Unknowable Dao
The Unknowable Dao reminds us that some of reality may be too deep, too fluid, or too vast to capture fully in words.
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Yin and Yang
30 Phil, Chapter 4, Laozi, Touchstone 11: Yin and Yang. Yin and Yang represents the dualistic nature of reality and the energies that constitute it. It is opposite yet complementary forces striving for dynamic equilibrium, symbolizing balance, harmony, and the interplay of light and dark, active and passive, male and female. This harmony is crucial
Ziran, Authenticity, or Authentic Self
30 Phil, Chapter 4, Laozi, Touchstone 10: Authenticity. Ziran is often translates to “of its own.” Living in accordance with Ziran means you embrace naturalness. You welcome the spontaneous aspects of existence. With Ziran, you flow with nature while embracing your true self and innate tendencies, your authentic self. Living in accordance with Ziran is you
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Wu-wei or “non-action”
30 Phil, Chapter 4, Laozi, Touchstone 9: Wu-wei or “non-action” The term wu-wei is often translated as “non-action.” It is a general concept. It is the idea that the universe has a flow, and it is better to ride that flow than to fight it. Wu-wei is non-action, effortless action, or inaction, but does not mean
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Laozi
Laozi’s spirituality wants you to live with humility before the unknowable Dao: live gently, force less, and move in harmony with reality.