I Lived with a Tai Chi Master on Remote Mountain

I spent a winter on a tai chi mountain with Master Gu, here’s a glimpse into our life…
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Join me for a glimpse into the daily routine of life in the Wudang Mountain during winter.
Follow along with Master Gu as he takes you through a typical day during the colder months. From practicing tai chi and fetching water when the pipes are frozen, to tending the fire, every day is an adventure in the winter wonderland of Wudang Mountains. 🏔️
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[@ShekinahGwaii]

wood ~ water ~ stillness ~ activity ~ LIFE! this is so beautifully done! I will always cherish the image of the master singing on his way to the well! this is all so very precious. 😌

[@George-Thompson]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the kind words 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@jaypeters9028]

Eyeyamduhsaddestmaninthuland😢

[@shantaramkrishnan8839]

The grace and beauty of living in nature with abundance of inner joy while knowing that what's simple is profoundly rich .

[@sankerr1077]

But no one knows it..😢

[@MartinKPettersson]

I used to live mainly in Sri Lanka and Malaysia during my years as a Buddhist Monk so we never had any winters to contend with. But I can feel the serenity and silence of your video and it brings me back to being woken before sunrise by the gong and spending days and weeks in silence together with reading books in candlelight instead of binge-watching KZbin before going to bed ;) Another masterpiece, thank you George!

[@George-Thompson]

Beautiful Martin, thank you!

[@EnergiA854]

so why have you stopped?

[@knowledgeberakah1728]

I'm celibate for 2 years n 6 mos n decided to live like a monk

[@john.studdard86]

Absolutely stunning. Film making at it best. I felt like I was there.

[@yvesklein5414]

wow. This completely transformed my despair. with much gratitude. My new practice is Good Morning Nature. every day

[@zumuvtuber]

What a beautiful, serene place. It's always great to see you with Master Gu. Thank you so much for these wonderful videos sharing your experiences!

[@George-Thompson]

Thank you!

[@Woolgatherer_R]

How playful is the Master 😊. Perhaps, that's is the secret to strength... Thank you for sharing this 🙏🏼.

[@noself7889]

If I had the money and resources I would love to spend a year with this master. What a blessing ☯️☸️☯️

[@arsenyprokhorenko8649]

Thanks, George! Your videos and message were one of the factors that made me to move to a countryside retreat center in Russia and start gardening, mending and practicing yoga and tai chi regularly. So, to all of you who wish to live like that, there are plenty of opportunities, catch 'em and start your adventure!

[@Johnathan-es3ad]

George, your videography is truly stunning! Well, done, Sir !😊

[@thelittlecattlefamily1720]

the scenary is beautiful the life is slow pace time is become stagnant people live happily there

[@marieannesilljer1139]

Beautiful! Thank you, George, and thank you, Master Gu :)

[@George-Thompson]

Thank you Marie!

[@CindyBartz]

Beautiful, thank you for sharing a winter with Master Gu and the Wudang Mountains. Peaceful Stillness yet Impermanent 😊

[@George-Thompson]

🫶

[@user-eq2dx2jp6v]

We love youuuuuuuuuuuuuu all a lot ❤❤❤❤❤❤ thank uuuuu ❤❤❤❤❤

[@MikefulMovement]

So wonderfully shot and soundtracked. Something about this has put my soul a little more at peace, thank you

[@George-Thompson]

It's my pleasure :)

[@MrMrTicoman]

Thank you George for bringing us with you. I’ve been following you for years, but I truly appreciate your work now that I practice Tai Chi and study traditional Chinese medicine. This is a good path.

[@George-Thompson]

I'm really glad that you are practicing Tai Chi! Keep it up!

[@lakshyagangwar4342]

just a simple, pure and beautiful piece!

[@katriinagrant9510]

Yet another, most beautiful short film with such heartwarming content, which brings us into close contact with our true, authentic being in harmony with nature and our fellow beings in this beautiful earthly realm. I really cherish this film, thank you so much for sharing it. Master Gu seems to be so much like myself, really, as going through his daily life in joyful spirit of connectedness with all around him. 🙏🌷

[@LuxInfinity-ul5hw]

Amazing, spectacular and totally beautiful ! 💖🤗😁

[@kenyup7936]

Thank you for visited our country, that journey seems looking for well being and peace of mind as well, love it , beautiful scenery

[@George-Thompson]

It was a wonderful experience! You are spot on about what the journey was about. I hope I am lucky enough to visit again very soon.

[@bobcongleton3485]

Sublime. Thank you, George!

[@nellprettywitty]

George this brought me to tears it was so beautiful. Congratulations on another absolutely stunning video. I have been studying online for over a year now and have enjoyed every minute of it.

[@George-Thompson]

Wow, thank you! Lots of love!

[@rawveganguru8381]

So grounding and beautiful. Great footage ❤ Absolutely fantastic filming skill set

[@ItsMarkAnthony]

One day i'll achieve such a life with peace. Beautiful edit george.

[@dilekgokce9005]

Such a breathtaking place like heaven on earth,butterflies and birds were so wonderful

[@DavidWBIII]

BEAUTIFUL. Thank you for sharing.

[@larsstougaard7097]

Incredible filmed 🎥, loved everything on the mountain ⛰️

[@VOIDSTRANGER2099]

This was a beautiful video you put together here, what a fantastic experience

[@BrianWogan]

Beautiful! My favorite part is Master Gu greeting the world in the morning.

[@aomonte8]

Sooo beautiful! Thank you so much for this! 🥰🙏

[@Bnguyen276]

Look at that view and the peacefulness.

[@ousia635]

Heart opening, soul nurturing BEAUTY! Thank you so much for sharing Master Gu with us. Those snowflakes on his blue jacket transformed his body into the cosmos for a brief moment. Connected forever! ❤

[@dabazik]

nicely filmed, George! Thank you for sharing. I miss Master Gu and his school. I should also be brave and spent winter there haha

[@George-Thompson]

Haha. Yes you absolutely must!

[@aleirbag914]

what a beautiful place!

[@emrus64]

KZbin made me find this video in my search. Thank you. you gave me shivers. you reminded me of the movie "the last samurai" and its beauty, and that gave me hope that beauty still exists in this world and that no one can ever take it away from us❤

[@OneaeBlack]

Alongside since the beginning had always been good great honor, and the power of the simple Tao lived on eternally everlasting as the helpful practice had kept the very universe in motion so as not to go into standstill, which people could do without with a cosmic dance that goes on and on, all together nature animal forever supportive loving always it's in our good human nature.

[@George-Thompson]

Couldn't agree more!

[@OneaeBlack]

@@George-Thompson Thank You Master George Thompson!!!

[@sarahk5724]

This is truly beautiful. The Wudang mountains, nature, wildlife & peace are stunning. Thank you George and Master Gu🙏

[@winstonmiller9649]

This made me wonder. How and Why ancient people developed these systems that encorporated the natural world into a system that human beings could perform with their bodies.Such patience. Such creativity... How wonderful!😊🖤😃

[@donhearl]

Well done George! I can leave this on and get inspired at any time! Cheers!

[@pierrebattermann3747]

What a beautiful video. Amazing cinematographic work, thanks for sharing !

[@oiqueleria]

I loved every second of this 💛

[@robowen5572]

George, this short film is EPIC! I truly enjoyed watching it and all of it's many special moments. Winters look really tough there to say the least and to be able to catch the transformation of all of you, nature itself, and the animals from Winter to Spring is magical. Thank you so much for sharing this with the world. I look forward to your next one!

[@George-Thompson]

I am really glad you enjoyed it! Make sure to let me know what you think about the next one as well! It should be up really soon!

[@mechannel7046]

Wow, this is so beautiful!

[@susan0267]

Absolutely beautiful! I got teary-eyed watching this, what a simple, peaceful existence. I resonate with this so much, like I feel I've lived in China in a past life.❤Master Gu is the best! I love his character! Thanks for sharing this George, it's brilliant 👏

[@40JoCharles]

I’m going in October. I might not come back. 🥰🙏🏼☯️🤍 Thank you for making and sharing such a beautiful film. 🙂🙏🏼

[@George-Thompson]

I hope you enjoy your trip! Thank you for the kind words. Lots of love!

[@ArielCaelum-me4to]

Absolutely love the flow of this video. Such an open serene experience. There are no words for the preciousness and magic of the mountain. Great work! 💕🌸🗻☁️

[@michaelsandiego]

George, this is a beautiful video! Well done. 😊

[@George-Thompson]

Very glad to hear it!

[@daynalogan9036]

Wonderful Geirge! Loved the music, the scenery and the flow of time.

[@antoniomonteirodasilvaneto2291]

Greetings from Brazil. Amazing scenario. Thanks for sharing the video.

[@FauxieDaoJia]

Really enjoyed this.

[@pruclearwater]

This is so beautiful George!

[@LobsangTenzin2]

Beautiful.

[@easternmovementprinciples4799]

Beautiful, this well put together clip really captures the essence of sincere, dedicated practice, it’s a lifestyle & the choices we make. Thanks for the reminder

[@thethirdeye8893]

I binge-watched it.. amazing

[@tigerlilly5494]

So beautiful and peaceful out in nature visiting temples all these magical places.

[@Chickarina1]

This video was beautiful.

[@leightoncooke]

What an excellent short film, which catches the unique atmosphere of this beautiful place.

[@lhvent]

Fascinating video.

[@atont_]

I don't know wy, but I also wuant to do what you did. It looks like a once in a life time adventure

[@George-Thompson]

You must try it out sometime. Trust me, it's an experience you won't forget!

[@lucybishop1694]

So beautifully done. Love It!!

[@George-Thompson]

Glad to hear it!

[@philmcdonald6088]

❤. what a beautiful video⭐️. steady as she goes.

[@chazchazz]

5:43 As of this masterpiece couldn’t have gotten more beautiful!! 🥹

[@MsOceanstar]

Very beautiful filming! Stunning scenery and living life naturally in the Tao. Such blessings! 🙏❣️☮️

[@richardngan3870]

非常感謝攝影師的辛勤！外景美得讓人陶醉！❤❤！

[@TansieStephens]

Love seeing you all back together again :)❤ The edit on this was fantastic! It felt as if I were there, especially with the ASMR ✨️

[@George-Thompson]

Thank you! A lot of people seem to like the editing on this one! It's encouraging.

[@MrSolver100]

Beautiful compilation George, one of your finest yet :)

[@George-Thompson]

Thank you!

[@leTaka01]

The sceneries are just so gorgeous. I find peace in your videos, thank you for everything George.

[@George-Thompson]

Your most welcome! Thank you for your kind words.

[@julianroninbb]

Such a beautiful video! Amazingly filmed!

[@George-Thompson]

Thanks a ton!

[@jeffbettgerrealtor]

Wow! So beautifully filmed. Thank you for sharing your marvelous journey with us!

[@George-Thompson]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏🏼

[@asyouwish5652]

Wonderful work George!

[@George-Thompson]

Thank you!

[@sylvanstrength7520]

This video was so beautiful and serene! I love it!

[@George-Thompson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Shelley-Nicole]

Stunning video, nature scenery music laughter, ❤

[@sankerr1077]

Thanks 🙏❤

[@user-yx3hn2bv7w]

Enlightening ❤. Thank you George and Master Gu! What remains is Love ❤️!!

[@George-Thompson]

Appreciate it! Thanks a lot!

[@Follower_of_the_Dao]

Beauty! 😍👍🏼 Through the screen you can feel the cheerfulness and fullness of Master Gu’s good qi!

[@George-Thompson]

Haha. Yes absolutely!

[@federeeco3198]

Thanks George , it was a sublime experience to watch your work ! Very high quality, beautiful shots . It was so enjoyable. i wish you happiness and peace 🙏

[@George-Thompson]

I'm really glad you liked the video!

[@Molokhyiah]

Precious piece. beautiful!

[@George-Thompson]

Thank you very much!

[@paragozar]

George, keep it coming, I keep having to re-watch Amongst White Clouds.

[@thecore6901]

Excellent work 😊😊beautifully done. CHEERS

[@Fala_Niebieskiego_Wichru]

Simplicity. Life is good.

[@jeremyses]

Thank you, George. This film is truly a gift. I felt such a sense of peace, joy, and connection watching it. I made sure to save it to watch over and over again in the future.

[@George-Thompson]

Thanks! I'm really glad you liked it!

[@richardngan3870]

Muchas gracias El maestro Del Fotógrafo Por su experiencia Trabajo !es Bellísimo!❤️❤️!

[@oskarlindberg3711]

Beautiful and nicely made video!

[@George-Thompson]

Thank you very much!

[@Less_Or_More_Rika]

Wow what a beautiful video George. Been following since day one and it’s great to see you and your work grow and grow. I dreamed of the Wu 山 last night, so maybe that was a sign to go there myself one day 🤣 加油！☯️

[@user-kl5fd2mv3k]

Beautiful!!! I teach and practice Tai Chi ❤. Please show more Master Gu doing movements ❤

[@George-Thompson]

That's awesome!

[@darrellernst5493]

Beautiful

[@George-Thompson]

Glad you enjoyed Darrell 🫶

[@darrellernst5493]

@@George-Thompson thanks and I am glad you were able to experience it all.

[@jeffreyrafferty4888]

Well, Gorge, this is one of my favorite episodes in years😊

[@George-Thompson]

Wow! That is great to hear!

[@mieletea]

Magnificent.

[@perlaferrer8209]

Beautiful visuals! Of an extraordinary experience ♥️ thank you for sharing, all that beauty exist inside all of us! The images help us reconnect with it!

[@George-Thompson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kimberleyshott8970]

Thank you for this Gift🎍🪷🌬

[@George-Thompson]

Any time!

[@silentraindropsfell]

Master Wu is so beautiful. As is this land.

[@garywillis7467]

Magnificent

[@DominikWilkins]

i love your videos from the Wudang Mountains!

[@George-Thompson]

Thank you!

[@user-xl5uz4yk3n]

Dziękuję za ten film i pozdrawiam serdecznie.❤❤❤❤

[@innocenceyu7296]

So beautiful. Never been to Wudang Mountain, even though I'm Chinese . I will be there one day

[@jessiehorne]

Amazingly beautiful and tranquil place indeed all year around 😌

[@George-Thompson]

Agree 100%

[@rayachan1794]

Thank you for sharing this lovely video it’s so beautiful n serene 🙏😇💝

[@George-Thompson]

My pleasure 😊

[@user-eq2dx2jp6v]

Dear master gu dear ladies ❤❤❤❤❤ perfect

[@George-Thompson]

Thanks!

[@sylvanstrength7520]

Master Gu was playing Blue Sea Laughter on the Guqin! I love that song so much!

[@George-Thompson]

Haha yes! It's a great song isn't it?

[@sylvanstrength7520]

@@George-Thompson It is! I love it so much!

[@GardenYourHeart98]

beautiful

[@George-Thompson]

It really is isn't it?