Chuang Tzu – The Woodcarver – Surrendering Your Way to the Place of Rest!Chuang Tzu – The Woodcarver – Surrendering Your Way to the Place of Rest!
Tao of Our understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast
Incredible discussion of how to surrender your way to that place of rest, that place of calmness and serenity as seen in the serenity prayer; God grant me the serenity to accept the things I can change, the courage to change the things I can, and the...
54:21•30 Jul 2021
Finding Calm: Chuang Tzu's Woodcarver and the Path to Sobriety
“This story is really about how to live in that intuitive knowing, because that's what he did. He got to the point where he stripped things away to where he was in the wisdom to know, because he went to the woods and he could see the bell stand.”
Ever wondered how letting go can lead to true peace? In this episode of the 'Tao of Our Understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast', the hosts dive into Chuang Tzu's tale, 'The Woodcarver'. This ancient story centers around a woodcarver who creates a stunning bell stand by surrendering to the natural potential of the wood. The hosts draw parallels between this tale and the journey of alcohol recovery, emphasizing the importance of calmness and acceptance.
They explore how releasing attachments and living in the present moment can help one find serenity, much like the serenity prayer suggests. Sensei Elliston joins as a guest speaker, sharing her personal experiences with meditation and sobriety. Her insights offer a unique perspective on how surrendering can lead to a state of rest and peace. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone seeking tranquility on their path to recovery.
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