The Work with Ryan McDermott

Ep. 14 Learning to Flow: Lessons From The Tao Te Ching


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In this episode, Ryan explores the profound teachings of the Tao Te Ching, focusing on its relevance to spiritual growth, desires, and inner peace. He delves into Chapter 64, unpacking key lines that emphasize the importance of patience, non-attachment, and allowing life to flow naturally. Through his interpretations, Ryan encourages you to embrace a mindset of non-resistance and to understand the deeper wisdom behind Lao Tzu's teachings.


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Chapters


00:00 - Intro and overview of the Tao Te Ching

05:49 - Forcing action

08:33 - The impermanence of the material world 

09:54 - Impatience as reistence 

10:54 - Allowing life to take it's course

12:16 - Your mind at equilibrium 

13:41 - What it means to energetically have nothing

14:52 - Desiring non desire

16:02 - Learning to unlearn

18:14 - Conclusion


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