Tao Recovery Community
Tao Recovery Community
Tao Te Ching Verse 47 – The further one goes, the less one knows.
Tao Te Ching Verse 47 – The further one goes, the less one knows.
Tao Te Ching Verse 47 – The further one goes, the less one knows.
Saturday 27th April 2024
Explore how Taoist philosophy can guide alcohol recovery in this episode of 'Tao of Our Understanding'. Discover inner peace and practical advice.
Explicit
36 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
Engaging
About this podcast
Author:
Tao Recovery Community
Overview:
Categories:
Mindful Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
317 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Finding Inner Peace: Taoist Wisdom Meets Alcohol Recovery
Episode Overview
- Look inward for peace and understanding rather than external sources.
- Surrendering control can lead to true recovery and peace.
- Wisdom often comes from lived experiences rather than book knowledge.
- Practical advice for staying sober through personal stories.
- Humour and heartfelt sharing make complex topics relatable.
Anytime I am looking outward, thinking my satisfaction, my peace is outside of me, I'm looking in the wrong direction.
What happens when you mix ancient wisdom with modern recovery? You get a fascinating discussion on the 'Tao of Our Understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast'. This episode tackles the 47th verse of the Tao Te Ching, which famously states, 'The further one goes, the less one knows'. With Buddy C. at the helm, joined by Lori, Brian, Drew, Lou, and Oscar, you'll find an engaging conversation that ties Taoist philosophy to the journey of alcohol recovery.
The crew dives into the verse's deeper meanings and how it relates to their own experiences in recovery, offering a blend of personal reflections and spiritual insights. The episode kicks off with various translations of the verse, each one shedding light on different aspects of its wisdom. Drew’s interpretation, for instance, highlights the idea that peace and understanding come from within, rather than from external sources.
This ties back to the common recovery theme of looking inward for solutions rather than seeking them outside oneself. Buddy C. brings an interesting perspective by comparing surrender in recovery to a military surrender—laying down arms and letting a higher power take care of you. This metaphor resonates deeply with anyone who's struggled to control their addiction through sheer willpower.
Oscar and Brian add layers to the conversation by discussing how surrendering to a higher power has helped them find peace and joy in their lives. They stress that true understanding and wisdom often come from lived experiences rather than book knowledge. If you're on a recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with relatable stories and practical advice. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the answers we seek are already within us.
Tune in for a mix of humour, wisdom, and heartfelt sharing that makes this podcast a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction.