Introduction to
Daoist Teachings
philosophy and practical application
Live weekly teachings guided by an ordained Daoist Abbot with over 20 years of study and practice.
Starting March 4th, 2026.
Who it is for
Spiritual seekers, meditation practitioners, holistic teachers, and curious minds who want discover Daoist teachings to enhance their life.
Program details
Schedule: 90 minutes, once per week
Length: 2 years
Location: Live on Zoom
In-person option: Annual 3-day seminar (Optional)
Prerequisites: None
Cost: $200/month
Starting: March 4th, 2026.
Who this is not for
People seeking instant enlightenment, quick fixes, or miracles without putting in effort. People with severe mental health challenges who need clinical support. Debate-first skeptics who are unwilling to practice or reflect.
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Why This Class Exists
Personal Transformation and Growth
Through steady study and embodied practice, students strengthen trust in the Dao as a guiding principle rather than a concept. Over time, this clarity supports better decision-making, not through force or control, but through discernment and alignment.
The training encourages ongoing self-awareness, helping students observe habits, reactions, and internal narratives without judgment. As understanding deepens, many experience a greater sense of peace and realistic hope, grounded in acceptance of how life actually unfolds.
Measurable Lifestyle Benefits
The work is not abstract. As students apply Daoist principles consistently, struggle in daily life often decreases. Responses become more measured and behaviors shift naturally.
Instead of reacting to circumstances, students begin to act with proactive faith, trusting process, timing, and appropriate action. The result is not perfection, but steadiness and reliability in how one meets life.
The Value of Community Study
Daoist wisdom is traditionally transmitted through relationships, not isolation. Studying within a committed group exposes students to diverse perspectives that refine understanding and prevent self-deception.
Regular meetings create accountability, helping insight turn into practice rather than remaining theory. Over time, shared study deepens relationships, fostering a respectful learning environment where growth is supported without comparison or performance.
Learning to WALK With the Dao
A PRACTICAL INTRODUCTION TO DAOIST PHILOSOPHY AND EMBODIED WISDOM.
INTRODUCING
Introduction to Daoist Teachings:
Philosophy and practical application
This training provides an entry path into Daoist teachings. Through guided study and practice, students develop clarity, inner alignment, and insights into their lives. It is designed for those seeking inspiration, especially if they are unsure whether Daoism is right for them or how to apply the ancient principles in their daily life.
Includes:
Weekly Classes
Live on Zoom, weekly. Lecture, discussion, guided practice, and time for Q&A.
Private Community
Connect with others in a dedicated, supportive space for conversation and insights.
On-Demand Access
Enjoy access to revisit practices, and deepen your integration as long you are part of the class.
In-Person Training
To deepen and embody what you've learned in the weekly classes. (Optional)
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Are you ready to dive in?
This training goes beyond abstract philosophy without resorting to fantasy or quick fixes. It offers a grounded introduction to Daoist teachings, transmitted through classical texts, guided practice, and lived application.
You will study core Daoist principles such as yin and yang, wu wei, harmony with nature, and embodied awareness, and learn how to apply them calmly in modern life.
Drawing on over 20 years of practice and teaching as a Daoist priest, Abbot, and Doctor of Medical Qigong, I deliver these teachings in a clear, practical, and accessible way, preserving their depth while making them usable today.
What Will You Learn?
In the first stage of this training, you will study foundational Daoist philosophy and worldview, learning how core principles like yin and yang, non-force (wu wei), and harmony with nature apply to modern life.
You will work with meditation, simple embodiment practices, and clear frameworks that translate classical texts into daily experience. This training is structured, progressive, and rooted in Daoist tradition, offering a grounded entry point into a longer Daoist path.
Weekly class format
Lecture and text decoding
Conversation and guided reflection (to build understanding)
Simple embodiment practice (Prayer, meditation, qigong exercises)
Q&A every session
Note: There is no required homework. You get out as much as you put in.
What Others Have Experienced
BE INSPIRED
"My work with Diego has been deep, profound, and transformative. He has a unique talent for seeing the root cause of destructive thinking patterns and assisting the client in removing them for good. I really appreciate his no-nonsense, no-judgment approach to healing."
Lishanna T.
"Working with Diego has been a gift. He offers real, applicable tools that give you exactly what you need in order to do the work. In doing the work, the transformation is utterly profound."
Gabrielle B.
Where this fits in the Daoist progression
This training is part of a longer pathway. It establishes foundations and prepares students for future progression. Enrollment does not guarantee advancement. Advancement comes through practice, character, and integration.
This training covers
Student: A seeker beginning formal study, learning the foundations and orientation of Daoist teaching.
Friend of the Dao: Someone who has chosen the Daoist path and is actively practicing within the traditional framework.
Disciple: A student who has taken a vow of dedication, received a Daoist lineage name, and entered apprenticeship candidacy under a qualified teacher.
This training prepares you for
Apprentice
Priest
Shifu
Abbot
Senior Abbot
Hi! I'm Diego.
When you understand the Rules of the game... Upset, it is a choice.
I have spent more than 20 years studying and practicing Daoist teachings through formal training and personal application. My path has included long-term study of Daoist philosophy, meditation, internal cultivation, and classical texts, guided by qualified teachers and especially my root teacher, Dr. Jerry Alan Johnson.
I currently serve as an Abbot, a role that involves overseeing priests and supporting teachers. Much of my work has been devoted to teaching teachers, helping them mature not only in technique, but in discernment, responsibility, and embodiment.
Alongside my Daoist work, I have spent decades as a business advisor and executive consultant. This experience sharpened my ability to identify patterns, whether in organizations, leadership behavior, or internal human systems. Over time, it became clear that the same principles found in Daoist teachings govern both inner cultivation and effective action in the world.
My approach is direct, practical, and grounded. I focus on making sense of ancient wisdom into forms that can be applied without distortion or theatrics. My style of teaching emphasizes engaging with life as it shows up, grounded in clarity, steadiness, and alignment.
This training reflects that integration. It is offered to students who want to explore Daoist teachings and see whether they fit into their lives.
This training supports meaningful change through consistent effort. While the work can be challenging, students often find the path deeply rewarding, as clarity replaces confusion and practice becomes a reliable guide for daily life.
THIS IS THE FIRST STEP YOU'VE BEEN WAITING TO TAKE.
Additional Testimonials
What Inspiration might be waiting for you?
"His deep compassion enhances his powerful healing and intuitive business insight. He’s a true pioneer in uniting energy work with a modern twist .”
Dr. WW
"Diego provided me with the tools to indeed become Captain of my soul. His soul, knowledge, patience and commitment not only produced that which I sought; but also his teachings re-trained my brain. The result of such dedication and teaching expertise has brought my mind, body and spirit to oneness. To live ‘in the present’. Each day is truly a gift."
Mary T.
"Diego has offered me the opportunity to find greater understanding in my actions and their outcomes. In doing so, I have been able to establish great time management skills, a foundation of self-awareness and self-care practices, and have been able to receive and give more to and from all aspects of my life. "
Morgan F.
"He has techniques and experience to work with people in a way that when you finish talking to him, you already feel better. After a few classes with him, so many things fell into place. I am very grateful. "
Soledad V.
Daoist Lineage
The Continuum of Daoist Transmission
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