How 6 Months in China Changed My Life

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  • Опубликовано: 28 май 2018
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    Embark on an inspiring journey of transformation and self-discovery through the art of Tai Chi in the Wudang Mountains. This video shares a personal tale of overcoming anxiety, challenging inner negativity, and embracing Daoist philosophy. Witness the power of martial arts in achieving mental clarity and physical wellness. Join the adventure to explore how ancient wisdom can provide practical solutions for modern challenges, inviting viewers to consider Tai Chi as a tool for personal growth and peace.
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Комментарии • 4,1 тыс.

  • @alicelian
    @alicelian 5 лет назад +3737

    I think one of the most important point of our Chinese Kung Fu is to teach people how to keep peaceful heart, balance body and get used to better life habits.

  • @_Wai_Wai_
    @_Wai_Wai_ 4 года назад +119

    And once George let go of the dream of RUclips, and just follow his feet, he stumbles upon Daoism and Tai Ji Chuan, and now without trying, he gets over 100k subscribers to his channel. Wu Wei at work .....

    • @kevinmendoza5035
      @kevinmendoza5035 3 года назад +1

      👍

    • @woodyspurs3038
      @woodyspurs3038 28 дней назад

      George gave me the grace of Master Gu' s wisdom. His gentle teachings have changed my life and helped me to be a better person. Both legacies continue to make the world a better place. Thank You both.

  • @catt8660
    @catt8660 3 года назад +612

    This made me tear up because depression and anxiety is getting the best of me especially with this whole pandemic. I have wanted to start practicing Tai Chi but I have always felt too busy, until I saw this video and it made me emotional about how much I miss traveling and learning new religions and ways to calm our minds. Thank you for making this video, you’ve really inspired me.

    • @mastergutaichi
      @mastergutaichi 3 года назад +19

      If Tai chi and the Taoist way of life can shine people against the background of depression caused by pandemic, we are really happy. (From Gu Shining and George)

    • @adcan1371
      @adcan1371 3 года назад +1

      How's your inner journey going now?!

    • @mindax8823
      @mindax8823 3 года назад +2

      is it self diagnost deppresion. and btw its great u feal better now but u should know that tai chi is not a way of self defence because
      u always have a plan before u get punched in the face -Mike Tyson

    • @DanielPembrink
      @DanielPembrink 3 года назад +4

      you can always start with chigong , learn different moves and breathing exercises, and then work your way further in other areas. it is very beginner-friendly

    • @longaar2408
      @longaar2408 3 года назад +3

      I just can join this!! Exactly!
      All the Bodybuilding just put up a huge pressure on me...
      i think going back to martial arts and asian way of Life is the way! Thanks!

  • @ghostdogthakang67
    @ghostdogthakang67 3 года назад +44

    Thank you. I was in a dark place when I came across your videos. I am a retired vet with multiple deployments under my belt. School, family, hobbies, all bought a sense of time being filled, yet no peace. I had learned some Tai Chi years ago but didn’t really take it seriously but thanks to your journey, I have decided to take it up once more. Thank you for the inspiration. May we all overcome our struggles and achieve peace.

  • @MightyPooPSTEAM
    @MightyPooPSTEAM 5 лет назад +332

    Those commenting that Tai-chi wont help in a real fight or u will end u getting killed....I got news for u. You neanderthals have totally missed the point of this whole video. It was never about Tai-Chi, it was about George becoming a better person overall and him getting away from his "normal grind" back home. The whole new experiences in a foreign land with a "goal" had helped him grow as a person and to cope with his anxiety and build his mental well-being.

    • @hotsquidward6735
      @hotsquidward6735 4 года назад +16

      Tai-Chi is mainly a health art , though if you've practiced for a very long time, you can also use it as self defense. Over about 10 years of practice nobody will ever be able to push you over , if you ask 2 guys to push try to push you , they won't be able to xD

    • @modex4047
      @modex4047 4 года назад +10

      You both couldn’t have said it better! Everyone is always in it for the physical aspect to win fights, I’m in it for the sole benefit of my mental health and becoming one with nature

    • @hotsquidward6735
      @hotsquidward6735 4 года назад +2

      @@modex4047 It's better to learn one of the martial arts because you'll be less susceptible to injuries when lifting weights or training muscles

    • @Twystedsyxx
      @Twystedsyxx 4 года назад +5

      Tai chi has many forms. Both combative and non-combative. You can absolutely learn to use this as a self-defensive art.

    • @hotsquidward6735
      @hotsquidward6735 4 года назад

      @@Twystedsyxx Yes....Just that it won't be very good because that's not what its intended purpose is.

  • @ihevmilkdhou
    @ihevmilkdhou 4 года назад +503

    Now you learn tai-chi, now master the water bending

    • @sierra-bts-army1767
      @sierra-bts-army1767 3 года назад +8

      Yaaaassss you said it

    • @Mr_Tensai
      @Mr_Tensai 3 года назад

      If the good can rivive self you can do anithig you want with you're boddy you get it you make what you want whit it

    • @thecoppernickels
      @thecoppernickels 3 года назад +1

      Let’s defy physics! Yeah

    • @luqmaanvisser8518
      @luqmaanvisser8518 3 года назад

      Im a airbender but I can bend fire as well

    • @Danskadreng
      @Danskadreng 3 года назад

      @@multifandomstories5148 Fire bending would be something from Japan

  • @WawanSetiawan-qq6pm
    @WawanSetiawan-qq6pm 2 года назад +2

    six months, towards more powerful, beautiful, peaceful mental, physical spiritual life. six months of change, six months of new birth of paradigm. what a super duper wonderful, inspiring miraculous change . Greg. New universe of Being!!!

  • @ueleboxill6863
    @ueleboxill6863 3 года назад +16

    Tai Chi has completely changed my life. I first started practicing it at 16, but became distant as I got older and transitioned to college/young adulthood (I also didn’t have a teacher). Last year, at the age of 24, I got back into it, found a teacher, and now do it every single day. As someone who suffers from severe mental illness, finding peace through Tai Chi has saved my life in many ways, and helped me to become a better person.
    Love this video George! It’s the first one of yours that I’ve seen, but you have a new subscriber who is excited to check out the rest of your content.

    • @pranaykamble1280
      @pranaykamble1280 2 года назад

      How you have learn
      And how to learn online

    • @awaiskhan9329
      @awaiskhan9329 Год назад

      @@pranaykamble1280 same question, I want to learn it but I have no one to teach.

  • @llla_german_ewoklll6413
    @llla_german_ewoklll6413 4 года назад +215

    Whenever i’m upset, i do my taekwondo forms in slow motion, kinda like tai chi. Take whatever you are doing and make it tai chi. This man definitely is right about this depression thing. The only way to get over it is to slow down.

    • @isaacyeon6334
      @isaacyeon6334 4 года назад

      lll•A_German_Ewok•lll same, what belt are you my friend?

    • @malgorzatakawken
      @malgorzatakawken 4 года назад +1

      @@isaacyeon6334 new guy, not op, I did taekwondo as well, quit in 2017-18, I was a 9th kup, been debating wether to start again since I quit, I might in the future, how about you, I'm throwing a way-to-high-guess of... 2nd Dan Black belt? Or maybe around 6th-4th Kup?

    • @isaacyeon6334
      @isaacyeon6334 4 года назад

      ThatOneOtherBoi what are you saying?

    • @malgorzatakawken
      @malgorzatakawken 4 года назад

      @@isaacyeon6334 good question, I've forgotten everything, just forget this ever happened

    • @isaacyeon6334
      @isaacyeon6334 4 года назад

      ThatOneOtherBoi lol

  • @Coolscarykid
    @Coolscarykid 5 лет назад +141

    Lol i love how that one guard rolls his eyes

    • @dejian9874
      @dejian9874 4 года назад

      Rolls*

    • @HueManatee
      @HueManatee 3 года назад

      he's probably dead now

    • @Coolscarykid
      @Coolscarykid 3 года назад

      @@dejian9874 oh oops yes thanks for catching my error. I didn’t realize it when I posted this comment. I appreciate it

    • @Coolscarykid
      @Coolscarykid 3 года назад

      @@HueManatee I hope not

  • @ghostdogthakang67
    @ghostdogthakang67 3 года назад +13

    Mr. Thompson, thank you. Your journey was very inspiring. At 52 years old, I found myself struggling with purpose. Retired from the US Army been to combat zones, etc. I have found Tai Chi helps me find my balance my center and although I'm just beginning, I plan to continue and be better than I was. So thanks sir, I appreciate you.

  • @JoshuaVaxe
    @JoshuaVaxe 3 года назад +202

    3:58
    girl laughs at white guy who dropped his food from not able to use chopsticks
    after...
    *she also drops her food right after she laughs at him dropping his food*

  • @MrMongo321
    @MrMongo321 6 лет назад +847

    Excellent videography. Excellent editing resulting in a thoroughly enjoyable viewing experience. Thank you, George!

    • @George-Thompson
      @George-Thompson  6 лет назад +12

      thank you friend!

    • @rothadrian1042
      @rothadrian1042 3 года назад +1

      @@George-Thompson George ,how much you paid ?

    • @SONU-hs8cg
      @SONU-hs8cg 2 года назад

      what you said is true the shots are excellent

  • @jackpedley7494
    @jackpedley7494 5 лет назад +508

    Wow, this is beautiful. China is beautiful

    • @gurug9797
      @gurug9797 5 лет назад

      Jack Pedley en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Execution_van

    • @trid3nt749
      @trid3nt749 5 лет назад +20

      I'm guessing he was talking about the nature and people of the country, not the government, there is no real way you can call the government of China "beautiful"

    • @NightcorEDM
      @NightcorEDM 5 лет назад

      😁

    • @Icemario87
      @Icemario87 5 лет назад +14

      @@trid3nt749 The country is the land. The nation is the people. The government is the state. And states are parasitic, no matter where you go.

    • @trid3nt749
      @trid3nt749 5 лет назад +3

      @@Icemario87 So in your opinion if a country has beautiful landscapes, interesting culture and friendly people, but has a bad government, you shouldn't visit it because of that?

  • @Ymirson999
    @Ymirson999 5 месяцев назад +2

    Very personal and poignant. Your journey was also very relatable. I've had issues with depression and anxiety all of my life. I tried both one on one and group counseling more than once, and know very well what it's like to be infused with prozac and zoloft, but taiji was the only thing that ever really made me, if not happy, at least comfortable to be alive. Enough so that getting out of bed no longer seems impossible, taking a shower and making a meal for myself doesn't seem like climbing a mountain and I don't dread the day anymore. Now I often enjoy it. Taiji is earth magic. Practicing it is a lifelong journey inside your own body and an energizing agent to your mind and soul. So thank you for sharing in such an engaging manner your journey. Both your initial defeats and your eventual victories and your encouraging words. I hope you continue to rise.

  • @unknown_L
    @unknown_L Год назад +1

    It inspires me a lot I will come to wudang mountain to Learn Taichi,qigong.After my Graduation.
    Love from India 🇮🇳❤
    🚩🚩🚩

  • @HokiHumby
    @HokiHumby 4 года назад +39

    what a privilege to be in a time where you can film these moments and look back on them for yourself.

  • @GLODZIO
    @GLODZIO 5 лет назад +356

    Wow! 😍
    *Finally a great recommendation, RUclips!* 💖

  • @hermit.masteroflight5970
    @hermit.masteroflight5970 2 года назад +2

    This video has even made me cry.. And that happens very seldom. A beautiful experience. Thank you for sharing it.

  • @OneMeInMyself
    @OneMeInMyself 4 года назад +26

    when you parted with your master I had tears in my eyes

  • @aeew
    @aeew 5 лет назад +9

    That moment when you sat down in your chair after coming home. I know that feeling. It's the best and the most boring feeling at the same time. "I made it, what next. Can't stay here"

  • @Faria-wv9sd
    @Faria-wv9sd 4 года назад +100

    Thats every mans dream, and i trully hope u enjoyed all moments u had there. Stay cool

    • @Emrys91
      @Emrys91 3 года назад +3

      @A D shut up meg

    • @Emrys91
      @Emrys91 3 года назад +1

      @A D oh no, your on to me

  • @chriscmoor
    @chriscmoor 3 года назад +39

    Thank you. I have just passed my 60th birthday and, after half a lifetime of depression and self doubt, this comes into my life. I suppose life/destiny/karma/the universe gives us just what we need just when we need it.

  • @omittapir5986
    @omittapir5986 Год назад +4

    I don't know why tears are welling up and I'm feeling so emotional.... triggered by the beautiful, wild mountain, master gu and others in their tai chi practicing attire just got me. You did awesome George and thank you so much. I wish to visit before it's too late for me.

  • @PokeProfSunny
    @PokeProfSunny 5 лет назад +676

    did this dude really just randomly go to china knowing only how to say "gong fu" and come out training under a gong fu master lol

    • @mastergutaichi
      @mastergutaichi 5 лет назад +62

      let me tell you : Yes!

    • @questinfinity
      @questinfinity 4 года назад +30

      I WAS WONDERING THE SAMETHING. CAN'T BE POSSIBLE.

    • @michaelskelton18
      @michaelskelton18 4 года назад +8

      It's doubtful.

    • @kakashihatake7121
      @kakashihatake7121 4 года назад +1

      Nope

    • @maria-giulianalatini1724
      @maria-giulianalatini1724 4 года назад +48

      Honestly, sometimes the universe is in synchronicity with you. It feels like a guardian angel or something at work behind the scenes, but in reality is just you that, through intention, "make" events reflect your desires.

  • @czarnamamba6150
    @czarnamamba6150 6 лет назад +182

    Wow!! Your history is amazing!! I love China and that cultur!! It is my big dream to learn tai chi. I haven't any friends because I'm so shy and I don't like my live. You were very brave to try something new. Sorry about some mistakes but I'm only 13 years old and I'm from Poland😃.

    • @George-Thompson
      @George-Thompson  6 лет назад +13

      amazing!! So glad to hear you've found the channel. Your english is great, don't worry. Good luck with it all!

    • @George-Thompson
      @George-Thompson  6 лет назад +16

      Be kind to yourself and you'll find other people will be naturally attracted to you as friends - even if you are shy :)

    • @czarnamamba6150
      @czarnamamba6150 6 лет назад +4

      +George Thompson thank you!!

    • @alexbarcode8322
      @alexbarcode8322 6 лет назад +6

      Czarna Mamba Chinese civilians normally treat foreigners pretty kindly and you can actually have a try.

    • @VicmundLim
      @VicmundLim 6 лет назад

      Czarna Mamba i can teach u tai chi if u like. Add me on hangouts

  • @100realmoore7
    @100realmoore7 3 года назад +23

    I'm so proud of you. I love your use of "the underminer". We all experience it but you gave him a name and a face. Thanks!

  • @lionelmessssiiii1054
    @lionelmessssiiii1054 4 года назад +23

    May your master and friends back in China stay safe. May god stand with them. May he stand for humanity.
    Always

  • @SimoneDigonzelli
    @SimoneDigonzelli 5 лет назад +71

    This video is fantastic. I have been practicing Tai Chi here in Italy for 5 years, seeing this video has awakened intense memories ... Thanks.

    • @George-Thompson
      @George-Thompson  5 лет назад +2

      glad to hear my friend!

    • @dwdnia1775
      @dwdnia1775 5 лет назад

      I feel lost in the market... I used to practice tai chi and I felt I was one with it.... I felt sometime deceived as I had to quit in the middle due to my surrounding environment
      ..

  • @StatK
    @StatK 5 лет назад +259

    This is one of the most powerful videos I've ever seen on RUclips. Thank you so much for this. This woke something up in me that has been dormant for far too long. Keep up the great videos.

  • @mravalik
    @mravalik 3 года назад +16

    I’m just watching this and I’ve been diagnosed with heart palpitations, which factors that cause it the most is stress, anxiety, and being overwhelmed.......
    I watched Man of Tai Chi and have really been looking into it, it’s absolutely beautiful and such a flow, thank you for this video, much love from Michigan, USA 😌💙

  • @peachyrays9018
    @peachyrays9018 4 года назад +1

    Wow you lived my dream. Getting a master and learning tai chi the real way.

  • @hollyliu1011
    @hollyliu1011 6 лет назад +59

    So impressive that you had such understanding of 道 and went all the way to Wudangshan. I'm a Chinese and we call this 天资聪慧,虚怀若谷. I respect you and I think anyone like you deserves a Chinese resident permit!

    • @RageYourSoul
      @RageYourSoul 6 лет назад +1

      can you translate the chinese characters, im interested

    • @user-uf3iz5dn8y
      @user-uf3iz5dn8y 6 лет назад

      china is the only one no racist country in the world

    • @allmendoubt4784
      @allmendoubt4784 5 лет назад +1

      他们都说天啊看他的鼻子好大,然后我给他们白眼睛。中国一样的都地球的国家一边乖的人一边坏的人

    • @haochencai4220
      @haochencai4220 5 лет назад

      天资聪慧- brilliant and talented.
      虚怀若谷-have a mind as open as a valley -- very modest; be extremely open-minded; be in a receptive mood; be open to conviction; free from pride and prejudices; from a sense of one's inadequacy; modest and open-minded.

    • @F1TracksideTales
      @F1TracksideTales 5 лет назад

      洪明鹏 oh really 🙄

  • @peterxyz3541
    @peterxyz3541 4 года назад +55

    A simplification of an idea taught in two of my favourite books, Hero with a Thousand Faces and Hero Within:
    When were new (young, beginner) our job is to FEAR and RUN from the serpent. When become warriors, our job is to kick ass and slay the serpent. When we become magicians, enlighten, master of two worlds, our job is to co exist with the serpent.

  • @Indie_Index
    @Indie_Index 3 года назад +5

    this is the most badass idea and the fact that you actually did it and stuck with it is extremely impressive

  • @Liana-ku1vb
    @Liana-ku1vb 3 года назад +2

    I started to learn tai chi a month ago by watching youtube tutorials how to do the correct movements. So far I am really liking it. Sometimes it is just bit tricky to only watch youtube tutorials. I hope that someday I can go and take tai chi classes aswell.

    • @mackenziebiegler848
      @mackenziebiegler848 Год назад

      What videos? I am more of a step-by-step person. Hoping Hoping when I get more financial stable i can afford physical in-class lessons.

  • @cristinelgheorghiu5294
    @cristinelgheorghiu5294 6 лет назад +25

    Congratulations! I did the same thing as u did years ago , only I went to Shaolin ... it was amazing and went back several times afterwards. U are great guy and and awesome human being !

    • @George-Thompson
      @George-Thompson  6 лет назад +1

      Awesome! Glad you enjoyed my friend!

    • @lefomelife
      @lefomelife 5 лет назад +1

      whats the money cost of doing that? 0:

  • @noelthewinterislandmermaid4952
    @noelthewinterislandmermaid4952 4 года назад +23

    8:20. I’ve done martial arts for almost 8 years and I still have battles with my own underminer. I’m always worried about being judged and criticized so I hide my training behind closed doors. I hope one day to be able to live free from those restraints like you learned to do. Stay happy and positive.

    • @noelthewinterislandmermaid4952
      @noelthewinterislandmermaid4952 4 года назад +1

      Stephan Menge no. Not my problem. My problem is the fact that as a human being I am not perfect. I have flaws as does everyone. And I don’t like when those flaws are exposed. So I’d rather hide than be bold and defeat that voice inside my head that says I’m not good enough.

    • @akarshappaiah8916
      @akarshappaiah8916 2 года назад +1

      which art did u learn ?

  • @thaliadelpilar5442
    @thaliadelpilar5442 Год назад +1

    This video brought me a sense of belonging, I honestly started tearing up at the end. Because Ive been struggling with anxiety and depression and to see that it can be better made me happy 🖤Thank you for such an inspiring video ❤

  • @ice4704
    @ice4704 4 года назад

    Your instructor seems so nice and knowledgable, you truly are lucky!

  • @Natashadanielsocdtherapist
    @Natashadanielsocdtherapist 6 лет назад +196

    Inspiring! We should all face our fears and find ourselves. Beautifully filmed as well.

    • @satnamo
      @satnamo 6 лет назад

      Fear and laziness are the greatest diseases of mankind.
      Man is even lazier than they are fearful.

    • @gregchan2640
      @gregchan2640 6 лет назад

      satnamo but the skill sucks in combat.. Soo fear lurks if you don't know how to used your fist.. And then laziness kick in because you failed! Lol...woman become even lazier as well 9 out 10 of
      .. They just wanna be stay home moms and watch soap opera lol..

  • @thunderstrike6993
    @thunderstrike6993 5 лет назад +6

    “Let’s show the world we know how to live” is a line to remember.

  • @marciahenning9384
    @marciahenning9384 9 месяцев назад

    I just learned about rhis video on 8/30/23. So great to see female students with Master Gu! Wonderful, thank you!

  • @sy2see
    @sy2see 3 года назад

    Well done young man. I think you have found your path to peace and serenity.

  • @SeventhDoorOpen
    @SeventhDoorOpen 6 лет назад +609

    I really like china. its a great country

    • @MiB-
      @MiB- 5 лет назад +7

      @James Flames
      Yeah Unlike Democratic INDIA doing much, much better dan Communist CHINA ‼️ Pls Watching ‼️
      ruclips.net/video/bepS_JMBcck/видео.html

    • @adamlevine9721
      @adamlevine9721 5 лет назад +33

      James Flames fuck u,idiot,u,know nothing about China

    • @adamlevine9721
      @adamlevine9721 5 лет назад +33

      James Flames get rid of your tunnel vision,if u want to know more about China ,stop watching some stupid videos those against China purposely,buy a ticket and come to see how free we are

    • @vattghern7592
      @vattghern7592 5 лет назад +7

      Adam Levine I have to come to china at some point ... I love the mountains

    • @smalbug
      @smalbug 5 лет назад +1

      HA HA.

  • @fantroy2664
    @fantroy2664 6 лет назад +15

    you are always welcome to China

  • @that1guy947
    @that1guy947 4 года назад +32

    One of the most important part of Kung fu is discipline and controlling your anger/rage

    • @liamsomeone6333
      @liamsomeone6333 3 года назад

      @Tom 1592009 true, if you get mad you make mistakes, that is why in kung fu you learn to control your breathing while you fight

    • @tamo9659
      @tamo9659 3 года назад

      Is there sparring in Kung fu? I’m curious why you would get angry in training if you don’t Spar ?

    • @liamsomeone6333
      @liamsomeone6333 3 года назад

      @@tamo9659 I think most kung fu practitioners spar

    • @optiiic111
      @optiiic111 3 года назад

      Which doesnt mean, you need to hide your emotions. Many people confound that and "eat" their anger untill they get depressive

  • @stevenjames5874
    @stevenjames5874 10 месяцев назад

    My girlfriend spent a year in the Wudang mountains. I've been so proud of her and what she's done that I plan on going there myself some day to learn Tai Chi

  • @nadjasarchive
    @nadjasarchive 5 лет назад +5

    I miss this. I was in China for 7 months, practicing shaolin kung fu. I’m just about to head home and watching this really makes me miss training. I haven’t trained in 3 weeks after training almost every day for months!

  • @animemotivation8939
    @animemotivation8939 5 лет назад +6

    i have learned many arts ......mix martial arts ...tai chi ......wing chun....but the most satisfying is tai chi ....it makes u feel good and gives u confidence in ur self

  • @xinglyu3571
    @xinglyu3571 Год назад

    I love the scene when ur practicing tai chi on the busy street in Shenzhen. In China there’s a saying that “one can find peace inside the noisiest place”, I think ur on the right path. Kudos!

  • @semperfi7616
    @semperfi7616 3 года назад +2

    When going through a hard time in life I started learning Wing Chun. Not only did it train my body but my mind as well. I love it.

  • @laffta6727
    @laffta6727 5 лет назад +57

    i started tai ch in my forties now in my sixties-my high blood pressure has been controlled by it-been in a couple of tussles with people half my age-tai chi self defense worked very nicely-my skills have been just from doing the yang long form-love it

    • @13jeettt
      @13jeettt 4 года назад

      I also want to learn it but i have no clue how should i start. Can you help me

    • @laffta6727
      @laffta6727 4 года назад +1

      13 JEET easy just go to video of an actual yang practicing the form view the video step by step u will get benefits from the form the video is of yang yeung sau Chung was a secret film

    • @13jeettt
      @13jeettt 4 года назад

      @@laffta6727 thnk you

  • @williamwang9559
    @williamwang9559 5 лет назад +25

    The soldier at the beginning of this video is soooo cute!

  • @LebenskompetenzForum
    @LebenskompetenzForum 5 месяцев назад

    What a heartwarming story! Be blessed!

  • @patrickjosephrescopalattao1130
    @patrickjosephrescopalattao1130 4 года назад

    I love your advocacy for young people to wake up in our world that you may do something for your self to get up and facings your trials in life

  • @Memaganna
    @Memaganna 4 года назад +22

    "Let show the world we know how to live"

  • @jacobrussell2958
    @jacobrussell2958 6 лет назад +33

    Hey! I am a practitioner of martial arts and came across your channel while looking for instructional videos of Tai Chi. I've watched a lot of your China videos now which have helped me realize things about my own anxieties and worries about life. I have read through the Tao Te Ching and have been trying to apply more Daoist practices into my life over the past few weeks and i have to say that even over a short period of time, it really helps me not just get through the days but enjoy them much more! Thank you for the insight into a different way to approach life. I have always loved chinese culture and plan to make my own trip to the Wudang Mountains in the future to learn more forms of Tai Chi! I wish you the best of luck in things to come!

    • @tebing9576
      @tebing9576 6 лет назад +2

      Jacob Russell go to wudang and learn there

    • @TheBlueskyson
      @TheBlueskyson 5 лет назад +1

      Hi Jacob. Any ideas where/how i could begin on a journey like yours? ty

  • @Uno.Numero
    @Uno.Numero 3 года назад +2

    I've got an extremely stressful lifestyle wherein my work keeps glued to it like forever. I've been doing some novice tai chi randomly whenever I find time and having done yoga in the past, I could feel the difference between the two disciplines first hand. They're entirely very different giving you a very different physiological and psychological conforms.
    What I found the striking difference between tai chi and yoga is that while yoga engulfs you in a state of peace and control, while tai chi gives you the same and goes beyond peace to give you an endless supply of energy, I think what tai chi trains us in doing is using our energy in a controlled manner, hence making us efficient in our energy utilization.
    So, yes Tai Chi it is, and then if anyone can combinate tai chi with yoga it's a supreme combination.

  • @pgalaxy
    @pgalaxy 3 года назад

    I started practicing Tai chi in 1998, in the UK with Catherine Robinson, who has since retired. In 2014 I fulfilled a dream and went to wudang mountain. the other english speaking master is Master Yuan, he is great, they are all great because they all embrace the Dao. thanks for sharing

  • @Rondoz11
    @Rondoz11 6 лет назад +33

    Lol, Master Gu was in the movie. That's pretty cool. Cool journey too.

  • @graylad
    @graylad 4 года назад +8

    Found this video by accident. I've been a martial artist for 40 years. Tai Chi is one of the martial arts that have I learned and have added to my repertoire.
    I honestly have to say that this was one of the most worthwhile videos I've ever seen on RUclips.
    谢谢!! 😊

    • @shiyigu844
      @shiyigu844 4 года назад

      Thanks for George, a young Brit who has been seeking the truth of life and has met with a Chinese Taoist Master!

  • @James-fv8vs
    @James-fv8vs 2 года назад +3

    Love this! Just started kung fu recently and it’s the thing I look forward to the most every week now!

  • @techniumtech4887
    @techniumtech4887 3 года назад +1

    Great story of personal growth! Everyone needs one of these

  • @femiisme9679
    @femiisme9679 6 лет назад +95

    Man that's very inspiring good job

  • @joaomiguelxs
    @joaomiguelxs 4 года назад +23

    Love it, George! Tai Chi took me from rock bottom depression and confusion to a place of more confidence and light. Today I help people by teaching the little that I know of Chen style. Wonderful and inspiring to see that it too made a difference for you and most importantly that you realized what a dramatic impact it can have on our lives. Thanks for that, man!

    • @awaiskhan9329
      @awaiskhan9329 Год назад

      How can I learn it as there is no one to teach in my place but I want to do it very badly.

  • @qinyin9147
    @qinyin9147 3 года назад

    Tai-chi,Yoga ,meditation are the best for our body and mind to keep balance and peaceful .

  • @francescofogar6721
    @francescofogar6721 3 года назад +2

    I'm a karate student, but I've appreciated a lot your experience in Wudang! You are a good example for all of us.

  • @ganganath5969
    @ganganath5969 6 лет назад +38

    George, I've thoroughly enjoyed watching your videos. I think I've seen them all. You've taken us on a wonderful journey into the ancient wisdom tradition of Wudang Daoism and Tai Chi. You were very fortunate to encounter such an excellent teacher, who also has a good sense of humor. I've been to China nine times and would love to go visit your teacher some day. My wife and I are international spiritual teachers and founded the Pine Mountain School of Zen Arts that is located at an altitude of 5,000 feet 90 minutes north of Los Angeles. Our school teaches all the traditional arts associated with Zen; meditation, tonic herbalism, bonsai (miniature gardening), ikebana (flower arranging), suiseki (stone appreciation), Kyudo (zen archery), and Iaido (the art of the sword). All of these Zen arts have their basis in meditation and develop mindfulness. If Master Gu, or you, ever come to America, we would love to have either of you teach a Tai Chi workshop at our school. Until then, we will be practicing by following Master Gu's Tai Chi course. Thank you for your excellent service by bringing ancient wisdom to the modern world.

    • @mastergutaichi
      @mastergutaichi 6 лет назад +2

      Ganga Nath Thanks for your consideration!

    • @TheBlueskyson
      @TheBlueskyson 5 лет назад +1

      Agreed. I'd go further and say George is a conduit, a window and doorway if u will, between ancient and modern worlds. George is the link.

  • @jimchilson8433
    @jimchilson8433 5 лет назад +46

    Beautiful film. You are so very lucky to have lived it and we are so lucky you filmed it. Thank you.

  • @9catlover
    @9catlover 4 года назад +2

    very impressed you just jumped on a plane and decided to go out on a limb. It can't be easy when you are feeling down...but i think it's when we feel most unsure, sad etc that we need to give ourselves bigger challenges. Also my dad's friend swears by Tai Chi and he's super strong

  • @livelikekings8968
    @livelikekings8968 4 года назад

    Oneness , centred , fulcrum, balance. The key to it all and all within each and every one of us. 👌🏼

  • @lynnmckenna9934
    @lynnmckenna9934 6 лет назад +44

    Goosebumps-tears- totally inspiring-... These videos are healing gifts- so grateful to you for creating and sharing...✨✨✨

    • @George-Thompson
      @George-Thompson  6 лет назад +2

      I'm really glad you enjoyed! it is my pleasure.

  • @cripson114
    @cripson114 4 года назад +35

    Dude your voice is super calming it reminds me of Jeremy Wade

  • @andreeaiuliatampu9952
    @andreeaiuliatampu9952 4 года назад +2

    Thank you! Honestly thank you! I was searching sooo long something like this to fight against my mental issues and this is just to perfect!

  • @HammerbiteStudios
    @HammerbiteStudios 4 года назад +3

    Absolutely PHENOMENAL that you've shared your adventure with all of us! I LOVED every minute of this! I hope you are staying in contact with Master Gu!

  • @jonybaker
    @jonybaker 6 лет назад +45

    That was brilliant!!! I'm doing a similar thing this October for a year, living with a Shaolin master in the mountains! Gonna share this video, good job 👍

    • @JD-zj5nt
      @JD-zj5nt 6 лет назад +6

      well this is funny im off to china aswel for one year in oktober For shaolin lolz

    • @jonybaker
      @jonybaker 6 лет назад +1

      Jannick d'hoore haha wow, which school are you planning on going to?

    • @JD-zj5nt
      @JD-zj5nt 6 лет назад +1

      the wushu center next to shaolin temple , my master was the first western who graduate from shaolin temple he has the connection so , im lucky whit that , you?

    • @jonybaker
      @jonybaker 6 лет назад +1

      Jannick d'hoore is that the Songshan Traditional Wushu Academy? Or somewhere else? Either way, that's great you have a connection there with your teacher! I'm planning to go to the Xinglong Shaolin School; my background is in Praying Mantis and Kickboxing.

    • @deep1551
      @deep1551 6 лет назад +1

      Jonathan Baker
      Man you guys are lucky that you are going there. One day i would love to go too. Hope I could use you guys as my connection 😁

  • @FelixNew
    @FelixNew 5 лет назад +128

    this was amazing! I really connected with this. There is nothing like a video that is loaded with life experience and been developed over so many weeks. Also good on you for spreading the positive message here in the West too by trying to motivate people to take it up. All the best for your journey. Seems like you've made some good progress! Keep it up 💪 💪

  • @FRASERMCGREGOR72
    @FRASERMCGREGOR72 4 года назад +3

    I just found you today. You have such a positive energy and are a wonderful and accessible story teller. Truly inspirational - thank you for sharing your experience and you life's journey to date.

  • @SevySp
    @SevySp 4 года назад +2

    This vid popped up in my suggestions and I'm glad I watched it - excellent topic, content, and production. I've got a smile on my face now, thank you so much!

  • @agatakuflewicz561
    @agatakuflewicz561 6 лет назад +18

    Love your video but also your style, so natural and honest. I hope you continue your Tai Chi adventure

  • @theteasessions
    @theteasessions 6 лет назад +43

    Ten days of editing and you have a superb video, George! It’s really inspiring, and it resonated with me deeply. Thank you for talking about your anxiety and mental health and for sharing the insights and lessons Tai Chi and Taoism are teaching you. Great, great video. 🙏

    • @George-Thompson
      @George-Thompson  6 лет назад

      10 days of editing ;) - I'm really glad you enjoyed it!!

    • @theteasessions
      @theteasessions 6 лет назад

      George Thompson I meant to write ‘days’! 😆

  • @woodfordp
    @woodfordp 3 года назад +7

    Great film George, I’ve not been feeling great and this was just what I needed on a cold wet Sunday morning - thank you 🙏

  • @georgemcnally4473
    @georgemcnally4473 4 года назад +2

    Thanks for making this video George. We are currently on lockdown here in the UK and many of us are pretty fed up with the actions of the Chinese government, but your video helped to remind me of so many wonderful aspects of Chinese culture and the warmth and hospitality of so many of its people.

  • @alexandercorne
    @alexandercorne 5 лет назад +13

    Hi George, really inspiring video! I spent three years studying kung fu in China, competed all across the country, and after all that I still get the 'go inside the neighbors might be watching' voice in my head when I do tai chi in the garden back in the UK. Glad to know I'm not the only one!
    Look forward to seeing more of your journey.

  • @Daparaus
    @Daparaus 4 года назад +26

    Your energy from week 1 in the morning to week 7 was an amazing shift to see, let alone the now you, congratulations on the transformation homie, much love

  • @YouknowwhereHughgo
    @YouknowwhereHughgo 9 месяцев назад +1

    I miss it over there, after travelling China, I don’t think I was ever the same person again

  • @urtepadaigaite2535
    @urtepadaigaite2535 6 месяцев назад +1

    That is such a nice video! Your experience in China and your inner journey from anxiety and underminer sounds amazing. Congrats! And thank you for the video, very greatful, it was a real pleasure to watch

  • @timothylee958
    @timothylee958 4 года назад +16

    I know how it feels, to lose control. This was an extremely inspiring video!

  • @ricardocastelhano
    @ricardocastelhano 5 лет назад +13

    NiHao from Portugal. In a moment I'm considering get back in my Taijiquan and Qigong practice, I stumbled on your video. Very inspiring.
    Keep spreading the word about Tao, mindfulness, and TaiJi.
    We are the sum of all our parts, the Yin and the Yang.
    Xiexie!!

    • @shiyigu844
      @shiyigu844 4 года назад

      Your comment is equally inspiring! A message from Master

  • @Mr.Liam.
    @Mr.Liam. 4 года назад +3

    So humbled to have come across your channel. It’s an inspiration to see how you took a huge leap in your life and haven’t looked back.

  • @jacobwhalley7026
    @jacobwhalley7026 3 года назад

    Ahh this warms the heart. You have so much to be proud of, your heart is kind, thankyou for your effort, I really look forward to your taoism film! All the best George!

  • @tealeaf9260
    @tealeaf9260 5 лет назад +3

    Happy for you. This was a well-planned and well-edited video with a focused message that can help inspire a lot of people. I spend my martial arts time these days working to understand my teacher's Baguazhang, but Taijiquan is good stuff.

  • @sonatak304
    @sonatak304 5 лет назад +8

    Congratulations on your transformation. Good for you for pursuing your calling and sharing it with the world. Very inspiring!

  • @causalityloop4864
    @causalityloop4864 3 года назад +1

    Even two years after this was made I has still found a way to inspire people. Incredible, truly incredible

  • @robertduran5920
    @robertduran5920 5 месяцев назад

    Alright, alright, you got me. I've been looking for this for a while. Thank you

  • @noureddineziani9067
    @noureddineziani9067 6 лет назад +19

    Hey , Just want to say that I love your videos , i'm a student in France , and my goal is same as yours when I finish i'm want to go to China learn the language , the culture and of course taichi what a beautiful channel and what a beautiful country China is !

    • @mastergutaichi
      @mastergutaichi 6 лет назад +2

      Madara Channel Welcome to Wudang Taoist Wellness Academy in central China’s Wudang Mountains, where you can relax, learn and rejuvenate yourself!

    • @junyangalex3443
      @junyangalex3443 6 лет назад

      Madara Channel Welcome to China

    • @xavierbai1795
      @xavierbai1795 5 лет назад

      vary welcome!

    • @bigwhiteshark7186
      @bigwhiteshark7186 5 лет назад

      welcome to my country,LOL

  • @sayadark5118
    @sayadark5118 4 года назад +7

    This one of my favorite videos i am at a point in my life where everything seems hopeless but you always inspire me and make feel much better i hope i can find my own way too

  • @kellymurphycoto1352
    @kellymurphycoto1352 3 года назад +2

    I am suffering from Shingles , just recently coming out of the crisis as per say. I want to start on this so I can control my anxiety and stress levels. I DO NOT WANT THIS AGAIN. Will keep you posted.

    • @sperryunivac7791
      @sperryunivac7791 2 года назад

      A nosode for the correct virus will cure it permanently. Though I've removed infection with the 6 healing sounds, my nosodes are far more effective unless one is a chi gong master.

  • @user-je3ox9ue7e
    @user-je3ox9ue7e 8 месяцев назад

    I studied martial arts whenI was a young adult. Life got in the way - but your videos have re-awakened that love in side of me. My body has suffered greatly from the abuse I did to it during my hardcore training days... I am in my late 60's but want to start and do what I can. Thank You! In my heart - I would love to give this teaching to every child in school - as I truly believe it brings out the Good In All.