• Taoism: 3 Stories About Letting Go

  • Sep 7 2024
  • Length: 9 mins
  • Podcast

Taoism: 3 Stories About Letting Go

  • Summary

  • Listen to these three stories from ancient China that exemplify the Way of the Tao, also known as the way of the path. They will help you cultivate inner tranquillity in troubled times. 1) The Useless Tree 2) The Happy Fish 3) The Flowing River (and Wu Wei) These stories come from Zhuang Zhou the Taoist philosopher known for his witty, often paradoxical stories that challenge the way we see the world. He lived in the 4th century BCE, in ancient China, during a time of constant warfare and political chaos. Instead of trying to control the madness around him, he found peace by letting go. Along with the Tao te Ching his stories are some of the key texts of the Chinese philosophy of Taoism. It’s a philosophy that remains as relevant as ever in today’s turbulent world. Go with the flow of the world to find inner peace, happiness, and success. Relaxivity: Relaxing and informative.

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