Like a flowing river, this space moves according to natural principles. To walk the path here, one must honor the way in which it is kept.
By joining this community, you accept the following guidelines—not as rigid laws, but as the harmony that sustains the space.
Entering the Garden (Acceptance of Terms)
By stepping through the gate of this forum, you acknowledge that your participation aligns with the rhythms of this place. If you do not accept these terms, it is best to turn back before setting foot upon the path.
The Flow of Exchange (User Conduct)
The discourse here must be like a well-tended stream—clear, nourishing, and free of impurities. Those who walk this path should:
- Speak with sincerity and respect, avoiding words that disrupt the natural order.
- Contribute with wisdom, sharing knowledge for the benefit of all.
- Keep interactions in harmony with the community’s purpose—studying, practicing, and discussing Neidan (Internal Alchemy).
Like a stone cast into water, actions ripple outward. Any disturbance to the balance—such as hostility, deceit, or disharmony—may be gently but firmly redirected.
The Hidden Chamber (Membership & Academy Access)
Beyond the outer courtyard lies the Neidan Academy, a secluded space where deeper teachings unfold. Access to this realm is granted to those who support the community through:
- Patreon Membership – Those who support through Patreon are granted access automatically.
- Stripe Membership – Those who choose to support directly via Stripe will also gain entry.
If one’s Patreon remains active, there is no need to contribute separately through Stripe. Memberships renew like the turning of the seasons unless canceled. Should one choose to depart, access will naturally fade like mist at dawn.
The Scrolls of Collective Wisdom (Wikipedia Section)
The wisdom of many hands creates a lasting record. Our Wikipedia section is a shared endeavor, shaped by those who contribute.
- Edits should reflect clarity, truth, and the spirit of scholarship.
- Contributions must be original or properly attributed to their rightful source.
- Disharmony—such as vandalism, misinformation, or attempts to claim knowledge not one’s own—will be removed like dead branches from a tree.
The Hand of the Keeper (Moderation & Enforcement)
The way is maintained by the moderators, the silent hands that guide the stream. Should imbalance arise:
- Posts may be edited, removed, or relocated if they disrupt the flow.
- Those who repeatedly disturb harmony may be asked to leave the path.
- The community itself has the power to flag content, allowing natural order to restore itself.
The Law of Reciprocity (Content & Intellectual Property)
All who share here do so with an open hand. By posting content, you grant this community a non-exclusive, perpetual license to host, display, and preserve your contributions in the shared pursuit of wisdom.
Yet, as the Dao teaches, respect must flow both ways:
- Do not take what is not freely given.
- Do not share private academy teachings beyond its walls.
- If posting knowledge from another, give proper honor through attribution.
A Shifting Landscape (Changes to Terms)
Like the wind through the trees, these terms may shift over time. When they do, notice will be given. By continuing to walk this path, you accept the changes as part of the natural flow.
Reaching the Keepers (Contact)
Should you need guidance, the keepers of this space may be reached at master@neidan.app. If uncertainty clouds the path, reach out—clarity will be given.
May your steps be steady, your words be true, and your presence bring harmony to the whole.