taoism is...: February 2012

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.

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Contentedness.

Are you content?
If not, why not?
You could be!

The ability to be content is crucial to contentedness.
Without the ability, there can be no result.

A champion high-jumper didn't start out being one.
He practiced, hard and often, towards his goal.
Higher and higher. With more and more ease.
Until he was what he wished to be.

Are you someone who can be content?
If you're not, you will never be.

Taoism is: Contentedness.
Taoism is not: The appearance of content.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Non-Comparison.

Want to feel better?
Stop comparing this to that, now to then, what is, to what could be.
Stop wanting to feel better.
And you will.

As long as you are not looking forward, or back, you will not be comparing, and thus feeling disappointed.
Stop your judging, and everything will have its value. The value of something exists solely in your belief in the value of that something. Do you value the moment you are presently inhabiting? Or are you comparing it to a hypothetical better moment? One you remember, or one you would prefer?

Set comparisons aside. What use are they?
Do your best in the present moment, and your present moment becomes the best moment possible.
There will be other moments, as there have been other moments.
All moments led to this moment.
This moment leads to all others.
But for now:
This is the only moment you may live.

Give it your best!

Taoism is: Non-comparison.
Taoism is not: Comparing the one, to the other.