the Dao. -Personality types of the five Daoist elements. -The principle of Yin Yang and the five elements. -Quantum physics, Daoism and energy. -Drawing wisdom from essential nature. -Daoism on facing mortality/immortality.   Resources: Dan Reid website Oolong Tea.org The Art and Alchemy of Chinese Tea - Daniel Reid The Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity - Daniel Reid Shots From the Hip. Sex, Drugs, and The Tao - Daniel Reid Memoir  Energy, Light, and Luminous Space - Daniel Reid Memoir  Check Out The Transcript Here: https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/the-dao-of-health-sex-longevity-with-daniel-reid-ep-115