Chuang Tzu – The Joy of Fishes – Does Fear Produce Happiness?

Chuang Tzu – The Joy of Fishes – Does Fear Produce Happiness?

Tao of Our understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast

Are our fears keeping us from being happy? An excellent discussion of how our fears and resistance bend our path of love. This bending keeps happiness out of reach. We also started our weekly discussion of synchronistic moments for the week. Contact...

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47:241 May 2021

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Finding Joy Beyond Fear: Taoist Wisdom in Alcohol Recovery

Happiness is the absence of the striving for happiness. When I let things be, rather than trying to find the answer, it happens. So it's right here already, and that's the true happiness, or the joy of happiness.

Are your fears holding you back from true happiness? In this episode of the 'Tao of Our Understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast', hosts Charlie and Randy tackle this profound question. They dive into Chuang Tzu's parable, 'The Joy of Fishes', to explore how fear and resistance can distort our path to love and happiness. The discussion doesn't stop there; they also introduce a new segment on synchronistic moments, highlighting those uncanny coincidences that often carry deeper meaning.

Special guest Sensei Elliston joins the conversation, offering his insights on how meditation can play a pivotal role in alcohol recovery. He shares practical advice on how to 'let things be'—a core Taoist principle that can help you find true joy. The episode is rich with tips and resources for those on their sobriety journey, emphasizing the power of nature and the concept of a higher power.

Listeners are invited to join a private Facebook group to continue the conversation and share their own experiences. This episode is not just about understanding fear; it's about finding joy by embracing Taoist wisdom. Tune in and discover how ancient teachings can offer fresh perspectives on modern struggles with addiction.

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