Often the function of a leader is not properly understood. Instead of really thinking of someone who leads people, people often think and a personality who is in the public eye. According to the ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu, this is completely wrong. In the following quote this becomes more than clear: "A leader is best when people...
This article is designed to help you learn about some of the most popular philosophical schools and their most famous philosophers in a simple way. If you are new to philosophy and don't know where to start, here is a special article to help you: The Best Philosophies for Beginners (Everything You Need to Know) The article...
The following sentences by Chuang Tzu, may sound a bit confusing at first glance. Or at second glance a bit harsh. But the ancient Chinese philosopher had thought a lot about it, and in fact the quote is exactly in line with Taoist philosophy: "Happiness is the absence of the pursuit of happiness." Chuang Tzu Isn't that a...
Zhuangzi (or Chuang Tzu in some translations) is considered one of the most important representatives of Taoism. He lived from 365 B.C. to 290 B.C. He is said to have been an exceptionally wise man. In the traditions it is said: "Even the greatest scholars of his time could not refute him. The words flowed and bubbled out of...
If you're interested in Taoism, you're in luck! There are a number of great books on Taoism that are perfect reading material for beginners. In this blog post, we will introduce you to the five best books on Taoism for beginners. These books will help you understand the philosophy of the great Dao and its...
In this blog post, we will explore Daoism - one of the most influential yet least understood philosophical and religious traditions in human history. Daoism is a Chinese philosophy that emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao, or "the Way." Daoists believe that everything in the universe is interconnected and that our natural state...
You may have noticed it too: Usually it's not a lack of food or sleep that causes us worry, but our interpersonal relationships. Of course, I don't want to say that there are not also health or financial worries, but in most cases it is our interpersonal relationships that turn out to be the cause....
If you want to learn about Confucianism, you're in luck! There are a lot of great books on the subject. In this blog post, we'll share some of the best books on Confucianism for beginners. We'll give you a brief overview of each book and also tell you why it's a good choice for beginners....
In the heat of the moment, it often happens that we focus on the problem instead of spending our energy on finding a suitable solution. Of course, it is important to analyze the problem sufficiently in order to understand it and find a solution in the first place, but unfortunately it happens easily to keep focusing on the...
If you're familiar with letting days go by unused and being frustrated in the evening at not having done or undertaken more, here's a crucial trick. It may seem like some kind of truism to you, but the point is that you, as well as the vast majority of people, probably don't take this trick to heart....
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