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Chapter 78 Tao Te Ching – Exerting Powerlessness Like Water!
Chapter 78 Tao Te Ching – Exerting Powerlessness Like Water!
Chapter 78 Tao Te Ching – Exerting Powerlessness Like Water!
Thursday 23rd April 2020
Discover how Taoist wisdom on the strength of water can help you embrace powerlessness and love in recovery on 'Tao of Our Understanding'.
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Get the buttons here!The Power of Water: Finding Strength in Surrender with Taoist Wisdom
Be soft like water, like water flow everywhere there's an opening.
Imagine finding strength in the gentle flow of water. In this episode of the 'Tao of Our Understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast', Buddy C and a panel of guests dive into the teachings of Chapter 78 of the Tao Te Ching. Lao Tzu's analogy of water's paradoxical strength serves as a springboard for a rich discussion on embracing powerlessness and love in recovery.
Featuring insights from Marla, Cindy, Terry, Kurt, Rob, and Craig, the episode explores how Taoist philosophy can offer a fresh perspective on dealing with addiction. The hosts kick off by examining how nature’s examples can guide us in understanding powerlessness. Just like water, which flows around obstacles rather than confronting them head-on, we can learn to respond to life's challenges with peace instead of force.
This idea of yielding might seem counterintuitive, but it holds profound lessons for those on the path to sobriety. The conversation then shifts to the role of love in recovery. Described as the softest yet most potent force, love can be transformative for those struggling with addiction. The hosts emphasize that treating oneself and others with love, patience, and understanding is crucial.
By embracing love, one can learn to surrender and let go, allowing this positive force to guide the way to sanity. Spirituality also takes center stage in this episode. The hosts discuss how spiritual principles can replace the walls built by addiction, making one resilient and whole again. The episode wraps up with a call to action, urging listeners to integrate Taoist principles into their recovery journey.
Whether you're new to the concept of a 'Higher Power' or looking for new ways to stay sober, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to discover how the gentle strength of water can inspire your path to recovery.