What I love about Yin and Yang philosophy is that you can only be aware of something by contrast. So when youre feeling anxious you can realize that this anxiety can only exist against a background of peace, otherwise you wouldn't be able to notice it. So just like you can listen to the silence beneath sound, you can be aware of the peace beneath your fear.
u hit the nail on the head on that one. a musical symphony requires moments of silence beneath the sounds in order to give it flow. so in the same way, death is an essential part of life like the silence between the notes. death is needed to make room for more life. and if this is the case than surely life and death are only temporary.
Having studied most major Eastern Traditions to some extent (except Confucianism) I can't help but think that the East has such a healthier view of human nature and the world than the West.
ARNAB DAS Isn't it obvious? The East has been focusing on spirituality....the inner world, whereas the West has been doing the opposite, focusing on the material world and science. Remember, the key to everything is balance. If we want to create a harmonious world, we are going to need both. Spirituality + Science.
hmm. Well I am from the east and let me tell you bro the people I see are even less spiritual than the westerners i see in hollywood movies. sure people of the east have some notion of spirituality in them but they never actualize it in life. we want to be like america so much that you cannot even understand. our "healthier view" as Frank says is non-existent for the last 70 years. for me i can say i am confused. i do not know what i want.
Just wonderful, I been tryin to find out about "learning powerful methods to build your Chi energy" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Fellmeroni Rudimentary Chi - (search on google ) ? Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my neighbour got amazing results with it.
This is glorious, been searching for "learning powerful methods to build your Chi energy" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Fellmeroni Rudimentary Chi - (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my work buddy got amazing success with it.
Peace with a moment of chaos. Chaos with a moment of piece. The word promoting is one sided and to promote is to set it higher on the hierarchy. There is no better. Matter and Dark Matter adds up to the mass of 0 in the whole universe. What does that tell you?
Hello. I have recently only gone through things and have no one to relate to. I connected with someone and we were communicated to by infinjte. But we controlled. And the guy I connected to knows a lot more then me and he said “you can control it”. I know you don’t understand because I’m making so sense with so little detail. But there is so much my hands were even controlled to write a book. Please respond so I have someone to talk to who knows more than me. Thanks
I live in the U.S. and it's a scary place. I identify with taoism and am a peaceful person, but one cannot simply tolerate everything...in taoist teachings, how does one know when and how to act, react, resist, and protect? When society and the whole planet are unbalanced, how can balance be restored?
Theresa Uffner When there's too much fire, add some ice. When there's too much ice, add some fire. Same with push-pull, light-dark, etc. It's all about the balance!
To see that all life is guiding me in doing all that I do, at the time and manner meant to be done. All occurrences are as meant to be. Universal repulsion/attraction energy guides me from/to my compatibility. To see this is to be alert and present, and capable of responding proactively and cooperatively, instead of re-acting competitively. As I see life 'choosing' for me,, passivity? Quite the contrary. I am with the highest quality of efficiency in ability to 'do' all that I do. What I am doing is then realized as my true and authentic interests, desires, wants, hopes, wishes and needs. THAT S manifestation! Ego? A bolt of lightning killed a young tree! That s ego! It s ok to call it ego, as long as it is not embraced to be only a human inefficiency. Believing only humans to be afflicted, separate/distinct from all other lifes thing/beings I S suffering!
You see? 'tollerating' in this manner can be resistance, in that it is passivity. Tao provides awareness acceptance for one to be with full presence to respond cooperatively. This may mean calling the police, intervening, retreating or whatever. The point is,- the response is with balanced awareness/acceptance. No wrong/right, just response via the universes (Tao) repulsion/attraction energy guiding you from/to compatibility. See?
All that occurs is communication to you via actions, thoughts and words (like when a glass tips over and spills etc, its communicating to you the efficiency of your interactions, which expands/illuminates your intent and sincerity) for the purpose of repelling you away from or attracting you to, in part or whole, what you re compatible with. Like two water molecules attracted, a water/oil molecule repelled, two people , . etc. Personally, geograghically and so on. All life (Tao, universe, God, spirit,.) guides all life to where their compatible with, for the purpose of expansion. all are guided where they need to be. See?
So, you are life. As life you are not broken/screwed up/separate/distinct from all other lifes things and beings. All that happens is exactly as meant to be. All that you do, you agree, it agrees and so do I. For all life has you do all that you do, at the time and manner meant to be done. All life is assisting you in doing all that you are tasked (intent) with doing,- breathing, heartbeat, eating, sleeping, walking, thinking etc. When you bump your head, the object, your head and all involved are actually communicating to you life source energy for the purpose of your expansion. Everything is alive! Before grabbing that door handle, see into it, past all the star systems, see our earth and you!, looking at the door handle. This enhances the illumination of your intent and sincerity. Which then does same for A L L life! See?
A beautiful, helpful teaching. Thank you so much for sharing! An example of Taoism from the Hebrew Scriptures: There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance.
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I love this video so much!! I went to a Qi Gong class and try out last week. And next week I am going to try Tai Qi because obviously I found my body isn't balanced and it's time to get everything on track
Thank you George. I am new to Taoist way. I have been searching for a time for my answer to life. After much health problem i am finding more than just my body, however they are connected. I am looking forward to continuing (which i think will go on for the rest of my time and after) about the Tao. Thank you again.
Hey man, I just wanted to say that I love what your doing. I love how your videos hold much authenticity and honesty. I also appreciate the dream you have to spread peace with this culture. Here in the west, I'm finding it difficult to be around people who aren't interested in looking for purpose or at least appear that way. Everyone is a sceptic about new techniques I have to share and that's totally valid, I guess. There's this conflict I have between "being there for people - helping them find fulfilment" but being aware that these people don't show love back which is hard because it takes a lot of energy. There's a part of me that says that writing this is unnecessary. That it is merely keeping me in these low spirits. However, I do value what I am feeling at the moment. I am in a reflective mood. The day was very full on - not what I'm used to. I was happy to socialise and felt I was able to connect with people more but...maybe it's just new to me. I want to keep trying to reinforce my own purpose. I don't want to forget my new year's resolutions and all the work I've done to build who I am today. I realise that change takes time and that is important. Hahaha I guess it's all part of the fun huh. You know, maybe this is a type of help to the world. I suppose it's a sort of manifestation of what I want for the future of the world and my world. Should the only reason I want a change in my life be that there is a problem that needs fixing? No. I have needs, as humans do. I want to do my best to suffice my needs. Sometimes I forget that they are even needs - and this is all part of the process of life. What does the future look like for a growing soul? I don't know everything - or do I? How does one know something to be true? Data is useful for the surface matters of life, in fact, I don't disregard data in any way. Data is just a form of information in a form that expresses the idea's true form (as best we can at least). I think the trap is how that data is interpreted. Am I overthinking? No. Partly. I don't care.. :)
Nothing worth having comes easily. I trust you will find acceptance of your mortality. It's this concern that underlies all fear in the western mind...
A Facebook friend shared your video after I shared it in there, which pretty clear that this video added value not only for myself but also for him as well. Keep up the good work buddy
Munqith Alazzawi Thanks for you great deed in sharing the video! Many, either Chinese or non-Chinese, have come to find the abundance from Daoism( Mainly philosophy) and the significance for the world . But as in China itself, Daoism has not widely disseminated because Daoists originated much as hermits. The hermitage very much obstructed the development. So there is a lot for us to do. Us - despite of nationalities.
If only I didn't know the things about Facebook that I know. If only others knew the things about Facebook that I know. Do we have to file it under guerrilla tactics? Or are we selling our souls one millionth at a time? If we think the good we do outweighs the monster we feed with it, are we not already dinner?
Excellent presentation, George. Thank you Master Wu. I am a student of Taiji and Qigong, and have studied Taoist teachings. Perhaps you will do a segment on the six healing sounds. Keep breathing! Peace.
When i'm turning 18 i want to get the yinyang tattoo. It's such a beautiful and powerful meaning it's just gets me emotional. Like there are so many reasons. I can't see it as 2 different parts. I see it as a whole. A bonding. Yin and yang is in Everything. The world is like a yin and yang
Something that it did help me a lot was to ease on my expectations, be grateful, let things flow, stop trying too hard and letting go. With all these I found balance. Great video!
I’m so incredibly moved by this video, your mission and purpose of sharing the wisdom of Doist philosophy. It’s definitely helping me reflect on finding balance in my own life during this pandemic. Thank you for this wonderful content, I’m forever grateful.
Beautiful, thank-you for sharing this. I've been learning about "nutritional balancing", so applying the concept of yin/yang to nutrition! Like, who knew that was a thing? Mind-blowing.
George great work! I am in the 2nd phase of my age progression journey. :-) However, I am amazed by your simple unaffected path and the simplicity of Master Gu's tea time talks. You are making a difference! Don't quit.
I loved the quote 'if you frown in the mirror the mirror frowns back, if you smile in the mirror the mirror smiles back' so what you put out you will receive beautiful and very much align with recognising and working with the seasons and observing the abundance of nature - working with it raterthan against it. thank you for sharing loving the teachings
Man this whole series of videos is great ! I got interested in Daoism after some readings on European Stoicism and I find there are a lot of similarities between the two worldviews. But Daoism have that poetic joyness about it that just make it my favourite way of apprehending life I have been reading Laozi, Zhuangzi & Liezi on my own for the past couple of years and watching conferences about Daoism. But to learn about it from a chinese master in chinese mountains woah ! You took that to a whole other level :) I would have a suggestion of a question maybe for a next video. I feel like Daoism is a beautiful philosophy when you live in quiet retired place, a small village for example. However, sometimes applying this general benevolence and non-intervention (wuwei) can be pretty hard (dangerous?) when you live in modern big cities within the Western world. It might lead you to let people take advantage of you. So I guess my question would go something like: How to concile a Daoist way of living in a big city full of non-Daoist people ? Does not it make you a pray to malicious behaviors ? Maybe the answer is just to go live a simpler life closer to nature. Anyway, great concept, love it. Keep up the great work and many thanks to Master Gu & yourself George. Cheers from France !
I was drawn to both at college. Interesting to head someone else point out the similarities. In fact, I believe Stoicism did originate in a more feminine culture, perhaps the Goddess Mysteries.
Great question Charlie. I do think that adding some elements of stoicism and reducing unnecessary desires (not completely ignoring your needs of survivorship and socialization) toward the materialistic world can help you find a better balance in this secular and competitive society. Eating more vegetable less meat, applying a regular daily regime, meditating, spending time with people who brought positive energy are all good starts.
thank you so much for this video. This symbol means a lot to me, I'm getting a tattoo of it. I wanted life lesson tattoo'd on me forever. Balance in all things.
What I found beautiful about Daoism is its simplicity and practicality for everyday people. I have an interest in spirituality and have played the role of a seeker for many years. Having studied some Kabbalah, Sufism, Mystical Christianity, Chan, Vedanta, etc. I have discovered, like many others have before me, that the inner core of all of these vehicles harmony with an unknowable force (Void, Brahman, Logos, Ein Sof, Allah, etc.) The goal is to harmonize with the unknowable source of All. In Mystical Christianity it is called Theosis, in Daoism, it is to be in harmony with the Way, in Buddhism it is enlightenment, and in Vedanta it is Moksha. What I love about the Taoist Way is that, whereas all of the pageantries of the other faiths are beautiful in their imagery and mythology; the directness of the Dao is so simple and straightforward it takes much less time to begin the journey towards discovering ourselves than do vehicles with elaborate imagery and metaphysical claims. Thank you for posting this video.
You are an amazing individual George, I really enjoy your videos and actively trying to share them around. I think what you do is amazing and can't wait for more videos. Keep up the good work
After studying different religions i came to Taoism as the most useful for me. It was important that i studied Korean martial arts to find that solution.
Thanks Master Gu and George. As a long time "believer" (20+yrs - through readings of Alan Watts), I love seeing these videos here for the coming generations. Thank you.
Jim Pratt Canada is a beautiful country! I can consider setting a Wudang Taoist Wellness Wellness Academy Canada Branch. I can give workshop or train more coaches for the branch.
Master Gu, and George Thompson, together are very informative on the subject matter of Taoism!! They do such a good job in disseminating the information on Taoism, so the people are better informed. Keep up the good work, George!!
George have been watching your video and get a better understanding of taoism.. and certainly like to find out more ...I am Singaporean i am English educated .my late father left china at age 18 from guanzhou to look for a better life in singapore ..he is not educator and does not have time for his 12 children ... I am so glad and surprise that alot of westerners are into buddhism and your channel is very inspiring ... and it's in english 👏👏.Thanks again for sharing
The yin yang is drawn in such a way as to emphasize to us the dynamic of an ever evolving opposite forces. We must not be mislead that it is a perfect balance because if it is a perfect balance, then, the black and white should be split straight in the center and should look stagnant. The reason it is ever evolving is because precisely it is not balance. The yang, or the positive force is always slightly, ever so slightly stronger than the yin or the negative force. The dynamic is caused by the yin, the negative trying to chase after the yang the positive force to equalize it. But without success . Therefore that explain the constant chase. If it is a complete balance, then the good will never ever overcome the evil. Understanding this basic concept will allows us to appreciate all religion . The whole order of nature. To understand the fact that if something terrible happens , given time it will all be healed, by the power of the yang, the positive force.
You are arguing with definitions. The Dao spawned yin and yang for the very reason to be opposites. If they weren't, the whole thing wouldn't work. Where yang expands, yin HAS to shrink. They don't hold hands and agree to both prosper together.v They are beyond any analogous interpretation like warring factions or such.
I saw a crop circle that appeared yesterday 30/5/2020. such a beautiful and heartwarming message. it made me cry tears of happiness. tears of hope. thank you so much
The Tao doesn t 'teach' passivity in the form of non cooperative 'tollerance'. Awareness of life (Tao, God, spirit, universe,.) is seeing that all life guides all life in doing e x a c t l y as meant to be done, at the time and manner meant! As one embraces this, it is not passivity. Actually quite the contrary! As one sees life guiding them in all that they (and others) do, this illuminates within them the highest quality of efficiency within their ability to do all that they re guided in doing. This then becomes their revealed/realized true and authentic interests. It I s their wish, want, hope, desire and need. They then see life repelling/attracting them from/to their compatibility!!!, socially, academically, professionally, romantically and and and. One is left with a full presence to respond cooperatively instead of only a partial presence to react competitivelly. this may mean intervening, calling the police, retreating ,. See?
Look into my eyes!,- and begin travelling at beyond the speed of fright, to the center of the universe, and to your surprise! , the center of you! To thank the universe, to thank me, is to thank, you , , t o o . You re welcome. Thank you.
Instead of simply trying to find a balance between yin and yang (a western cliché), Daoism is more about trying to reach Dao, which is sometimes called "pure yang". The Yinyang school was different from the Daoist school in the warring state period. The yinyang symbol (taiji tu) was actually created by the neo-confucian school of thought. The specificity of Daoism is not the naive, simplistic and somewhat cliché notion of Yin and Yang as two opposite forces in balance in the universe but rather to transcends it and find what is beyong the changes of yin and yang... this is actually daoism.
I am carrying my personal Yin-Yang with me...all the time...wherever I go...in/with my hands..this is absolutely amazing to realize. I am really happy und thankful that you and Master Gu shared this with all of us.
For me the most fascinating is a concept of balance. We need a balance in every part of our life as well as a balance between us and the nature. And I have this feeling deep inside of me that I need this balance to live a peaceful life. Thank you for video it’s inspiring.
Excellent explanation by Master Gu! I love the final epilogue of this explanation with you two being the Yin and Yang but essentially sharing this wonderful philosophy with the world. Also I am always amazed by how you balance being humble and grounded but highly spiritual at the same time! Like a well-tuned piano all the keys coexist to produce a wonderful melody! 🎹📚📌🤍🖤☯
I spend many years doing tai-chi, qigong, meditation and going out into the nature and just be. That is pure medicine for the body and mind and bring one into a much better balance in life. Also i can really recommend gardening.
Learning to flow with life using Taoist Yin/ Yang philosophy would definitely help many , but not all people with mental health and addiction issues. Accepting change, and not struggling with holding on to ideas, beliefs and/or a set self image (the Underminer) could put people's minds at ease and help with living a peaceful, textured full life.
As a European Pagan, I am a firm believer that it and Taoism are not only compatible, but complimentary. Both are based in the ideas of natural law, it's repeating cycles, and how to live according to the laws of nature to either create happiness, or decrease suffering. Love the video. Thanks so much!
Understanding the differences between East and west schools of thought has been a cleansing process for me. Ironically, it would compliment the yin in the yang and the yang in the yin, but there needs balance and harmony. Also the current state of social media or culture in the west has become extremely polarized. It’s ALL right or ALL wrong, no in between on anything. I think that’s one point of frustration for me. This isn’t even a political observation but more of a cultural one. In order to help supplement the imbalance I used Taoist teaching and Dialectal Behavior Therapy. I found it very useful in my personal life both mentally and spiritually. I’m also a person in long term recovery from substances for over 8 years so the more tools at my disposal from two schools of thought have only benefitted me. Thank you for allowing me to share my experience here and best to everyone. ☯️ 🤍 🖤
This video has helped me to realize that the anxiety I have experienced throughout most of my life was simply related to a fear of change. Learning to be more open to change has been surprisingly helpful after most of the other things I've tried have not been effective. Thank you.
Well done George! You two expressed your thoughts on this topic so well! And your production value and shooting in this video are great. Keep up the excellent work. Thanks!
Coming out of the yang aspect of the end of a long term relationship I found this video very comforting. I am embracing the uncertainty of a new beginning as the old year is ending a new one beginning. Here's to us all embracing the harmony of The Tao.
Perfect to come across these Been doing qi gong 1 month, feeling better, more fluid flexible n 'younger' (i last felt this good within my body back before i was 15) Today it's damp n im all stiff n achy from trying the 5 animals qi gong first time yesterday n being over-ambitious! ME/CFS is making me wish to sleep the day away XD So these vids r gunna b perfect, thankies
Thank you so much for making these magnificent videos. So many westerners need this philosophy in their lives, and you put it in a beautiful and comprehensive way. The way.
Thankyou to George and Master Gu for this short but insightful video. I teach Taiji Quan in the West of Scotland and I also feel a responsibility to share with my students the key philosophical principles that give rise to the practice of Taiji Quan. I also like that the video was shot in the Wudang mountains, spiritual home of Taiji Quan. Chris from Hermitage Taiji
Hello, I user to practice Taijiquan while I was very young, I had to stop beacuse there was a person who taught me and this person left the city where I lived. I was 15 years old.Life went by, and I lost contact with the balance I used to have at that age. It felt good I remeber, but even If only for a short time it helped.I whish you the very Best and thanks for uploading.Made me remeber how balanced I used to ne.
I love it.. I tried my best to study this philosophy back when I was going to community college, I took this philosophy course, but never could really grasp this yin yang concept until I got older.. I now see that everything we see in nature (trees and plants, animals) represent ourselves (in a way) and that we all are a part of this eternal system, that we interpret as ‘life’.... maybe we never truely die... I’m inclined to think so anyway
Thanks George. I'm on my own journey through Daoist training in the UK. This year I start an undergraduate acupuncture course alongside it, but I'm hoping to have some free time to spend around a month with Master Gu. I really appreciate these videos.
Master Gu said it best when he mentioned that "without light, there is no shadow". I have heard another version that states "light exists by the grace of shadow". Balance is important in both and George highlighted that in the West, we typically only focus on the light and try to suppress the dark. The truth is, in your darkness, you find your light. Whatever it is that you are struggling with, if you have the courage to dive into it, you will find the seed of light. Your greatest weakness can become your greatest strength. An example is a sensitivity. Sensitivity is seen as a weakness, but if understood and channeled properly, you become highly aware and conscious of people and situations. The Yin Yan symbol and philosophy invites us to invite, accept and embrace the parts of ourselves we don't like. Once we do, we find more love, balance, and purpose than we ever have.
Hi George, this was very helpful. I identify as Buddhist but have always been very attracted by the Eastern philosophies. A key concept in Buddhism is acceptance and I think most people (myself included) struggle with that as an approach to life because it can seem too close to being passive or even weak. Trust on the other hand is an active and faithful stance to take in the face of suffering I.e. trust that the universe is always changing, that nothing stays the same or persists; misfortune, sickness, sadness. Thank you.
I am a nature lover at heart and deep in my soul. I see so much tragedy as I try to save the monarchs, convince farmers to leave strips of fields unmowed, and on and on. When I have small successes, like coming upon a naturalized area untouched and unspoiled for wildlife, it is so much sweeter. I feel that yin yang force coming together all the time
Such beautiful video. Made me a little less sad that even in this horrible pandemic time there is still a seed of goodness that will be reborn again. Thank you both!
I have come to this movement energy lately from my Dance background and discovered QiGong and Tai Ji.....I am paying attention as to why I am looking to these things.......
It helps explain politics. There always is a push and pull. I like it when things are balanced more, resting towards the center. So instead, we hold that centeredness inside ourselves.
The final scene: a "handshake" forms a yin-yang saying " peace be with you" And we accept this unreservedly without knowing quite why. I've also heard said: "the spirit within me recognizes the spirit within you".
What I love about Yin and Yang philosophy is that you can only be aware of something by contrast. So when youre feeling anxious you can realize that this anxiety can only exist against a background of peace, otherwise you wouldn't be able to notice it. So just like you can listen to the silence beneath sound, you can be aware of the peace beneath your fear.
u hit the nail on the head on that one. a musical symphony requires moments of silence beneath the sounds in order to give it flow. so in the same way, death is an essential part of life like the silence between the notes. death is needed to make room for more life. and if this is the case than surely life and death are only temporary.
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Some of the wisest shit I've heard all day. Thank you for that, in all honesty.
This now makes more sense than any non sense ever did, am I not right¿?
This comment is beautiful. Thank you for sharing
Having studied most major Eastern Traditions to some extent (except Confucianism) I can't help but think that the East has such a healthier view of human nature and the world than the West.
East & West Yin & Yang :)
yes but i wonder why the west is so much materially abundant than the east. can anybody say ?
ARNAB DAS Isn't it obvious? The East has been focusing on spirituality....the inner world, whereas the West has been doing the opposite, focusing on the material world and science. Remember, the key to everything is balance. If we want to create a harmonious world, we are going to need both. Spirituality + Science.
hmm. Well I am from the east and let me tell you bro the people I see are even less spiritual than the westerners i see in hollywood movies. sure people of the east have some notion of spirituality in them but they never actualize it in life. we want to be like america so much that you cannot even understand. our "healthier view" as Frank says is non-existent for the last 70 years. for me i can say i am confused. i do not know what i want.
i think the west did a fabulous job creating a brilliant civilization but the east forgot what it is to be like spiritual.
who else is watching this video and getting inspired by it during the 2020 corona virus pandemic?
ME!
These 2020 virus comments are a virus it self.
Me.
Just wonderful, I been tryin to find out about "learning powerful methods to build your Chi energy" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Fellmeroni Rudimentary Chi - (search on google ) ? Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my neighbour got amazing results with it.
This is glorious, been searching for "learning powerful methods to build your Chi energy" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you ever come across - Fellmeroni Rudimentary Chi - (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my work buddy got amazing success with it.
There is no greater calling than to promote peace and harmony.
The first half of that sentence might reduce the effectiveness of the second half.
Is not war part of the balance? Is not there a time for conflict before peace? I think that promoting one is an unbalanced move.
Peace with a moment of chaos.
Chaos with a moment of piece.
The word promoting is one sided and to promote is to set it higher on the hierarchy.
There is no better.
Matter and Dark Matter adds up to the mass of 0 in the whole universe.
What does that tell you?
Partially true. To strike a balance between war on one hand and peace on the other is through Diplomacy.
As a Wudang Taoist Master, im pleased to see many who have seen this apply Taoist philosophy into their lives and have positive change!
2:07 "A Daoist has never started a war." - Yellow Turban Rebellion and Zhang Jiao?
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Hello. I have recently only gone through things and have no one to relate to. I connected with someone and we were communicated to by infinjte. But we controlled. And the guy I connected to knows a lot more then me and he said “you can control it”. I know you don’t understand because I’m making so sense with so little detail. But there is so much my hands were even controlled to write a book. Please respond so I have someone to talk to who knows more than me. Thanks
I'm not a Taoist but I've always been drawn to the yin yang and it's deeper meaning.
You're not a taoist? You've either never heard of the Dao or you are a fool.
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"You can make your own yin and yang wherever you go." Oooooh I felt it right inside my heart! *makes yin and yang hand gesture*
I live in the U.S. and it's a scary place. I identify with taoism and am a peaceful person, but one cannot simply tolerate everything...in taoist teachings, how does one know when and how to act, react, resist, and protect? When society and the whole planet are unbalanced, how can balance be restored?
Theresa Uffner When there's too much fire, add some ice. When there's too much ice, add some fire. Same with push-pull, light-dark, etc. It's all about the balance!
To see that all life is guiding me in doing all that I do, at the time and manner meant to be done. All occurrences are as meant to be. Universal repulsion/attraction energy guides me from/to my compatibility. To see this is to be alert and present, and capable of responding proactively and cooperatively, instead of re-acting competitively. As I see life 'choosing' for me,, passivity? Quite the contrary. I am with the highest quality of efficiency in ability to 'do' all that I do. What I am doing is then realized as my true and authentic interests, desires, wants, hopes, wishes and needs. THAT S manifestation! Ego? A bolt of lightning killed a young tree! That s ego! It s ok to call it ego, as long as it is not embraced to be only a human inefficiency. Believing only humans to be afflicted, separate/distinct from all other lifes thing/beings I S suffering!
You see? 'tollerating' in this manner can be resistance, in that it is passivity. Tao provides awareness acceptance for one to be with full presence to respond cooperatively. This may mean calling the police, intervening, retreating or whatever. The point is,- the response is with balanced awareness/acceptance. No wrong/right, just response via the universes (Tao) repulsion/attraction energy guiding you from/to compatibility. See?
All that occurs is communication to you via actions, thoughts and words (like when a glass tips over and spills etc, its communicating to you the efficiency of your interactions, which expands/illuminates your intent and sincerity) for the purpose of repelling you away from or attracting you to, in part or whole, what you re compatible with. Like two water molecules attracted, a water/oil molecule repelled, two people , . etc. Personally, geograghically and so on. All life (Tao, universe, God, spirit,.) guides all life to where their compatible with, for the purpose of expansion. all are guided where they need to be. See?
So, you are life. As life you are not broken/screwed up/separate/distinct from all other lifes things and beings. All that happens is exactly as meant to be. All that you do, you agree, it agrees and so do I. For all life has you do all that you do, at the time and manner meant to be done. All life is assisting you in doing all that you are tasked (intent) with doing,- breathing, heartbeat, eating, sleeping, walking, thinking etc. When you bump your head, the object, your head and all involved are actually communicating to you life source energy for the purpose of your expansion. Everything is alive! Before grabbing that door handle, see into it, past all the star systems, see our earth and you!, looking at the door handle. This enhances the illumination of your intent and sincerity. Which then does same for A L L life! See?
George proves to be a great guy to once again offer such a great work!
A beautiful, helpful teaching. Thank you so much for sharing!
An example of Taoism from the Hebrew Scriptures:
There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under the heavens:
a time to be born and a time to die,
a time to plant and a time to uproot,
a time to kill and a time to heal,
a time to tear down and a time to build,
a time to weep and a time to laugh,
a time to mourn and a time to dance.
The yin&yang is the philosophy we really have to put at heart . Yin and yang it's a beautiful philosophy we need to have more of these videos.
Having a philosophical talk along with tea in beautiful mountains.. I mean can't imagine anything better
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I love this video so much!! I went to a Qi Gong class and try out last week. And next week I am going to try Tai Qi because obviously I found my body isn't balanced and it's time to get everything on track
Thank you George. I am new to Taoist way. I have been searching for a time for my answer to life. After much health problem i am finding more than just my body, however they are connected. I am looking forward to continuing (which i think will go on for the rest of my time and after) about the Tao. Thank you again.
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I am a christian but I love, love your videos and love Taoism. I am studying it myself at home. Thank you soooo much, you inspire many!
Hey man, I just wanted to say that I love what your doing. I love how your videos hold much authenticity and honesty. I also appreciate the dream you have to spread peace with this culture. Here in the west, I'm finding it difficult to be around people who aren't interested in looking for purpose or at least appear that way. Everyone is a sceptic about new techniques I have to share and that's totally valid, I guess.
There's this conflict I have between "being there for people - helping them find fulfilment" but being aware that these people don't show love back which is hard because it takes a lot of energy.
There's a part of me that says that writing this is unnecessary. That it is merely keeping me in these low spirits. However, I do value what I am feeling at the moment. I am in a reflective mood. The day was very full on - not what I'm used to. I was happy to socialise and felt I was able to connect with people more but...maybe it's just new to me.
I want to keep trying to reinforce my own purpose. I don't want to forget my new year's resolutions and all the work I've done to build who I am today. I realise that change takes time and that is important. Hahaha I guess it's all part of the fun huh. You know, maybe this is a type of help to the world. I suppose it's a sort of manifestation of what I want for the future of the world and my world.
Should the only reason I want a change in my life be that there is a problem that needs fixing? No. I have needs, as humans do. I want to do my best to suffice my needs. Sometimes I forget that they are even needs - and this is all part of the process of life.
What does the future look like for a growing soul? I don't know everything - or do I? How does one know something to be true? Data is useful for the surface matters of life, in fact, I don't disregard data in any way. Data is just a form of information in a form that expresses the idea's true form (as best we can at least). I think the trap is how that data is interpreted.
Am I overthinking? No. Partly. I don't care.. :)
Watching this high changed my life
Yin Yang philosophy is has obliterated fears in my life by creating the awareness that all that happens is a necessary part of experience.
I think this is really a hard concept to grasp when it comes to personal yin and yang. Like accepting those parts of yourself you wish you didnt have.
So the saying the grass is greener on the other sid,
I understand I have all within ..But I have the wisdom to know when to use what ..As the native americans say Know what wolve to feed
Nothing worth having comes easily. I trust you will find acceptance of your mortality. It's this concern that underlies all fear in the western mind...
A Facebook friend shared your video after I shared it in there, which pretty clear that this video added value not only for myself but also for him as well. Keep up the good work buddy
Munqith Alazzawi Thanks for you great deed in sharing the video! Many, either Chinese or non-Chinese, have come to find the abundance from Daoism(
Mainly philosophy) and the significance for the world . But as in China itself, Daoism has not widely disseminated because Daoists originated much as hermits. The hermitage very much obstructed the development. So there is a lot for us to do. Us - despite of nationalities.
I agree with you, Master. Happy to contribute to you on the path of healing people's despair.
If only I didn't know the things about Facebook that I know.
If only others knew the things about Facebook that I know.
Do we have to file it under guerrilla tactics? Or are we selling our souls one millionth at a time?
If we think the good we do outweighs the monster we feed with it, are we not already dinner?
Excellent presentation, George. Thank you Master Wu. I am a student of Taiji and Qigong, and have studied Taoist teachings. Perhaps you will do a segment on the six healing sounds. Keep breathing! Peace.
I'm still learning how to apply yin/yang to my daily life.
When i'm turning 18 i want to get the yinyang tattoo. It's such a beautiful and powerful meaning it's just gets me emotional. Like there are so many reasons. I can't see it as 2 different parts. I see it as a whole. A bonding. Yin and yang is in Everything. The world is like a yin and yang
I'm here because of Star Wars and I'm grateful for the education this video is providing.
Something that it did help me a lot was to ease on my expectations, be grateful, let things flow, stop trying too hard and letting go. With all these I found balance. Great video!
Thank you so much for this video, I've always searched for a way of life and daoism really conects with me .
Ying yan;
You are in me and I am in you.
I’m so incredibly moved by this video, your mission and purpose of sharing the wisdom of Doist philosophy. It’s definitely helping me reflect on finding balance in my own life during this pandemic. Thank you for this wonderful content, I’m forever grateful.
what a beautiful message, how simple reality can be with a single thought
Beautiful, thank-you for sharing this. I've been learning about "nutritional balancing", so applying the concept of yin/yang to nutrition! Like, who knew that was a thing? Mind-blowing.
George great work! I am in the 2nd phase of my age progression journey. :-) However, I am amazed by your simple unaffected path and the simplicity of Master Gu's tea time talks. You are making a difference! Don't quit.
I loved the quote 'if you frown in the mirror the mirror frowns back, if you smile in the mirror the mirror smiles back' so what you put out you will receive beautiful and very much align with recognising and working with the seasons and observing the abundance of nature - working with it raterthan against it. thank you for sharing loving the teachings
By being positive in all I do. I believe the positive energy will be shared an to other and eventually flow in circles.
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Man this whole series of videos is great !
I got interested in Daoism after some readings on European Stoicism and I find there are a lot of similarities between the two worldviews. But Daoism have that poetic joyness about it that just make it my favourite way of apprehending life
I have been reading Laozi, Zhuangzi & Liezi on my own for the past couple of years and watching conferences about Daoism. But to learn about it from a chinese master in chinese mountains woah ! You took that to a whole other level :)
I would have a suggestion of a question maybe for a next video. I feel like Daoism is a beautiful philosophy when you live in quiet retired place, a small village for example. However, sometimes applying this general benevolence and non-intervention (wuwei) can be pretty hard (dangerous?) when you live in modern big cities within the Western world. It might lead you to let people take advantage of you. So I guess my question would go something like: How to concile a Daoist way of living in a big city full of non-Daoist people ? Does not it make you a pray to malicious behaviors ?
Maybe the answer is just to go live a simpler life closer to nature.
Anyway, great concept, love it. Keep up the great work and many thanks to Master Gu & yourself George.
Cheers from France !
Same here,I'm very interested in Taosim and I think I'm converting to it slowly, I keep reading Tao books and sayings and I love it.
I was drawn to both at college. Interesting to head someone else point out the similarities. In fact, I believe Stoicism did originate in a more feminine culture, perhaps the Goddess Mysteries.
Great question Charlie. I do think that adding some elements of stoicism and reducing unnecessary desires (not completely ignoring your needs of survivorship and socialization) toward the materialistic world can help you find a better balance in this secular and competitive society. Eating more vegetable less meat, applying a regular daily regime, meditating, spending time with people who brought positive energy are all good starts.
thank you so much for this video. This symbol means a lot to me, I'm getting a tattoo of it. I wanted life lesson tattoo'd on me forever. Balance in all things.
I just put my hands together in the Yin and Yang position and instantly started smiling and laughing. Thank you for showing me that.
What I found beautiful about Daoism is its simplicity and practicality for everyday people. I have an interest in spirituality and have played the role of a seeker for many years. Having studied some Kabbalah, Sufism, Mystical Christianity, Chan, Vedanta, etc. I have discovered, like many others have before me, that the inner core of all of these vehicles harmony with an unknowable force (Void, Brahman, Logos, Ein Sof, Allah, etc.) The goal is to harmonize with the unknowable source of All. In Mystical Christianity it is called Theosis, in Daoism, it is to be in harmony with the Way, in Buddhism it is enlightenment, and in Vedanta it is Moksha. What I love about the Taoist Way is that, whereas all of the pageantries of the other faiths are beautiful in their imagery and mythology; the directness of the Dao is so simple and straightforward it takes much less time to begin the journey towards discovering ourselves than do vehicles with elaborate imagery and metaphysical claims. Thank you for posting this video.
Hi, I have been doing quantum physics experiments and have discovered the yin yang is a layout for a quantum physics experiment
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Please elaborate?
You are an amazing individual George, I really enjoy your videos and actively trying to share them around. I think what you do is amazing and can't wait for more videos. Keep up the good work
He's here for a reason :)
After studying different religions i came to Taoism as the most useful for me.
It was important that i studied Korean martial arts to find that solution.
Thanks Master Gu and George. As a long time "believer" (20+yrs - through readings of Alan Watts), I love seeing these videos here for the coming generations. Thank you.
Great work George, keep up the good work, support!
I have just found your videos and love them! I wish you had a school near me in Canada. Thank you for the great videos.
Jim Pratt
Canada is a beautiful country! I can consider setting a Wudang Taoist Wellness Wellness Academy Canada Branch. I can give workshop or train more coaches for the branch.
Thank you! That would be fantastic!
Master Gu, and George Thompson, together are very informative on the subject matter of Taoism!! They do such a good job in disseminating the information on Taoism, so the people are better informed. Keep up the good work, George!!
George have been watching your video and get a better understanding of taoism.. and certainly like to find out more ...I am Singaporean i am English educated .my late father left china at age 18 from guanzhou to look for a better life in singapore ..he is not educator and does not have time for his 12 children ... I am so glad and surprise that alot of westerners are into buddhism and your channel is very inspiring ... and it's in english 👏👏.Thanks again for sharing
The yin yang is drawn in such a way as to emphasize to us the dynamic of an ever evolving opposite forces.
We must not be mislead that it is a perfect balance because if it is a perfect balance, then, the black and white should be split straight in the center and should look stagnant.
The reason it is ever evolving is because precisely it is not balance. The yang, or the positive force is always slightly, ever so slightly stronger than the yin or the negative force.
The dynamic is caused by the yin, the negative trying to chase after the yang the positive force to equalize it. But without success . Therefore that explain the constant chase.
If it is a complete balance, then the good will never ever overcome the evil.
Understanding this basic concept will allows us to appreciate all religion . The whole order of nature. To understand the fact that if something terrible happens , given time it will all be healed, by the power of the yang, the positive force.
They ain't too opposing forces they are the same force they coexist in a duality.
You are arguing with definitions. The Dao spawned yin and yang for the very reason to be opposites. If they weren't, the whole thing wouldn't work. Where yang expands, yin HAS to shrink. They don't hold hands and agree to both prosper together.v They are beyond any analogous interpretation like warring factions or such.
I am a nondualist. The black is the white.
Then you make your own video where you explain it in your own words. Off you go...
True. It's one source in Essence. Like a coin with 2 sides. Oneness basically
Thank you George and Master Gu! Peace be with you!
I saw a crop circle that appeared yesterday 30/5/2020. such a beautiful and heartwarming message. it made me cry tears of happiness. tears of hope. thank you so much
The Tao doesn t 'teach' passivity in the form of non cooperative 'tollerance'. Awareness of life (Tao, God, spirit, universe,.) is seeing that all life guides all life in doing e x a c t l y as meant to be done, at the time and manner meant! As one embraces this, it is not passivity. Actually quite the contrary! As one sees life guiding them in all that they (and others) do, this illuminates within them the highest quality of efficiency within their ability to do all that they re guided in doing. This then becomes their revealed/realized true and authentic interests. It I s their wish, want, hope, desire and need. They then see life repelling/attracting them from/to their compatibility!!!, socially, academically, professionally, romantically and and and. One is left with a full presence to respond cooperatively instead of only a partial presence to react competitivelly. this may mean intervening, calling the police, retreating ,. See?
Look into my eyes!,- and begin travelling at beyond the speed of fright, to the center of the universe, and to your surprise! , the center of you! To thank the universe, to thank me, is to thank, you , , t o o . You re welcome. Thank you.
Instead of simply trying to find a balance between yin and yang (a western cliché), Daoism is more about trying to reach Dao, which is sometimes called "pure yang". The Yinyang school was different from the Daoist school in the warring state period. The yinyang symbol (taiji tu) was actually created by the neo-confucian school of thought. The specificity of Daoism is not the naive, simplistic and somewhat cliché notion of Yin and Yang as two opposite forces in balance in the universe but rather to transcends it and find what is beyong the changes of yin and yang... this is actually daoism.
And this, presumably, is why Daoist terms were used to explain Buddhism, which seeks much the same
I am carrying my personal Yin-Yang with me...all the time...wherever I go...in/with my hands..this is absolutely amazing to realize. I am really happy und thankful that you and Master Gu shared this with all of us.
Pure Consciousness take us to the this present NOW. Let go of the conditioned ego, and even this human form will become like a dream.
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Matter and anti-matter !
Acceptance, and noting the beauty in differences from yin - yang.
Lao Tzu said that those who talk are those who don't really know !
J. D. Chou well shut up then o conceited one! Ha
Seems the Author is stating the wise say (share information) in the most efficient way. Not that they don t speak at all.
Beautiful!!!!! LOVE these videos. I feel so existentially nourished. Thank you......
My favorite video about yin yang so far. Very well executed
Yin and Yang exists in our lives as excitement and relaxation. Too much of either and you will feel unbalanced.
For me the most fascinating is a concept of balance. We need a balance in every part of our life as well as a balance between us and the nature. And I have this feeling deep inside of me that I need this balance to live a peaceful life. Thank you for video it’s inspiring.
Excellent explanation by Master Gu! I love the final epilogue of this explanation with you two being the Yin and Yang but essentially sharing this wonderful philosophy with the world. Also I am always amazed by how you balance being humble and grounded but highly spiritual at the same time! Like a well-tuned piano all the keys coexist to produce a wonderful melody! 🎹📚📌🤍🖤☯
I spend many years doing tai-chi, qigong, meditation and going out into the nature and just be. That is pure medicine for the body and mind and bring one into a much better balance in life. Also i can really recommend gardening.
Thank you George and Master Gu for helping me return to nature during a turbulent time in my life : )
Love Yin Yang!
Yin Yang Daoist Philosophy is one of China's greatest Gift to the World.
Learning to flow with life using Taoist Yin/ Yang philosophy would definitely help many , but not all people with mental health and addiction issues. Accepting change, and not struggling with holding on to ideas, beliefs and/or a set self image (the Underminer) could put people's minds at ease and help with living a peaceful, textured full life.
this is awesome and yeah everything is about energy and there is no bad or good all we need is balance.
Thanks I love learning about Doaist and Buddhist type wisdom. I’m a total new be and just enjoy learning about philosophies 🙏🏼 thank you for sharing 🌸
Nice to seeing this beautiful Tips do you share...The world Needs we share strength and Balance 😊🙏🙏🙏
As a European Pagan, I am a firm believer that it and Taoism are not only compatible, but complimentary. Both are based in the ideas of natural law, it's repeating cycles, and how to live according to the laws of nature to either create happiness, or decrease suffering. Love the video. Thanks so much!
Thank you for your video! That´s why I love my "everyday-products" - they all based on Yin and Yang, the 5 Elements and the Philosophy of regneration.
Thanks in times of covid,the tao reminds me of change is part n parcel of lifen we should embrace change ,not fear it
Understanding the differences between East and west schools of thought has been a cleansing process for me. Ironically, it would compliment the yin in the yang and the yang in the yin, but there needs balance and harmony.
Also the current state of social media or culture in the west has become extremely polarized. It’s ALL right or ALL wrong, no in between on anything. I think that’s one point of frustration for me. This isn’t even a political observation but more of a cultural one.
In order to help supplement the imbalance I used Taoist teaching and Dialectal Behavior Therapy. I found it very useful in my personal life both mentally and spiritually. I’m also a person in long term recovery from substances for over 8 years so the more tools at my disposal from two schools of thought have only benefitted me. Thank you for allowing me to share my experience here and best to everyone. ☯️ 🤍 🖤
This video has helped me to realize that the anxiety I have experienced throughout most of my life was simply related to a fear of change. Learning to be more open to change has been surprisingly helpful after most of the other things I've tried have not been effective. Thank you.
Well done George!
You two expressed your thoughts on this topic so well!
And your production value and shooting in this video are great.
Keep up the excellent work.
Thanks!
Coming out of the yang aspect of the end of a long term relationship I found this video very comforting. I am embracing the uncertainty of a new beginning as the old year is ending a new one beginning. Here's to us all embracing the harmony of The Tao.
WE ARE ON THE WAY....uniting culture, race, and knowledge;
balancing hemispheres and finding peace through the union- Namaste
this is fantastic, thank you! I LOVE the way we can make the yin yang symbol with our own hands. Magic.
Perfect to come across these
Been doing qi gong 1 month, feeling better, more fluid flexible n 'younger' (i last felt this good within my body back before i was 15)
Today it's damp n im all stiff n achy from trying the 5 animals qi gong first time yesterday n being over-ambitious!
ME/CFS is making me wish to sleep the day away XD
So these vids r gunna b perfect, thankies
🇨🇷God Mighty gave me a dream with the Yin Yang. So, I Am living it. Thank you.❤️🌎🕊. It was on the 26/9/2019
I thoroughly enjoy your videos but this one is absolute gold.
I love your videos George! Thank you for offering these very insightful and fearful instructions on Taoism!
Absolutely love this teaching. Thank you
You are doing a great job by disseminating Master Gu's wisdom. Another fantastic video! Good work, George!
Good morning ! Thanks for share this knowledge with us ! 🙏🏵️🙏
Thank you so much for making these magnificent videos. So many westerners need this philosophy in their lives, and you put it in a beautiful and comprehensive way. The way.
This is the best video I've even seen in CZcams!
Thankyou to George and Master Gu for this short but insightful video. I teach Taiji Quan in the West of Scotland and I also feel a responsibility to share with my students the key philosophical principles that give rise to the practice of Taiji Quan. I also like that the video was shot in the Wudang mountains, spiritual home of Taiji Quan. Chris from Hermitage Taiji
Hello, I user to practice Taijiquan while I was very young, I had to stop beacuse there was a person who taught me and this person left the city where I lived. I was 15 years old.Life went by, and I lost contact with the balance I used to have at that age.
It felt good I remeber, but even If only for a short time it helped.I whish you the very Best and thanks for uploading.Made me remeber how balanced I used to ne.
I love it.. I tried my best to study this philosophy back when I was going to community college, I took this philosophy course, but never could really grasp this yin yang concept until I got older.. I now see that everything we see in nature (trees and plants, animals) represent ourselves (in a way) and that we all are a part of this eternal system, that we interpret as ‘life’.... maybe we never truely die... I’m inclined to think so anyway
Thanks George. I'm on my own journey through Daoist training in the UK. This year I start an undergraduate acupuncture course alongside it, but I'm hoping to have some free time to spend around a month with Master Gu. I really appreciate these videos.
my pleasure Jamie!
As a Reiki Master, I will had this to my meditation because I felt and instant calming with the Tired Mouse🙏
Master Gu said it best when he mentioned that "without light, there is no shadow". I have heard another version that states "light exists by the grace of shadow". Balance is important in both and George highlighted that in the West, we typically only focus on the light and try to suppress the dark. The truth is, in your darkness, you find your light. Whatever it is that you are struggling with, if you have the courage to dive into it, you will find the seed of light. Your greatest weakness can become your greatest strength. An example is a sensitivity. Sensitivity is seen as a weakness, but if understood and channeled properly, you become highly aware and conscious of people and situations.
The Yin Yan symbol and philosophy invites us to invite, accept and embrace the parts of ourselves we don't like. Once we do, we find more love, balance, and purpose than we ever have.
You have a fantastically calming narrating voice. I am so pleased I discovered your channel. Love the content. Thank you
Hi George, this was very helpful. I identify as Buddhist but have always been very attracted by the Eastern philosophies. A key concept in Buddhism is acceptance and I think most people (myself included) struggle with that as an approach to life because it can seem too close to being passive or even weak. Trust on the other hand is an active and faithful stance to take in the face of suffering I.e. trust that the universe is always changing, that nothing stays the same or persists; misfortune, sickness, sadness. Thank you.
I am a nature lover at heart and deep in my soul. I see so much tragedy as I try to save the monarchs, convince farmers to leave strips of fields unmowed, and on and on. When I have small successes, like coming upon a naturalized area untouched and unspoiled for wildlife, it is so much sweeter. I feel that yin yang force coming together all the time
hey, these are all really nice! I like the cutting and love Master Gu speaking so calmly and eloquently! And your humble discovery. Thanks!
Such beautiful video. Made me a little less sad that even in this horrible pandemic time there is still a seed of goodness that will be reborn again. Thank you both!
Its a good chance that the only way to fix the messes in this world is to yin yang ourselves first before others. Wishing nothing but good for you.
I have come to this movement energy lately from my Dance background and discovered QiGong and Tai Ji.....I am paying attention as to why I am looking to these things.......
It helps explain politics. There always is a push and pull. I like it when things are balanced more, resting towards the center. So instead, we hold that centeredness inside ourselves.
The final scene: a "handshake" forms a yin-yang saying " peace be with you" And we accept this unreservedly without knowing quite why. I've also heard said: "the spirit within me recognizes the spirit within you".