...probably not what you think it is...
It is not what most "taoists" think it is.
It runs without emotions.
It runs with no thought, at all.
Why?
Throughout the Western world, there are many who have adopted the Eastern practice of taoism, as an alternative to Christianity.
Many are atheists. Many are emotion-driven. Many are politically-motivated. Most of these lean heavily to the left.
Thus by-passing the most fundamental tenet of taoism: It is all about Balance.
To call yourself a "taoist" carries a responsibility.
To not misrepresent an ancient "Way" to suit one's own ego, or political stance.
There being, so many, so guilty of this, is the sole reason for the existence of this site.
Claiming to be something, requires you to be what you claim to be.
Not merely to claim it.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Not Intelligence.
Intelligence is: the ability to perceive patterns. Intelligence is not: to be used for everything. Taoism is: the ability to perceive directly. Taoism is not: the use of intelligence to perceive the world.
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