Kodawari Hombu Dojo Meiso-ho

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Ryusei-ha Meiso-Ho

Dragon Spirit School

Meditation Methods

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It is VERY important to note at this point that when we talk about Taoism, we are NOT referring to a religion in any way, shape or form. No one at the Kodawari Hombu Dojo cares what religion you belong to or whether or not you are religious! No one is looking to convert you from whatever your religious beliefs may be to Taoism or anything else. Taoism (or Daoism) refers to either a school of philosophical thought (道家 – daojia) or to a religion (道教 – daojiao). Taoism holds that humans and animals should live in balance with the Tao, or the universe. Taoists, in general, believe in spiritual immortality, where the spirit of the body joins the universe after death. We seek to learn the arts and sciences that assist with our development of the combative and personal protection arts. In particular this would cover breathing methods, meditation methods and energy work (both qigong or kiko and neigong or naiko).

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The meiso-ho (or meditation methods – 瞑想法) taught by the Kodawari Hombu Dojo (こだわり本部道場) follow, primarily, the Taoist water method (水法修道 – shui fa xiu dao). Speaking very broadly, the water traditions refer to the collection of much older esoteric traditions of Daoism. The origin of the water traditions pre-date the later larger impact of the fire methods (huo fa – 火法) brought about by the spread of Buddhism (Fojiao – 佛教) in China.

 

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A much larger and longer article is forthcoming that goes into a much greater level of detail between fire and water methods as well as the differences between qigong (气功) or kiko (気功) energy work and neigong (內功) or naiko (内功) inner work. It is very important to be able to distinguish the difference between the two traditions since it can save you time in your studies and avoid potentially dangerous or damaging practices before your body (and mind) is prepared for them.

What is the water method in Taoism? Broadly speaking, it is the collection of older traditions of Daoism, its origin pre-dating the huge impact of the spread of Buddhism in China. Neo-Daoism [the ‘fire’ methods] arose 200 ~ 500AD which is also when, as a result of Buddhist influence, one starts seeing Daoist organizations with monasteries, rules, etc. Remember that prior to the rise of Neo-Daoism, the classic Daoist was usually a hermit who lived alone in a cave, has zero to a very few students, and in many [political] ways could be considered an anarchist…In the water traditions you ‘observe and allow’. In the fire traditions you ‘make stuff happen.’

Like most of the more esoteric traditions of the Eastern cultures, New Age and self-help gurus (in both the East and the West) have appropriated the teachings and through either ignorance (misunderstanding) or outright fraud, presented techniques and information that range from totally worthless wastes of time to dangerous (in terms of mental and physical health).

Put as simply as possible, the Ryusei-ha Meiso-ho (龍精派瞑想法 – Dragon Spirit School of Meditation Methods) techniques taught by the Kodawari Hombu Dojo are designed to quiet the “default network mode” of the brain. Once that is done, they will then systematically aide you in “releasing” everything inside of you that prevents you from reaching your human potential and from experiencing the life you really want to live.

The Ryusei-ha Meiso-ho techniques are non-religious and are generally broken down into three (3) levels of learning:

  • Preparatory Meditation Practices
  • Introductory Meditation Practices
  • Advanced Meditation Practices

Preparatory (準備瞑想法 – Junbi meisō-hō) and Beginning Meditation Methods (瞑想法を始める – Meisō-hō o hajimeru) include (but are not limited to) the following:

Advanced Meditation Methods (高度な瞑想法 – kodona meiso-ho) include (but are not limited to) the following:

  • The resolution of deep emotional and mental issues within yourself
  • The development of higher level emotions such as [true] kindness and compassion
  • Entering into a profound state of “Emptiness” (this is often called “Enlightenment” in the West)

By developing the Preparatory and Beginning levels of meditation, you create the possibility (with no obligation) to develop the Advanced level of meditation. To develop the Advanced level, there is an absolute prerequisite to develop the Preparatory and Beginning levels.

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MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: The practice of Taoist meditative and energy arts (in this case, Ryusei-ha Meiso-ho and related practices) may carry risks. The information shared in this video is not in any way intended as a substitute for medical, mental or emotional counseling with a licensed physician or healthcare provider. The viewer should not attempt any of the practices or exercises discussed in this video if they are pregnant or have a medical condition. The viewer should consult a professional before undertaking any martial arts, movement, meditative arts, health or exercise programme to reduce the chance of injury, or any other harm that may result from pursuing or trying any technique discussed herein. Any physical or other distress experienced during or after any exercise should NOT be ignored and should be brought to the attention of a healthcare professional. The creators and publishers of this video disclaim any liabilities for loss in connection with following any of the practices described in this video, and implementation is at the discretion, decision and risk of the viewer.

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