Taoism & the East

Lao Tzu, Chuang Tzu, Zen teachers, and the quiet Eastern wisdom of doing less, explained in their own terms.

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Joshua Hood8d agoArticle

The Way of Water: What Lao Tzu Meant by "Soft Overcomes Hard"

Water is the Tao Te Ching's favorite teacher. It yields, it waits, it takes the low place, and it carves canyons. Here's what that means for an ordinary day.

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Joshua Hood26d agoArticle

Wu Wei: The Art of Effortless Action (Without Becoming Lazy)

Wu wei is often translated 'non-action,' which sounds like an excuse to do nothing. It's closer to the feeling of being in flow. Here's the old story that explains it best.

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