Scholar Sage Podcast

S4:E20 - Types of Qigong Student

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo concludes season 4 of the Scholar Sage Podcast with a look at the various types of student and stages in a students development ...

S4:E20 - Types of Qigong Student

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo concludes season 4 of the Scholar Sage Podcast with a look at the various types of student and stages in a students development ...

S4:E20 - Types of Qigong Student

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo concludes season 4 of the Scholar Sage Podcast with a look at the various types of student and stages in a students development ...

S4:E19 - Societal Fear to Anger

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo Mitchell is talking about his stance on the current world situation and what he sees as the bigger problem - the polarisation of...

S4:E19 - Societal Fear to Anger

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo Mitchell is talking about his stance on the current world situation and what he sees as the bigger problem - the polarisation of...

S4:E19 - Societal Fear to Anger

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo Mitchell is talking about his stance on the current world situation and what he sees as the bigger problem - the polarisation of...

S4:E18 - Troublesome Points in Qigong

12 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo Mitchell is discussing common troublesome points for beginners in Qigong such as Laogong and Yongquan. He is also looking at the...

S4:E18 - Troublesome Points in Qigong

12 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo Mitchell is discussing common troublesome points for beginners in Qigong such as Laogong and Yongquan. He is also looking at the...

S4:E18 - Troublesome Points in Qigong

12 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo Mitchell is discussing common troublesome points for beginners in Qigong such as Laogong and Yongquan. He is also looking at the...

S4:E17 - Guan Yin & Alchemy

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo looks at the symbolism of Guan Yin and how she may be seen as a symbol for a particular aspect of meditative training rather tha...

S4:E17 - Guan Yin & Alchemy

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo looks at the symbolism of Guan Yin and how she may be seen as a symbol for a particular aspect of meditative training rather tha...

S4:E17 - Guan Yin & Alchemy

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo looks at the symbolism of Guan Yin and how she may be seen as a symbol for a particular aspect of meditative training rather tha...

S4:E16 - Fear and the Self

30 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

S4:E16 - Fear and the Self

30 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

S4:E16 - Fear and the Self

30 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

S4:E15 - Taiji as Meditation

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

TRIGGER WARNING: Damo is talking about some of what many consider Woo Woo in taiga in this episode. Please don't watch if you don't like the stranger ...

S4:E15 - Taiji as Meditation

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

TRIGGER WARNING: Damo is talking about some of what many consider Woo Woo in taiga in this episode. Please don't watch if you don't like the stranger ...

S4:E15 - Taiji as Meditation

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

TRIGGER WARNING: Damo is talking about some of what many consider Woo Woo in taiga in this episode. Please don't watch if you don't like the stranger ...

S4:E13 - Qi Gong Makes Me Angry!

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Scholar Sage Podcast, Damo is looking to answer the question: 'why do I get so angry when I am practicing Qi Gong?'He look...

S4:E13 - Qi Gong Makes Me Angry!

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Scholar Sage Podcast, Damo is looking to answer the question: 'why do I get so angry when I am practicing Qi Gong?'He look...

S4:E13 - Qi Gong Makes Me Angry!

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Scholar Sage Podcast, Damo is looking to answer the question: 'why do I get so angry when I am practicing Qi Gong?'He look...

S4:E12 - Walking the Earth like Caine

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the classical Daoist principle of (云游) or 'cloud wandering'. He is driving across the US and talking about how...

S4:E12 - Walking the Earth like Caine

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the classical Daoist principle of (云游) or 'cloud wandering'. He is driving across the US and talking about how...

S4:E12 - Walking the Earth like Caine

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the classical Daoist principle of (云游) or 'cloud wandering'. He is driving across the US and talking about how...

S4:E11 - Qigong Teaching Problems

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

WARNING: This is a fairly rambling chat by Damo, where he is looking at the trials and tribulations of teaching. It may only be relevant to those who ...

S4:E11 - Qigong Teaching Problems

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

WARNING: This is a fairly rambling chat by Damo, where he is looking at the trials and tribulations of teaching. It may only be relevant to those who ...

S4:E11 - Qigong Teaching Problems

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

WARNING: This is a fairly rambling chat by Damo, where he is looking at the trials and tribulations of teaching. It may only be relevant to those who ...

S4:E10 - Walking the Earth like Cain

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the classical Daoist principle of (云游) or 'cloud wandering'. He is driving across the US and talking about how...

S4:E10 - Walking the Earth like Cain

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the classical Daoist principle of (云游) or 'cloud wandering'. He is driving across the US and talking about how...

S4:E10 - Walking the Earth like Cain

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the classical Daoist principle of (云游) or 'cloud wandering'. He is driving across the US and talking about how...

S4:E9 - Five Elements in Alchemy

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing one of the most basic ways in which the five elements (Wu Xing) are used to inform alchemical practice. The model ...

S4:E9 - Five Elements in Alchemy

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing one of the most basic ways in which the five elements (Wu Xing) are used to inform alchemical practice. The model ...

S4:E9 - Five Elements in Alchemy

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing one of the most basic ways in which the five elements (Wu Xing) are used to inform alchemical practice. The model ...

S4:E8 - Kill Those Emotions

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Damo is discussing the nature of emotions, feelings and moods. He looks at the three categories of dealing with emotions: 1- ending them 2- following...

S4:E8 - Kill Those Emotions

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Damo is discussing the nature of emotions, feelings and moods. He looks at the three categories of dealing with emotions: 1- ending them 2- following...

S4:E8 - Kill Those Emotions

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Damo is discussing the nature of emotions, feelings and moods. He looks at the three categories of dealing with emotions: 1- ending them 2- following...

S4:E7 - Manners Maketh the Man

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger warning - Damo is talking about lost young men, manners, chivalry and gender. Please avoid if these kinds of topics upset you in any way.

S4:E7 - Manners Maketh the Man

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger warning - Damo is talking about lost young men, manners, chivalry and gender. Please avoid if these kinds of topics upset you in any way.

S4:E7 - Manners Maketh the Man

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger warning - Damo is talking about lost young men, manners, chivalry and gender. Please avoid if these kinds of topics upset you in any way.

S4:E6 - Self-Improvement in Qigong

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing the nature of self-improvement through contemplation, recognition of personal weakness and then changing your habi...

S4:E6 - Self-Improvement in Qigong

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing the nature of self-improvement through contemplation, recognition of personal weakness and then changing your habi...

S4:E6 - Self-Improvement in Qigong

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing the nature of self-improvement through contemplation, recognition of personal weakness and then changing your habi...

S4:E5 - Three Layers of Self

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is informally chatting about three layers of self which may be focused upon in meditative practice. Please note that we had a co...

S4:E5 - Three Layers of Self

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is informally chatting about three layers of self which may be focused upon in meditative practice. Please note that we had a co...

S4:E5 - Three Layers of Self

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is informally chatting about three layers of self which may be focused upon in meditative practice. Please note that we had a co...

S4:E4 - Addicted to Alternative Healing

04 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the mindset behind alternative healing, Chinese medicine and how people can be generally addicted to healing as a ...

S4:E4 - Addicted to Alternative Healing

04 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the mindset behind alternative healing, Chinese medicine and how people can be generally addicted to healing as a ...

S4:E4 - Addicted to Alternative Healing

04 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the mindset behind alternative healing, Chinese medicine and how people can be generally addicted to healing as a ...

S4:E3 - Delusions of Divinity

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is chatting about ideas of divinity within practice. What does it mean to see yourself as God, as an Avatar, as the Divine Femin...

S4:E3 - Delusions of Divinity

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is chatting about ideas of divinity within practice. What does it mean to see yourself as God, as an Avatar, as the Divine Femin...

S4:E3 - Delusions of Divinity

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is chatting about ideas of divinity within practice. What does it mean to see yourself as God, as an Avatar, as the Divine Femin...

S4:E2 - Attachment & The Mind

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is chatting about the nature of the mind, how attachments are formed and how we may apply our awareness to the formation of mind...

S4:E2 - Attachment & The Mind

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is chatting about the nature of the mind, how attachments are formed and how we may apply our awareness to the formation of mind...

S4:E2 - Attachment & The Mind

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is chatting about the nature of the mind, how attachments are formed and how we may apply our awareness to the formation of mind...

S4:E1 - Reacting to the Lockdown Era

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just a warning: This isn't a technical or instructional podcast. It is just me chatting about what I saw during the lockdown era and some personal cha...

S4:E1 - Reacting to the Lockdown Era

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just a warning: This isn't a technical or instructional podcast. It is just me chatting about what I saw during the lockdown era and some personal cha...

S4:E1 - Reacting to the Lockdown Era

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just a warning: This isn't a technical or instructional podcast. It is just me chatting about what I saw during the lockdown era and some personal cha...

S3:E9 - Meditation vs Qigong

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning - If you are quite a grounded person then you may not like this podcast episode. It is quite cosmic at times! Either engage your inner...

S3:E9 - Meditation vs Qigong

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning - If you are quite a grounded person then you may not like this podcast episode. It is quite cosmic at times! Either engage your inner...

S3:E9 - Meditation vs Qigong

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning - If you are quite a grounded person then you may not like this podcast episode. It is quite cosmic at times! Either engage your inner...

S3:E8 - Gallows Humour in Cultivation

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning - If the American election or bad humour is likely to offend you then please go listen to another podcast as you are likely to be offe...

S3:E8 - Gallows Humour in Cultivation

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning - If the American election or bad humour is likely to offend you then please go listen to another podcast as you are likely to be offe...

S3:E8 - Gallows Humour in Cultivation

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Trigger Warning - If the American election or bad humour is likely to offend you then please go listen to another podcast as you are likely to be offe...

S3:E7 - What is Possession?

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this Halloween episode, Damo is chatting about the nature of Ghosts and Possession with regards to what they are and what they are not. Just to mak...

S3:E7 - What is Possession?

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this Halloween episode, Damo is chatting about the nature of Ghosts and Possession with regards to what they are and what they are not. Just to mak...

S3:E7 - What is Possession?

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this Halloween episode, Damo is chatting about the nature of Ghosts and Possession with regards to what they are and what they are not. Just to mak...

S3:E6 - Qigong, Politics & Trump

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo is chatting about the nature of cultivation, Tong Xin, politics and a lack of free-will in life whilst vaguely bringing this in ...

S3:E6 - Qigong, Politics & Trump

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo is chatting about the nature of cultivation, Tong Xin, politics and a lack of free-will in life whilst vaguely bringing this in ...

S3:E6 - Qigong, Politics & Trump

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo is chatting about the nature of cultivation, Tong Xin, politics and a lack of free-will in life whilst vaguely bringing this in ...

S3:E5 - Training History & The Cobra Kai

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo is discussing the nature of a teachers training history, how each part of your journey leads to your current skill and the influ...

S3:E5 - Training History & The Cobra Kai

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo is discussing the nature of a teachers training history, how each part of your journey leads to your current skill and the influ...

S3:E5 - Training History & The Cobra Kai

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo is discussing the nature of a teachers training history, how each part of your journey leads to your current skill and the influ...

S3:E4 - Walking the Path

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth episode of the third season, Damo is looking at some of the key factors that are needed for somebody who is following a path of personal...

S3:E4 - Walking the Path

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth episode of the third season, Damo is looking at some of the key factors that are needed for somebody who is following a path of personal...

S3:E4 - Walking the Path

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth episode of the third season, Damo is looking at some of the key factors that are needed for somebody who is following a path of personal...

S3:E3 - Qi Emission Quackery

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing the nature of Qi Emission and Qi healing. Different types of Qi Emission are discussed along with fakery in Qi Gon...

S3:E3 - Qi Emission Quackery

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing the nature of Qi Emission and Qi healing. Different types of Qi Emission are discussed along with fakery in Qi Gon...

S3:E3 - Qi Emission Quackery

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is discussing the nature of Qi Emission and Qi healing. Different types of Qi Emission are discussed along with fakery in Qi Gon...

S3:E2 - How Not To Do Bagua

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at common misconceptions in the practice of Baguazhang.

S3:E2 - How Not To Do Bagua

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at common misconceptions in the practice of Baguazhang.

S3:E2 - How Not To Do Bagua

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at common misconceptions in the practice of Baguazhang.

S3:E1 - Are You Spiritual?

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the nature of 'spiritual practice' in the context of Qigong practice. Hinduism and Daoism are explored along with...

S3:E1 - Are You Spiritual?

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the nature of 'spiritual practice' in the context of Qigong practice. Hinduism and Daoism are explored along with...

S3:E1 - Are You Spiritual?

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Damo is looking at the nature of 'spiritual practice' in the context of Qigong practice. Hinduism and Daoism are explored along with...

S2:E7 - The Meaning of Gong Fu (功夫)

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is discussing the meaning of the term 'Gong Fu' or 'Kung Fu' as it pertains to Chinese Martial Arts.

S2:E7 - The Meaning of Gong Fu (功夫)

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is discussing the meaning of the term 'Gong Fu' or 'Kung Fu' as it pertains to Chinese Martial Arts.

S2:E7 - The Meaning of Gong Fu (功夫)

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is discussing the meaning of the term 'Gong Fu' or 'Kung Fu' as it pertains to Chinese Martial Arts.

S2:E6 - 9 Common Errors in Taiji

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is discussing 9 common errors in Taijiquan with regards to the Yang style. He is also expressing his universal love for...

S2:E6 - 9 Common Errors in Taiji

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is discussing 9 common errors in Taijiquan with regards to the Yang style. He is also expressing his universal love for...

S2:E6 - 9 Common Errors in Taiji

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is discussing 9 common errors in Taijiquan with regards to the Yang style. He is also expressing his universal love for...

S2:E5 - Training History & The Cobra Kai

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Damo is discussing the nature of a teachers training history, how each part of your journey leads to your current skill and the influence of the Cobra...

S2:E5 - Training History & The Cobra Kai

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Damo is discussing the nature of a teachers training history, how each part of your journey leads to your current skill and the influence of the Cobra...

S2:E5 - Training History & The Cobra Kai

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Damo is discussing the nature of a teachers training history, how each part of your journey leads to your current skill and the influence of the Cobra...

S2:E4 - Alchemical Errors

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is looking at the widespread error of seeing all Chinese arts as an extension of Chinese Medicine.

S2:E4 - Alchemical Errors

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is looking at the widespread error of seeing all Chinese arts as an extension of Chinese Medicine.

S2:E4 - Alchemical Errors

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is looking at the widespread error of seeing all Chinese arts as an extension of Chinese Medicine.

S2:E3 - Qigong Prevents Falls

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is looking at how Qigong helps your health with regards to classical phrases and other stuff...

S2:E3 - Qigong Prevents Falls

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is looking at how Qigong helps your health with regards to classical phrases and other stuff...

S2:E3 - Qigong Prevents Falls

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is looking at how Qigong helps your health with regards to classical phrases and other stuff...

S2:E2 - Filling the DanTian bucket

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Damo Mitchell is discussing the nature of Dan Tian filling in Qi Gong practice...