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...
We as a single person can't do everything, so it's important to hand over responsibilities. But how are we to know who to entrust these responsibilities to? Before we can trust others, we must first trust in ourselves. "If you don't trust yourself, how can you trust anyone else?" - Lao Tzu Everyone knows...
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...
Modern consumerism plays us to believe that we should consume more and better goods. Ideally, we should buy a completely new wardrobe every week, the latest snacks, cell phones or headphones - however, more is never enough. Lao Tzu already knew over 2000 years ago that it is important to know when you have had enough....
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....
Viktor Frankl was an Austrian neurologist and psychiatrist. He was an inmate in Auschwitz and other concentration camps. This fact alone qualifies him to tell us how to get through difficult times. With the help of one of his quotes we will look at how to do this. In times when we don't know where to go, in...
Whether we are having a good time or a bad time, most of the time we assume that it depends on external factors. However, it is not the circumstances that make us happy or unhappy, but what we think about them. "It's not what you have, or who you are, or where you are, or what you...
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....
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