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Taoist Master Steenrod

"Your Trusted Source For Information on Taoist Practice..."

  • Over 90 articles written or directed by a Taoist Master on topics of greatest concern to seekers, both novice and experienced.
  • Experience gained from training and teaching for over 30 years.
  • Two Rock Solid Video Courses.
  • Feedspot Top 10 Podcast.

Latest Featured Vids

Hidden Truth About Karma: Ep 108

Episode 108 of Living the Tao, “The Hidden Truth About Karma,” reveals how Taoism redefines karma beyond cause and effect. Taoist Master Mikel Steenrod challenges misconceptions, offering a fresh perspective on using karma as a tool for present-moment balance and clarity. This isn’t your typical karma discussion—it’s a journey into transformative Taoist wisdom.

Qi and Higher Thought

Taoist Master Mikel Steenrod explains why higher energy levels are critical for maintaining advanced spiritual behaviors and how low energy can make enlightenment seem out of reach. Gain a deeper understanding of how energy influences your spiritual state and explore practical Taoist insights to harness chi effectively. Perfect for anyone seeking balance, self-discovery, or deeper connections to Taoism.

Taoism For a Better Life

In this bonus episode of Living the Tao, Master Mikel Steenrod explains how Taoism adapts to individual journeys. Learn how to manage stress, balance relationships, and find inner peace through the guiding vision of Taoism. Discover its cultural impact, from Bruce Lee’s wisdom to everyday life insights. This is a video episode.

Latest Articles

The Art of Waiting: Taoist Chanting Guide for Patience and Alignment

Knowing when to wait is one of the most challenging aspects of Taoist practice. This chanting sheet, derived from the Wuzhen Pian, aids practitioners in aligning with the Dao through patience, breath awareness, and rhythmic recitation. With humming, instrumental cues, and structured pauses, it cultivates harmony and acceptance while awaiting the right moment to act.

The Scholar and the Bone-Eater: A Tale of Arrogance, Harmony, and Taoist Sorcery

A scholar’s arrogance leads him into the clutches of a Bone-Eater, a demon that drains vitality through an unbreakable grip. As pain sears his bones, a frail yet luminous Taoist sorcerer arrives, wielding a glowing Fu talisman. With chants through the night, he battles the fiend, restoring balance between the mortal and the supernatural.

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Podcast Transcription, Episode 3-You Are The Tao

Uncover the truth that You Are the Tao with Master Mikel Steenrod in this enlightening episode. Learn how the Tao is already within you, making enlightenment possible. Explore how acceptance, gratitude, and invocation deepen your connection to the Tao, empowering you to live with clarity and purpose.

Fantastic Beasts of Taoism

Explore the mystical creatures of Taoism, spanning eras and regions, from China’s wise Baize and graceful Xianhe to Southeast Asia’s protective Naga and Korea’s fiery Haetae. This article covers 15 unique beasts, excluding dragons, highlighting their origins, roles in Taoist lore, and cultural significance across history. A deep dive into mythical harmony awaits!

Taoism and Mystical Trees

Taoism and Mystical Trees explores the Fusang Tree’s ten suns, the Tree of Wishes’ miraculous prayers, and the Sacred Tree’s protective light. These ancient legends reveal timeless lessons of balance, immortality, and harmony, rooted in nature and East Asian spiritual traditions. Delve into these captivating tales of mystical trees and their connection to the Tao.

Basic Taoist Beliefs and Facts

Wu Wei

How to Become Happy

Qi (Energy and Taoism)