Virtue Revealed

| The Tao Chapter 15 – My Fourth Interpretation|

The Masters and Elders of old have painted a model of virtue we can follow.

Be alert when the instance is common and uncommon.

Be mindful as if crossing a delicate rope over rough seas.

Be considerate in pleasant and unpleasant interactions with others.

Be pliable, willing to yield to what better serves all.

Be transparent, so that your clarity garners trust.

Be patient, as if waiting for the ocean to evaporate.

Be unmovable in taking a step until it is the next right step.

Be content knowing you are already whole and complete.

Be present, and allow life to flow as it will.

When you can let go of controlling others and instances, allowing all to flow as it will, like the Masters of old, you will know inner peace.

LIVING THE TAO: Today, I invite you to reflect on the first, second and third interpretations along with this fourth and ask, are there any shifts you are prepared to make today in relation to aligning with the art of living as shared in the Tao?

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My 2018 focus is to intentionally live the Tao Te Ching. This is my fourth reading of Stephen Mitchell’s translation. I share my daily interpretations hoping to inspire you to do the same.

Embrace your journey. Experience bliss. Live the Tao.

 

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