John Blue
@snakeandturtle.bsky.social
Qigong, Meditation, & Taiji Quan Instruction
Happy Winter Solstice!
I was interviewed by the Metta Center for Nonviolence for their excellent podcast, and I hope you enjoy the conversation!
#mettacenterfornonviolence
wagingnonviolence.org/metta/podcas...
I was interviewed by the Metta Center for Nonviolence for their excellent podcast, and I hope you enjoy the conversation!
#mettacenterfornonviolence
wagingnonviolence.org/metta/podcas...
Taoism and the inner practice of nonviolence in winter
Taoist monk and doctor of Chinese medicine John Blue discusses the role of rest, stillness and attentiveness in the work of justice.
wagingnonviolence.org
December 22, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Happy Winter Solstice!
I was interviewed by the Metta Center for Nonviolence for their excellent podcast, and I hope you enjoy the conversation!
#mettacenterfornonviolence
wagingnonviolence.org/metta/podcas...
I was interviewed by the Metta Center for Nonviolence for their excellent podcast, and I hope you enjoy the conversation!
#mettacenterfornonviolence
wagingnonviolence.org/metta/podcas...
The Future of Peacekeeping: A Conversation with Gilda Bettencourt
I hope you enjoy this chat with Gilda Bettencourt of the Nonviolent Peace Force. We talk about the power of unarmed civilian protection in our world. She shares stories from conflict zones around the world.
youtu.be/qX8YwKiqcO0
I hope you enjoy this chat with Gilda Bettencourt of the Nonviolent Peace Force. We talk about the power of unarmed civilian protection in our world. She shares stories from conflict zones around the world.
youtu.be/qX8YwKiqcO0
The Future of Peacekeeping: A Conversation with Gilda Bettencourt
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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December 4, 2025 at 11:28 PM
The Future of Peacekeeping: A Conversation with Gilda Bettencourt
I hope you enjoy this chat with Gilda Bettencourt of the Nonviolent Peace Force. We talk about the power of unarmed civilian protection in our world. She shares stories from conflict zones around the world.
youtu.be/qX8YwKiqcO0
I hope you enjoy this chat with Gilda Bettencourt of the Nonviolent Peace Force. We talk about the power of unarmed civilian protection in our world. She shares stories from conflict zones around the world.
youtu.be/qX8YwKiqcO0
XuanXiuGong Daoist Monastery: Enjoying an Autumn Stroll
YouTube video by Snohomish Explorer
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November 1, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Listening With the Heart: A Conversation with Susan Partnow
In a world increasingly polarized and divided, this conversation with Susan Partnow offers a powerful reminder: healing relationships begins with how we listen.
youtu.be/Sgc43R3jwpA
In a world increasingly polarized and divided, this conversation with Susan Partnow offers a powerful reminder: healing relationships begins with how we listen.
youtu.be/Sgc43R3jwpA
Listening With the Heart: A Conversation with Susan Partnow
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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October 27, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Listening With the Heart: A Conversation with Susan Partnow
In a world increasingly polarized and divided, this conversation with Susan Partnow offers a powerful reminder: healing relationships begins with how we listen.
youtu.be/Sgc43R3jwpA
In a world increasingly polarized and divided, this conversation with Susan Partnow offers a powerful reminder: healing relationships begins with how we listen.
youtu.be/Sgc43R3jwpA
Trust Yourself. Try Things! (A Conversation With Amery Kessler)
Enjoy this creative and reflective conversation with Amery Kessler. An artist, activist, and peace educator whose work explores the profound connections between nonviolence, creativity, and human vulnerability.
youtu.be/FZYMdxV44mg
Enjoy this creative and reflective conversation with Amery Kessler. An artist, activist, and peace educator whose work explores the profound connections between nonviolence, creativity, and human vulnerability.
youtu.be/FZYMdxV44mg
Trust Yourself. Try Things! (A Conversation With Amery Kessler)
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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October 23, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Trust Yourself. Try Things! (A Conversation With Amery Kessler)
Enjoy this creative and reflective conversation with Amery Kessler. An artist, activist, and peace educator whose work explores the profound connections between nonviolence, creativity, and human vulnerability.
youtu.be/FZYMdxV44mg
Enjoy this creative and reflective conversation with Amery Kessler. An artist, activist, and peace educator whose work explores the profound connections between nonviolence, creativity, and human vulnerability.
youtu.be/FZYMdxV44mg
The Way We Wish It Had Happened: A Speech for the Department of Peace
A full reimagining of Secretary Pete Hegseth’s 2025 address at Quantico: rewritten line-by-line in the spirit of nonviolence, compassion, and human dignity.
youtu.be/qC0yOAsp4zg
A full reimagining of Secretary Pete Hegseth’s 2025 address at Quantico: rewritten line-by-line in the spirit of nonviolence, compassion, and human dignity.
youtu.be/qC0yOAsp4zg
The Way We Wish It Had Happened: A Speech for the Department of Peace
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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October 7, 2025 at 3:05 AM
The Way We Wish It Had Happened: A Speech for the Department of Peace
A full reimagining of Secretary Pete Hegseth’s 2025 address at Quantico: rewritten line-by-line in the spirit of nonviolence, compassion, and human dignity.
youtu.be/qC0yOAsp4zg
A full reimagining of Secretary Pete Hegseth’s 2025 address at Quantico: rewritten line-by-line in the spirit of nonviolence, compassion, and human dignity.
youtu.be/qC0yOAsp4zg
In this video series, we comment upon the Nonviolence Daily Podcast by Michael Nagler and Stephanie Van Hook, based on the book "Nonviolence Daily: 365 Days of Inspiration from Gandhi."
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Nonviolence Daily: An Exploration and Commentary Upon a Classic - YouTube
In this video series, we follow the Nonviolence Daily Podcast by Michael Nagler and Stephanie Van Hook, based on the book "Nonviolence Daily: 365 Days of Ins...
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September 22, 2025 at 3:55 AM
In this video series, we comment upon the Nonviolence Daily Podcast by Michael Nagler and Stephanie Van Hook, based on the book "Nonviolence Daily: 365 Days of Inspiration from Gandhi."
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Inner Work and Global Transformation: A Conversation with Jac O'Keeffe
In this heartfelt conversation, John Blue and Jac O’Keeffe explore the deep connection between authenticity, radical self-honesty, and personal power.
youtu.be/u3q1NLTOXrw
In this heartfelt conversation, John Blue and Jac O’Keeffe explore the deep connection between authenticity, radical self-honesty, and personal power.
youtu.be/u3q1NLTOXrw
Inner Work and Global Transformation: A Conversation with Jac O'Keeffe
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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August 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Inner Work and Global Transformation: A Conversation with Jac O'Keeffe
In this heartfelt conversation, John Blue and Jac O’Keeffe explore the deep connection between authenticity, radical self-honesty, and personal power.
youtu.be/u3q1NLTOXrw
In this heartfelt conversation, John Blue and Jac O’Keeffe explore the deep connection between authenticity, radical self-honesty, and personal power.
youtu.be/u3q1NLTOXrw
Live Q&A: Ask Me Anything! (#3)
It's always enjoyable to get together online and answer any questions that may be on your mind. Bring your thoughts, ideas, and confusion, and we'll have some fun! With any luck, Melanie will also show up to chat.
#nonviolence #askmeanything
youtu.be/RAinPL1XGUk
It's always enjoyable to get together online and answer any questions that may be on your mind. Bring your thoughts, ideas, and confusion, and we'll have some fun! With any luck, Melanie will also show up to chat.
#nonviolence #askmeanything
youtu.be/RAinPL1XGUk
Live Q&A: Ask Me Anything! (#3)
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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July 28, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Live Q&A: Ask Me Anything! (#3)
It's always enjoyable to get together online and answer any questions that may be on your mind. Bring your thoughts, ideas, and confusion, and we'll have some fun! With any luck, Melanie will also show up to chat.
#nonviolence #askmeanything
youtu.be/RAinPL1XGUk
It's always enjoyable to get together online and answer any questions that may be on your mind. Bring your thoughts, ideas, and confusion, and we'll have some fun! With any luck, Melanie will also show up to chat.
#nonviolence #askmeanything
youtu.be/RAinPL1XGUk
From Protest to Possibility: A Conversation with Rivera Sun
Peace activist and author Rivera Sun shares her insights on building nonviolent movements, the role of storytelling in social change, and how ordinary people can rise to meet extraordinary times.
#riverasun #activism
youtu.be/f3mJJXApx3E
Peace activist and author Rivera Sun shares her insights on building nonviolent movements, the role of storytelling in social change, and how ordinary people can rise to meet extraordinary times.
#riverasun #activism
youtu.be/f3mJJXApx3E
From Protest to Possibility: A Conversation with Rivera Sun
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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July 23, 2025 at 9:45 PM
From Protest to Possibility: A Conversation with Rivera Sun
Peace activist and author Rivera Sun shares her insights on building nonviolent movements, the role of storytelling in social change, and how ordinary people can rise to meet extraordinary times.
#riverasun #activism
youtu.be/f3mJJXApx3E
Peace activist and author Rivera Sun shares her insights on building nonviolent movements, the role of storytelling in social change, and how ordinary people can rise to meet extraordinary times.
#riverasun #activism
youtu.be/f3mJJXApx3E
Authenticity & Transformation: A Conversation with Stephanie Van Hook
I very much enjoyed this conversation with Stephanie Van Hook. She is the director of the Metta Center for Nonviolence and also the host of the Nonviolence Radio Hour Podcast. Please support their work!
youtu.be/4ek8mBkoEZY
I very much enjoyed this conversation with Stephanie Van Hook. She is the director of the Metta Center for Nonviolence and also the host of the Nonviolence Radio Hour Podcast. Please support their work!
youtu.be/4ek8mBkoEZY
Authenticity & Transformation: A Conversation with Stephanie Van Hook
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
youtu.be
July 10, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Authenticity & Transformation: A Conversation with Stephanie Van Hook
I very much enjoyed this conversation with Stephanie Van Hook. She is the director of the Metta Center for Nonviolence and also the host of the Nonviolence Radio Hour Podcast. Please support their work!
youtu.be/4ek8mBkoEZY
I very much enjoyed this conversation with Stephanie Van Hook. She is the director of the Metta Center for Nonviolence and also the host of the Nonviolence Radio Hour Podcast. Please support their work!
youtu.be/4ek8mBkoEZY
Aligning for Success: Tai Chi Postural Principles in the Workplace
Long hours at a desk can take a toll on your body, leading to fatigue, discomfort, and long-term health issues. This session explores the impact of posture on productivity, energy levels, and overall well-being
youtu.be/RecJGoqKUQ0
Long hours at a desk can take a toll on your body, leading to fatigue, discomfort, and long-term health issues. This session explores the impact of posture on productivity, energy levels, and overall well-being
youtu.be/RecJGoqKUQ0
Aligning for Success: Tai Chi Postural Principles in the Workplace
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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June 7, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Aligning for Success: Tai Chi Postural Principles in the Workplace
Long hours at a desk can take a toll on your body, leading to fatigue, discomfort, and long-term health issues. This session explores the impact of posture on productivity, energy levels, and overall well-being
youtu.be/RecJGoqKUQ0
Long hours at a desk can take a toll on your body, leading to fatigue, discomfort, and long-term health issues. This session explores the impact of posture on productivity, energy levels, and overall well-being
youtu.be/RecJGoqKUQ0
Effortless Success: Daoist Wisdom for Growth & Achievement
What if success didn’t have to be a struggle? In this talk, John explores the ancient wisdom of wu wei—effortless action—and shows how doing less can actually help you achieve more.
youtu.be/BryA_ZRBZfA
What if success didn’t have to be a struggle? In this talk, John explores the ancient wisdom of wu wei—effortless action—and shows how doing less can actually help you achieve more.
youtu.be/BryA_ZRBZfA
Effortless Success: Daoist Wisdom for Growth & Achievement
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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May 17, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Effortless Success: Daoist Wisdom for Growth & Achievement
What if success didn’t have to be a struggle? In this talk, John explores the ancient wisdom of wu wei—effortless action—and shows how doing less can actually help you achieve more.
youtu.be/BryA_ZRBZfA
What if success didn’t have to be a struggle? In this talk, John explores the ancient wisdom of wu wei—effortless action—and shows how doing less can actually help you achieve more.
youtu.be/BryA_ZRBZfA
Foundations For A Lasting Peace Movement: A Conversation With Michael N. Nagler
I very much enjoyed this conversation with Michael Nagler. He is a well-known peace activist and scholar. He founded the Metta Center for Nonviolence and has written extensively on peace studies.
youtu.be/Z5rhh5-zFBk
I very much enjoyed this conversation with Michael Nagler. He is a well-known peace activist and scholar. He founded the Metta Center for Nonviolence and has written extensively on peace studies.
youtu.be/Z5rhh5-zFBk
Foundations For A Lasting Peace Movement: A Conversation With Michael N. Nagler
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
youtu.be
May 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Foundations For A Lasting Peace Movement: A Conversation With Michael N. Nagler
I very much enjoyed this conversation with Michael Nagler. He is a well-known peace activist and scholar. He founded the Metta Center for Nonviolence and has written extensively on peace studies.
youtu.be/Z5rhh5-zFBk
I very much enjoyed this conversation with Michael Nagler. He is a well-known peace activist and scholar. He founded the Metta Center for Nonviolence and has written extensively on peace studies.
youtu.be/Z5rhh5-zFBk
Avoiding Burnout: Applying Daoist Philosophy to Stress Management
Daoism offers profound insights about living in harmony with both ourselves and the world around us. This workshop introduces the Daoist approach to releasing imbalance at work and at home.
youtu.be/DsEEyPC4Nog
Daoism offers profound insights about living in harmony with both ourselves and the world around us. This workshop introduces the Daoist approach to releasing imbalance at work and at home.
youtu.be/DsEEyPC4Nog
Avoiding Burnout: Stress, Work, & Deep Rest
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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May 4, 2025 at 4:03 AM
Avoiding Burnout: Applying Daoist Philosophy to Stress Management
Daoism offers profound insights about living in harmony with both ourselves and the world around us. This workshop introduces the Daoist approach to releasing imbalance at work and at home.
youtu.be/DsEEyPC4Nog
Daoism offers profound insights about living in harmony with both ourselves and the world around us. This workshop introduces the Daoist approach to releasing imbalance at work and at home.
youtu.be/DsEEyPC4Nog
If you can, please visit Yelp to leave a 5-Star review for the Taoist Studies Institute. We are trying to raise awareness for the school in Seattle. Thank you!
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Taoist Studies Institute - Seattle, WA
Specialties: We offer classes in:
Taiji Quan (Tai Chi Chuan), Qi gong, Meditation, Bagua Zhang (an internal martial art), Push Hands, Taiji weapons, and Taoist (Daoist) philosophy - both in-person & o...
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February 15, 2025 at 1:38 PM
If you can, please visit Yelp to leave a 5-Star review for the Taoist Studies Institute. We are trying to raise awareness for the school in Seattle. Thank you!
www.yelp.com/biz/taoist-s...
www.yelp.com/biz/taoist-s...
Tea-Ware Essentials: Conversation With Tea Master Huei-Ling Shiang
I hope you enjoy this lighthearted conversation with Huei-Ling Shiang! She is an expert in Taiwanese tea and a translator of Buddhist texts. Please support her work!
youtu.be/LHx3a3UD9U0
I hope you enjoy this lighthearted conversation with Huei-Ling Shiang! She is an expert in Taiwanese tea and a translator of Buddhist texts. Please support her work!
youtu.be/LHx3a3UD9U0
Tea-Ware Essentials: Conversation With Tea Master Huei-Ling Shiang
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
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February 14, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Tea-Ware Essentials: Conversation With Tea Master Huei-Ling Shiang
I hope you enjoy this lighthearted conversation with Huei-Ling Shiang! She is an expert in Taiwanese tea and a translator of Buddhist texts. Please support her work!
youtu.be/LHx3a3UD9U0
I hope you enjoy this lighthearted conversation with Huei-Ling Shiang! She is an expert in Taiwanese tea and a translator of Buddhist texts. Please support her work!
youtu.be/LHx3a3UD9U0
XuanXiuGong Daoist Monastery: Walking in the Snow
YouTube video by Snohomish Explorer
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February 2, 2025 at 11:50 PM
A Deep Conversation With an Agile Mind: Interview With Memory Master Dr. Anthony Metivier
I had a great time during the lighthearted conversation with Dr. Anthony. We explored ideas of existence, non-existence, and the silliness of contemplating either.
#philosophy #nondual
youtu.be/q6ukpItyuSc
I had a great time during the lighthearted conversation with Dr. Anthony. We explored ideas of existence, non-existence, and the silliness of contemplating either.
#philosophy #nondual
youtu.be/q6ukpItyuSc
A Deep Conversation With an Agile Mind: Interview With Memory Master Dr. Anthony Metivier
YouTube video by John Blue: Snake & Turtle Qigong
youtu.be
January 29, 2025 at 6:25 PM
A Deep Conversation With an Agile Mind: Interview With Memory Master Dr. Anthony Metivier
I had a great time during the lighthearted conversation with Dr. Anthony. We explored ideas of existence, non-existence, and the silliness of contemplating either.
#philosophy #nondual
youtu.be/q6ukpItyuSc
I had a great time during the lighthearted conversation with Dr. Anthony. We explored ideas of existence, non-existence, and the silliness of contemplating either.
#philosophy #nondual
youtu.be/q6ukpItyuSc
