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Instead, you begin to expect that what you imagine for yourself is not only on its way—it’s already here!
Everything I need now is here.
So rather than giving energy to illness and perceived misfortunes, stay with the Tao.
Be an infinite observer.
picture how important the things you feel depressed about now will be in a hundred, a thousand, a million, or an uncountable number of years. Remember that you, like the infinite Tao from which you originated, are part of an eternal reality.
Rearrange your thoughts to practice thinking in alignment with the Tao. With the assistance of the eternal Tao, all of the sharp edges of life smooth out, the knots loosen, and the dust settles. Try it!
so no one is special or better than anyone else.
Stay in harmony with the impartial essence of the Tao in all of your thoughts and all of your behaviors.
When you have a thought that excludes others, you’ve elected to see yourself as “special” and therefore deserving of exceptional favor from your Source of being.
Organizations—including religious groups—that designate some members as “favored” aren’t centered in the Tao.
if a thought or behavior divides us, it is not of God; if it
unites us, it is of God. Stay centered on this Tao that resides within you, Lao-tzu advises, and you’ll never have a thought that isn’t in harmony with spirit.
Eliminate as many judgments of others in your thoughts as possible. The simplest, most natural way to accomplish this is to see yourself in everyone.
Remember that you and those you
Remove the word special from your vocabulary when you refer to yourself or others.
by extending generosity through living the Tao impartially and connecting with the inner space of being the Tao.
By unconditionally sharing and giving, you’ll thrill at the experience of living the Tao and being unprejudiced.
Guide me right now, Tao; Holy Spirit, guide me now; or Holy Spirit, help us now.
Lao-tzu refers to an eternal and indescribable force of creation that continuously gives birth to new life. He tells us that this “mysterious female” energy
“Living creatively” is how I describe existing with a conscious awareness of the presence of this feminine principle.
you choose to be aware of the inherent creativity that resonates deep within you, where the invisible Tao sings the loudest, you’ll assist the birthing of new ideas, new accomplishments, new projects, and new ways of understanding your life.
Know that you are a Divine creation birthed, not by your parents, but by the great spritual Divine Mother, the Tao.
you offer the world your authentic intelligence, talents, and behaviors.
Listen to your inner callings, ignore how others might want to direct your life energies, and allow yourself to radiate outward what you feel so profoundly and deeply within you.
There is a reservoir of talent, ability, and intelligence inside of you that’s as endless and inexhaustible as the Tao itself.
It must be that way, because you are what you came from, and where you came from is this all-encompassing, endlessly creative Divine Moth...
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Whatever you feel within you as your calling—whatever makes you feel alive—know in your heart that this excitement is all the evidence you need t...
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This is precisely how creation works . . . and it’s that energy that ha...
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Be creative—in your thoughts, in your feelings, and in all of your actions. Apply your own uniqueness to everything you undertake.
Being creative means trusting your inner calling, ignoring criticism or judgment, and releasing resistance to your natural talents.
Then choose to let go of the doubt and fear you’ve harbored within you regarding your capacity to harmonize with the creative power—a power that’s not only greater than your individual life, but is life itself.
Lao-tzu says the secret of the ineffable nature of the eternal Tao is that it isn’t identified with possessions or in asking anything of its endless creations. The Tao is a giving machine that never runs out of gifts to offer, yet it asks nothing in return.
Giving and immortality then go hand in hand.
This person puts others first, asks nothing in return, and wholeheartedly serves. In this way, the sage lives the ultimate paradox of the Tao—by giving without asking, he attracts everything that he’s capable of handling or needing.
Living a Tao-centered life rather than an ego-centered one removes us from that rat race, as it offers inner peace and satisfying fulfillment.
Make an attempt to reverse ego’s hold on you by practicing the Tao’s teaching to “serve the needs of others, and all your own needs will be fulfilled.”
Generously thinking of and serving others will lead to matching your behaviors with the perpetual rhythm of the Tao—then its power will flow freely, leading to a fulfilling life.
When you’re tempted to focus on your personal successes and defeats, shift your attention in that very moment to a less fortunate individual. You’ll feel more connected to life, as well as more satisfied than when you’re dwelling on your own circumstances. Imagine what it would be like if you dismissed ego’s hold on you. Serve others and watch how all that you give returns to you tenfold.
Everyone Is God speaking. Why not be polite and Listen to Him?
The air you breathe, the water you drink, the food you eat, the sunshine that warms you, the nutrients that keep your body alive, and even the thoughts that fill your mind are all gifts from the eternal Tao.
By letting go, you let God; and even more significantly, you become more like God and less like the ego, with its lifetime practice of edging God out.
“Through selfless action, fulfillment is attained.”
In meditation, go deep in the heart. In dealing with others, be gentle and kind.
One who lives in accordance with nature does not go against the way of things.
The Tao asks you to clearly see the parallels between you and this naturally flowing substance that allows life to sustain itself.
When you’re free to flow as water, you’re free to communicate naturally—information is exchanged, and knowledge advances in a way that benefits everyone.
Be careful not to assign yourself a place of importance above anyone else. Be receptive to everyone, particularly those who may not routinely receive respect, such as the uneducated, homeless, or troubled members of our society.
Look for the Tao in everyone you encounter; and make a special effort to have acceptance, gentleness, and kindne...
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By not being irritating, you’ll be receive...
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By making every effort to avoid controlling the lives of others, you’ll be in peaceful harmony with ...
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