Welcome to

Dao Ananda And The Modern Taoist 

 

Dao Ananda exists to bring the wisdom of Taoism into modern life in a practical, grounded, and understandable way.

Through The Modern Taoist podcast, writings, teachings, and community, Dao Ananda explores how ancient Taoist principles can help people navigate stress, uncertainty, relationships, ambition, loss, distraction, and the constant pressure of modern living without losing themselves in the process.

Dao Ananda is guided by Kit Mann, a Taoist teacher who spent more than 15 years studying under Taoist Master Zhou Daoxuan. With a background in Eastern philosophy and decades of personal practice, Kit’s approach focuses less on mysticism and more on real life application. The goal is not escape from the modern world, but learning how to move through it with greater clarity, steadiness, awareness, and peace.

Today, Dao Ananda serves listeners and students around the world through podcast episodes, Taoist Check-Ins, teachings, reflections, and an active online community built around thoughtful conversation and practical wisdom for everyday life.

Private Guidance Now Available

Sometimes a podcast episode answers exactly what you needed to hear.

Sometimes your situation is more personal.

Because so many have asked we have decided to make this available to you with pricing as low as possible to make it accessible. In addition, 1% of all signups and donations will go to reduced Carbon harm to our planet

Space is VERY limited each month so that Kit can provide thoughtful and truly individual guidance.

Private Taoist Guidance offers an opportunity to explore life's challenges, transitions, questions, and opportunities through the lens of Taoist philosophy and practice. Whether you are navigating a difficult decision, seeking greater balance, working through a major life change, or simply looking for perspective, these private coaching sessions provide thoughtful, personalized support.

The Tao does not remove obstacles from our path. It helps us learn how to walk it.

Explore Dao Ananda

Dao Ananda is more than one path — it’s a living community with many ways to connect and grow:

  • 🎙️ The Modern Taoist Podcast – weekly conversations bringing Taoist wisdom into today’s world.

  • ✍️ Center Path Blog – reflections on Taoism, practice, and living with ease.

  • 🌿 Walking & Qigong Lessons – short videos and guided practices to ground body and mind.

  • 🌏 The Modern Taoist Patreon Community. Free to Join to connect with other members and share your questions and comments about The Modern Taoist

Welcome to Dao Ananda. May your journey here bring harmony, strength, and peace.

“Dao Ananda shares the path of modern Taoism — a way of living that brings ancient practice into today’s world.”

Walk the Path

The Modern Taoist Podcast

The Modern Taoist Podcast
Practical Taoist wisdom for a modern world. Hosted by Dao Ananda’s founder, Kit Mann, The Modern Taoist explores QiGong, meditation, grounding, and the art of living in alignment with nature — without the fluff. Each episode blends ancient philosophy with real-life application, helping you find balance, clarity, and strength in everyday life.

The Patreon Community

Kit's Blog focusing on daily thoughts, Taoism, Daily Living and More

Contact us

Feel free to reach out to us with any questions about Taoism or Qigong, Tai Chi - Or anything else