In a soulful exchange that bridged the gap between traditional lineage and modern practice, Sifu David Wei and I recently sat down to discuss the profound depths of Daoist internal arts. What began as a playful debate over who was interviewing whom quickly evolved into a masterclass on the Five Elements, the philosophy of Wudang […]
A Life in the Internal Martial Arts
In 1957, few Americans had ever heard of Chinese martial arts, let alone trained in them. But for Dr. John Painter, a student of Master Li, Long-dao AKA Frank Li, this ancient tradition would become a lifelong path that blended combat, healing, and philosophy. Over nearly seven decades, John’s journey has taken him from quiet […]