People go to great lengths to control death but they backfire in the long run. We can listen to Laozi to better live with nature and death.

People can create a depth of knowledge in a niche, or around an identity, but not see how the lack of wholeness creates a type of poverty.

When government leaders don't follow the wisdom of the sages, the people stop respecting authority. We compare the approaches of China and the United States and the effects on the common people.

Knowledge is necessary, but without moderation, it can also become a spiritual sickness. How can we use knowledge appropriately and stay spiritually healthy?

If we are listening for what our egos want, not what the universe is actually saying, it will be impossible to hear Laozi. To understand Laozi, we need a type of humility that requires a huge change in worldview.

War is part of the human condition, but how can we minimize it? What does it mean to win at war?

Daoist approaches aren't what we typically think of when talking about military strategy, but Laozi wrote about it. Today's episode wonders about what it would look like in comparison to today's national powers.

What are the occasions when Daoists might act when violence is a possible outcome?

What should a Daoist do when conflicts arise?

How do we apply the three treasures of kindness, moderation, and humility in our daily lives?