HOW TO DEAL WITH WORRIES AND ANXIETY Know What You Can Control Having worries? You’re not alone. Even the most powerful, be they a king or queen, have their share of worries. The secret to maintaining peace of mind lies not in avoiding worries but in refusing to let worries control you.A powerful way to do…
“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.” This powerful quote is often attributed to Lao Tzu, author of the ancient book Tao Te Ching. What does it mean? How can it help us live a more fulfilling life? “Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.” This powerful quote is often attributed to Lao…
Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? Struggling with procrastination? You’re not alone. In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to stay productive without feeling burnt out. But what if there was a way to achieve more with less effort? Here, we’ll explore three powerful strategies that can help you unlock effortless productivity. These strategies,…
It all begins with the right seeds If you’re feeling stuck and frustrated with your progress, the culprit might be the seeds. Have you planted the right seed? Are you expecting an orange when you’ve grown an apple tree? Many people face this misery. They expect greatness but don’t plant the seeds of greatness. Even…
Wu Wei And Flow Let your life flow like water for a calmer, more effortless life. A sense of flow is essential whether you’re swamped or have downtime. Without it, even free time can feel like wasted energy. This is the essence of Wu Wei, an effortless yet fulfilling approach to life that leverages the…
NOT THINKING – Paradox Wisdom A young disciple, eager to learn, approached his Master with a burning question, “What should I think about when cultivating wisdom?” The Master, with a knowing smile, simply shook his head and replied, “You don’t think.” This seemingly paradoxical answer left the disciple bewildered. How could wisdom be attained without…
Define Wu Wei To define Wu Wei 无为 in English is like trying to bottle the wind. Translated as “doing nothing” or effortless action, it is an ancient Chinese concept far deeper than mere idleness. It’s a philosophy born from the Tao Te Ching, a 2,500-year-old text penned by Lao Tzu. Think of Wu Wei…
How to Practice Wu Wei? Going with the flow of nature is in the heart of the practice of wu wei. Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished. There is a natural ebb and flow to everything you do. By aligning yourself with this rhythm, you can achieve things effortlessly. No more stress. No…
If you want to get more done, think not about doing. “Doing nothing and leaving nothing undone,” says Lao Tzu. This concept is known as non-doing, or wu wei. How is it possible? Many people find it perplexing, especially in the world where we are so used to constantly doing things. The idea of achieving…
Singing Bowls – Wu Wei Wisdom A man is on a quest to find a bowl of exquisite quality. It leads him to his venture into one of the most renowned porcelain shops in town. Equipped with a trick he has learned, he intends to employ it in his search. His method involves picking up…