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Apr 2024
1h 9m

#220 Taoist Internal Practices for Women...

Mason J. Taylor
About this episode

In this episode of the SuperFeast podcast, Tahnee interviews Roni Edlund, a senior teacher at the Lotus Nei Gong School in Bali and an acupuncturist. Roni shares her journey of being exposed to Taoist internal cultivation practices despite their rarity in Sweden. She discusses feeling a void in her life and how she transitioned from a passion for horse riding to a path of holistic health and well-being. Tune in to learn more about Roni's unique journey and her fascinating experiences in the world of cultivation practices.

 

For those eager to delve deeper into Nei Gong and the teachings of Damo Mitchell, the current HQ for Lotus Nei Gong is in Bali, Indonesia. It is here that many of the most in-depth and advanced trainings of Lotus Nei Gong material take place.

To learn more about Lotus Nei Gong, visit the website here.

 

Roni & Tahnee discuss:

- Women's Qigong and the Tahnee's Practice
- Menopause as a Second Spring
- The Importance of Blood in Taoist Philosophy
- Cultural Views on Menopause
- When to Start Cultivation Practices
- The Role of Craft and Creativity in Cultivation
- Chinese Medicine for Women's Health
- Lack of Menstrual Health Education
- The Momentum of Nei Gong Practice
- Gender Balance in Lotus Nei Gong School
- The Activation Phase in Nei Gong
- Women's Connection to the Moon and Menstruation
- Pregnancy and Cultivation Practices
- Emotional Clearing and Pregnancy
- Preparing for Pregnancy with Chinese Medicine
- Returning to Practice Post-Pregnancy

 

RESOURCE GUIDE

Guest Links

Lotus Nei Gong International
Roni Edlund Bio
Damo Mitchell Bio
Roni’s Instagram
Damo’s “A Comprehensive Guide to Daoist Nei Gong” Book
Lotus Nei Gong Bali HQ

Mentioned In This Episode

"Taoist Neigong for Women" by Roni

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Check Out The Transcript Below:

 https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/taoist-internal-practices-for-women-with-roni-edlund

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