How to Practice Wu-Wei
Category: Lifeslacking, Philosophy
Summary: The Taoist idea of Wu Wei means “actionless action” or “action without effort.”
Abstract:
One of the essential elements of the Taoist philosophy is that of Wu Wei, or “actionless action.” By acting without intention or aggression one can find a more peaceful and satisfying path. Taoists believe that this is the ideal way in which development occurs – if we strive to hard towards an outcome, the result or the side-effects from the result will be disappointing or inelegant.
Date posted: March 23, 2019
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Going with the flow is essential. Especially nowadays. We appear to be divided on everything, not just politics. It seems, as the article states, many of us are trying to float upstream which uses unnecessary energy. Wu-Wei IS the Way. Go with the flow, man. Use your precious energy for better and don’t waste it. ~ Rev. Doctor Bob C
“Use your precious energy for better and don’t waste it. ~ Rev. Doctor Bob C”
My philosophy to the dot, especially in Martial Arts! Cool beans, dude. 🙂
The dude abides.
This is one of the best articles on Wu Wei that I’ve read! Thanks for sharing.