Podcast Episodes

Chuang Tzu – Advising The Prince – I Cannot Trust My Motives!

The peace I am looking for is always found within – never in my successes or selfish deeds that I disguise as altruistic. We also discussed the diffe…

4 years, 3 months ago

Verse 16 of the Tao Te Ching – How do we work the steps when we do not believe in a traditional Higher Power?

One of our best discussions ever concerning several topics relating to working the program without a traditional God belief! Who do we surrender to? …

4 years, 3 months ago

Chuang Tzu - Apologies – The Downward Spiral from Spiritual Fitness!

Our spiral from spiritual fitness to thinking a drink would be a good idea can be very subtle. This story demonstrates the spiral. For me, if there i…

4 years, 3 months ago

Tao Te Ching - Verse 78 – How to be Like Water!

Verse 78 of the Tao Te Ching is all about the characteristics of water. We discuss how water is our example of acceptance in all life interactions.

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4 years, 4 months ago

Chuang Tzu - The Inner Law – Being Governed from Within!

Being governed from within is one way to describe the purpose of all spiritual practices. How do we recognize our inner, intuitive knowing? What are …

4 years, 4 months ago

Tao Te Ching – Verse 15 with Sensei Elliston – We already possess the solution to every perceived problem within our stillness.

Good discussion on stillness and meditation too! Don't forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. …

4 years, 4 months ago

New Years Resolutions and the Tao!

Excellent conversation! What does Taoist Literature say about new years resolutions? Is it ok to make plans? Can I set goals and still follow the Tao…

4 years, 4 months ago

Chuang Tzu - The Tower of the Spirit – How to Protect Your Inner-Self!

We believe this story is all about how we protect ourselves from losing our peace and joy. Don't forget to use the resources mentioned below for tool…

4 years, 4 months ago

Tao Te Ching - Verse 79 - Risking Injury for Kindness!

An excellent discussion of how to mend family relationships. Someone has to be vulnerable and reach out in kindness to mend relationships. Each atten…

4 years, 5 months ago

Chuang Tzu - Kengs Disciple Part 2 – Forgetting What I Know!

Is sobriety like everything else? Get educated, work hard, and if you don't get it at first, double down and work even harder? Or is sobriety the opp…

4 years, 5 months ago