Tao Te Ching – Verse 17 with Sensei Elliston – The Master does not talk; he acts!Tao Te Ching – Verse 17 with Sensei Elliston – The Master does not talk; he acts!
Tao of Our understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast
How does the master act? He takes the next righting action – not right action (vs. the wrong action). The next action that balances like righting a ship. Thank you, Sensei, for that nugget! We also discussed instead of having faith and believing our...
47:42•4 Mar 2022
Finding Balance: How Taoist Wisdom Guides Alcohol Recovery
“The takeaway is that we start noticing things in our life rather than thinking it's up to us to make it all happen. We have to open ourselves up to that first, and I think that's what the master's doing here is...finding the grooves in the road that you know used to the wagon.”
Imagine navigating your journey to sobriety with the wisdom of ancient Taoist philosophy. In this episode of 'Tao of Our Understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast', Sensei Elliston takes us through Verse 17 of the Tao Te Ching, shedding light on how the master doesn't just talk but acts. The focus is on taking the 'next righting action'—a step that balances life, much like steadying a ship.
Instead of relying solely on faith, the episode emphasizes how actions rooted in love can shape and balance our beliefs. Sensei Elliston shares practical insights on how these principles can be applied to alcohol recovery, encouraging listeners to notice the natural rhythms of life rather than feeling solely responsible for making everything happen. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone looking to find harmony and balance in their recovery journey.
Tune in and discover how ancient teachings can offer fresh perspectives on modern challenges.
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