Thanks for this sound advice, Diamond-Michael. We can all be little spots of sanity. I try to do this, and when I meet others who do as well I point it out and thank them.
"Unlike the political shouting matches masquerading as discourse or the doom-scrolling that leaves you hollow and exhausted, Taoist alchemy isn’t about fighting external forces. It’s about transmuting the raw energy of the world—rage, fear, division—into something refined, useful, and powerful."
Thanks so much -- perfectly timed today, especially after reading a post from someone else telling me that I had to pick a hill worth dying on - today. If I die on a hill, I'm no good to anyone. Your writing is very helpful and much appreciated.
For the next few days, I’m studying Verse 8 of the Tao Te Ching—among the first in which Lao Tzu reminds us of our innate relationship with and connection to water. Your post today, and my study of Ch. 8, synchronistically resonates: Alchemical Food for the Soul. Thank you Diamond-Michael.
Your words are timely and sage advice.
Always happy to share.
Thanks for this sound advice, Diamond-Michael. We can all be little spots of sanity. I try to do this, and when I meet others who do as well I point it out and thank them.
"Unlike the political shouting matches masquerading as discourse or the doom-scrolling that leaves you hollow and exhausted, Taoist alchemy isn’t about fighting external forces. It’s about transmuting the raw energy of the world—rage, fear, division—into something refined, useful, and powerful."
Yes, every spot of sanity big or small counts.
You make my mornings joyful! Thank you!
I am so glad. Appreciate you reaching out to share this.
"Don't take the bait" Oh yes, you are so right.
Wisdom: "My friends, it’s about going deep while the world is going wide."
You absolute legend Sir. A timely reminder of practical Taoism and Wu Wei. I did a mountain meditation this morning, and will be repeating it often.
The 10,000 things rise and fall while the self watches their return…..
Appreciate you reaching out. Love the mountain meditation reference.
Thanks so much -- perfectly timed today, especially after reading a post from someone else telling me that I had to pick a hill worth dying on - today. If I die on a hill, I'm no good to anyone. Your writing is very helpful and much appreciated.
Yes Hal. Always happy to share.
Trust in the expansive and abundant Tao!
For the next few days, I’m studying Verse 8 of the Tao Te Ching—among the first in which Lao Tzu reminds us of our innate relationship with and connection to water. Your post today, and my study of Ch. 8, synchronistically resonates: Alchemical Food for the Soul. Thank you Diamond-Michael.
Ahh, yes. Chapter 8th. Maybe I could talk you into sharing a guest post about that.
Thank you for your beautiful advice.
Forever humbled by the opportunity to share.
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