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The function of Taoism is to undo the inevitable damage of this discipline, and not only to restore but also to develop the original spontaneity, which is termed tzu-jan b or “self-so-ness.”
Alan Watts • The Way of Zen
Follow nature’s flow, taking minimal action, and doing so at the optimal moment. Don’t “push the river.”
Internal-Alchemical Taoism, the Way of Transformation, advocates changing mind and body to attain health, longevity, and immortality. Central to its beliefs is the idea that internal energy, or ch’i, in the body is the foundation of health. Thus, Internal-Alchemical Taoism advocates cultivating, gathering, and circulating energy. Of all the paths
... See moreEva Wong • Taoism: An Essential Guide
HSUEH HUI says, “What Lao-tzu means by ‘extremes,’ by ‘extravagance,’ and by ‘excess’ is not what people mean nowadays. Lao-tzu means whatever involves an increase in effort beyond what is easy.
Red Pine • Lao-tzu's Taoteching
The true Taoist priest works from the inner temple. Their teaching comes from wherever they are, through whatever they are doing.
A Wayfarer • Te of Tao
circumstances. In China there is an ancient Taoist wisdom known as ‘wu wei’, which refers to the notion of effortless action. Effortless action is a fusion of measured reason and intuitive insight.
Richard Rudd • The Art of Contemplation: Gentle path to wholeness and prosperity
If you want to become whole,
let yourself be partial.
If you want to become straight,
let yourself be crooked.
If you want to become full,
let yourself be empty.
If you want to be reborn,
let yourself die.
If you want to be given everything,
give everything up.
The Master, by residing in the Tao,
sets an example for all beings.
Because he doesn’t display