I began my journey into meditation at the age of eight, exploring breathwork, Qi Gong, energy work, and non-religious Buddhist and Daoist esoteric practices. Through deep self-introspection and concentration, I developed a strong foundation in cultivating the mind and body.

My path led me to China, where I spent nearly a decade immersed in Daoist and Buddhist training. During this time, I studied under Daoist nun Liu Daoshi, who guided me in Daoist cultivation, and later, under Master Xuan Hua, where I formally trained in the Shurangama and Great Compassion Dharma - like Master Hua, most of my teachers had either already left this world, and or are from "other" realms. 

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After returning to Brooklyn, NY, I established Jing Xin Yuan—the Garden of Pure Heart—a space dedicated to mind-body cultivation and martial arts. It became a place for individuals to explore inner balance, discipline, and self-discovery.

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Later, I found myself back in China, teaching martial arts and Qigong while building a martial arts department at Wu Xing Experimental Middle School in Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province. Wanting to further enrich the local community, I also founded the city’s first Wing Chun Kung Fu training group, and started a lion dance troupe to pass on traditional arts to the younger generation.

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My journey then brought me to Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, where I taught English, created programs and classes on Chinese culture, meditation, and Tai Ji Quan at Rong Hong Middle School. I co-led the Chinese Culture and Research Department, integrating cultural philosophy into education. During this time, I met cultural researcher Liu Ming Wu, which led to my role as the U.S. Representative for the 10 Keys to Understanding Chinese Culture initiative.

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