Word Smith has been practicing the esoteric/healing arts for twenty years. During this time he has delved deeply into Massage, Yoga, Qi Gong, Chinese Medicine, Buddhist philosophy and Internal Martial Arts. He holds a Doctorate in Medical Qi Gong, Bachelor’s in Philosophy, a black belt in Tae Kwon Do, certifications in 5 body work styles, and 500 Hrs of Yoga Teacher Training. His teachers include Paul Pitchford, Michael Tierra, Dr. Jerry Alan Johnson, Geshe Michael Roach and Sri Dharma Mittra. He currently lives in Sedona, Arizona translating Chinese and Tibetan and travels the world teaching Yoga and Qi Gong.