Ian introduces his translation of Daodejing, one that brings this classic text into the 21st century with contemporary language and colorful illustrations.

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In this episode of our podcast, we delve deep into the wisdom of the Daodejing, exploring the profound lessons of Chapter 26. Through the teachings of Laozi, we uncover how the principles of grounding and calmness guide us toward a life of nobility and magnanimity, revealing the importance of a strong foundation in both personal growth and leadersh…

Chapter 25 of Daodejing is about cycles and the relationships between various powers within existence. David and Ian talk about what cycles we are are in currently and whether or not humanity is being responsible with the power they have.

Chapter 24 of Daodejing is about balance. We discuss how to try to keep it in a chaotic world.

We're talking about chapter 23 of Daodejing and its theme of letting go and acceptance. We talk about how letting go of toxic emotions creates the space necessary to let in nourishment and psychological wellbeing.

In this episode, we explore the role of dialectics in understanding existence, inspired by the Dao De Jing and the life of Gao Yaojie. We examine the character '则' (zé) from Laozi's era, its significance in conveying dialectical ideas, and its modern-day implications. Delving into Laozi's teachings, such as "bending to remain unbroken," we draw par…

In this profound episode, we delve into the essence of Dao De Jing's Chapter 21, exploring the elusive and mysterious nature of the Dao. Ian shares a personal experience of awakening to deep compassion, illustrating how understanding the intangibility of Dao leads to a profound realization of the insignificance of self and the importance of kindnes…

In this episode of 'Walking the Timeless Way,' we're joined by Dr. Joseph K. Kim, a renowned third-generation Eastern medicine practitioner and author, specializing in Sasang Medicine. Dr. Kim shares insights into the I Ching's principles and their application in both personal and global contexts, drawing connections between Eastern medical philoso…

Explore the depths of Chapter 20 from the Daodejing. Delve into the sage's views on wisdom, detachment, and leadership, and see how these ancient teachings resonate in our modern, complex era.

We delve deep into Chapter 19 of the Daodejing, exploring Laozi's call to abandon societal pretenses and return to a life of simplicity. We discuss the implications of embracing plainness, the dangers of idolizing ordinary individuals, and the perils of attaching oneself too closely to ideologies. Join us as we journey back to rediscover the essenc…

In this episode, we delve deep into Daodejing Chapter 18, discussing the consequences of a society disconnected from the great Dao. We shed light on the rise of hypocrisy and the unsettling state of cardinal relationships. Together, we explore how to find solace and live in harmony with the Dao amidst prevailing chaos and confusion.…

In today's fast-paced, ultra-competitive world, the question of effective leadership has never been more pertinent. How can leaders best serve their teams, their organizations, and ultimately, society? Inspired by the ancient wisdom of Daoist philosophy and Laozi’s four types of leaders, we delve into the paradoxes of leadership in a modern, often …

In this episode, we explore the ancient concept of 'Tian' from the Daodejing, revealing its deep influence on human affairs and nature. Dive into Chapter 16 to understand the harmony between Nature and Man. Discover the sensations of aligning with the Way of Heaven and its impact on our daily interactions. Join us for a journey towards celestial ba…

Dive into a profound exploration of the Daoist philosophy, discover how to "attain the ultimate emptiness" and "hold onto stillness" amidst the rush of modern life, find your roots in the transient world, and unlock the secret of longevity by knowing "the constant" and harmonizing with the heavens, all under the guidance of the ancient wisdom of th…

Shengren 圣人 are devoted to cultivating wisdom and virtue. In this episode we focus in on what this means within Daoism as we explore the characteristics Laozi describes in Daodejing so that anyone can walk the path of Shengren.

How do you embody Dao? If you met someone who did, how would you know? Chapter 15 of Daodejing tries to help us understand the answers to these questions.

We are joined by Thomas Doherty and Panu Pihkala, the hosts of "Climate Change and Happiness." https://climatechangeandhappiness.com

We ground the abstract descriptions of Dao from chapter fourteen of the Daodejing to help our listeners find practical ways to apply it.

What is spirituality? What is religion? We take a look at both of these as they relate to Daoism.

People chase after illusions and then wonder how they lose their peace of mind. When we give up our virtue for superficial things, we become superficial as well. This is a spiritual death.

Faith is a complicated thing. We explore this thing called "faith," how it applies to Daoism, and what it means to Walk the Timeless Way.

Moderation is one of the Three Treasures of Daoism. Chapter 12 of Daodejing focuses on this virtue. We discuss why moderation is important and how knowing what we find meaningful can help us to achieve it.

ChatGPT and related technologies are quickly changing the world. What does ChatGPT think about Daoism? What do Daoists think about ChatGPT?

It's the space in things that make them useful: the air in tires, the space in rooms. We also need internal space to create satisfactory lives.

Happy Chinese New Year! What is true hope? Where does it come from? How has it been distorted or lost in modern civilization?

Happy Daoist New Year! We reflect on last year and on 2023 so that we can walk our path more gracefully and in the direction we are aiming for.

Chapter 10 of Daodejing is about embracing Dao. However, we live in an economic system that works against Dao. How can we ever live in harmony with Dao when we are so afraid of taking any actions not aligned with the global economic system?

What is the nature of chaos? How does it appear in life? How do the rich make the poor scapegoats to deal with chaos and why? We explore how Laozi and others suggest we relate to chaos so that we aren't overcome by it.

Moderation is the key theme of Chapter Nine of Daodejing. We need moderation more than ever before but our culture and society encourage extremism and over-consumption. What can we do?

Technology continues to become a bigger part of our lives. We can no longer separate our lives from technology, but we can be deliberate in making sure we don't lose our connection with Dao.

Chapter eight of Daodejing builds a metaphor of water to help us to navigate our relationship with our internal and external worlds. When we contend with our environment, we ultimately fight with ourselves. By reflecting on our experiences, we can grow in our capacity to be like water.

Status cannot be separated from society or the human heart. What role does status play in society? How can a sage use status to help society navigate inevitable changes?

Chapter seven of Daodejing talks about how the sage puts herself last. We explore why our system and culture makes this so difficult to do in a genuine way.

Starting with the popular survival series, "Alone," we discuss living in harmony with Dao and the consequences of living in a global society.

Chapter Six of Daodejing is brief and abstract. We explore Laozi's metaphors of the mysterious female and ways to connect with it.

Let's explore the idea of De 德, or Virtue. What purpose does virtue serve in society and who is it for? How do we cultivate virtue once we have a better understanding of what it is? We also examine our current society and whether or not our leaders have virtue.

What does it mean that Dao treats people like ceremonial dogs? How does this realization change our way of experiencing life?

How does music relate to Dao? What purpose does music serve? Where does it come from?

Chapter Four of the Daodejing is the precursor to The Three Treasures and wuwei. We explore the four central abstract concepts in this chapter and ground them in human experience.

Daoist leadership is described as containing five characteristics: being altruistic, modest, flexible, transparent, and gentle but persistent. We explore these and the challenges of being a Daoist leader in a non-Daoist world.

Chapter three of Daodejing explores how to govern to minimize chaos. We contrast Laozi's wisdom with our modern world and discuss what it might look like to return to a simpler way of living.

The world is full of chaos because of a system that has lost its way. So long as the proposed solutions can only exist within the upside-down global economic system, chaos will remain.

In chapter two of Daodejing, Laozi explains why we need to accept the wholeness of life and not cling to our narrow actions and views. We also explore the role of death anxiety and how it leads to people seeking security in dogma and cultural symbols.

Diane Dreher, PhD, author of "The Tao of Inner Peace," joins us to talk about balance, leadership, activism, virtue and Walking the Timeless Way.

We return to the beginning of Daodejing to guide our listeners through the earlier chapters. We explore the mysterious and erotic nature of Dao.

Conflict is part of the human condition. However, the sage can help mitigate conflict by a careful examination of desires. We explore organizational conflict, the conflict in Europe, and how the Metaverse may help civilization navigate our desires in a less damaging way.

The Dao of Courage requires us to be willing to let go of a lot. How can we practice courage in our lives while trying to align with Dao?

Many of us live mundane lives with a lot of routine. How do we create magic in our life?

What does Daoism say about our wants and desires? What responsibility comes with freedom? What is true humility?