Are you looking for a quote from the famous Chinese philosopher Chuang Tzu? You will surely find it here. We have collected all these quotes for you. Further down you'll find additional content (images, short clips and even articles where we look at the hidden meaning behind each Taoist quote. Note: We have chosen...
In a world that glorifies the hustle culture, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The word "hustle" has taken on new meaning in the last decade and is now often associated with long hours, hard work and success. While working hard has its benefits, it also has its drawbacks. And.
In Daoism, the fundamental principle of Wu-Wei is often found. Wu-Wei is the principle of "non-forcing" through which one should be able to achieve one's goals, but Wu-Wei is often misunderstood - especially in the Western world. In the following quote it becomes clear how Wu-Wei is to be understood: "Those who flow, as life flows, know that they have no...
Are you looking for a quote from the famous Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu? You will surely find it here. We have collected all these quotes for you. Further down you will find additional content (images, short clips and even articles where we look at the hidden meaning behind these Taoist quotes. Note: We have chosen the...
It seems plausible that man devotes much fascination to the things that lie within his own horizon. But this also means that we overlook many other things. The ancient Chinese philosopher Chuang Tzu noticed this more than 2000 years ago. The following quotation deals with exactly this circumstance: "People honor what is within...
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 words by Chuang Tzu may sound a little confusing at first. Or a little harsh at second glance. But the ancient Chinese philosopher had put a lot of thought into it and the quote actually corresponds exactly to Daoist 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...
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