Generosity.


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Generosity.


Here we become aware of Tao and the words and actions of Lao Tzu at a very personal level. What is given in this chapter is for everybody, nobody is excluded. What could be said for the creative person, would be exactly the same for each and every person. 

For those who may be new to Tao and  Taoism, or even Tai Chi, it would be worth taking a moment to give some insight. Taoism believes in an energy force that is within all things, all of nature, the universe and each individual person. In the practice of Tai Chi, a meditative exercise form, the practitioner learns to be aware of the point of balance in every movement, they also in its simplest explanation harness Chi in the centre of their being. 

Once centred, this Chi can be channelled from the centre to calm and bring a sense of wellbeing.  There is not enough space in this work to say much more, but further study could easily be carried out.

Lao Tzu tells us that those in touch with Tao are in constant contact with this healing energy. Living this way should bring a deep sense of generosity for all around us. Sadly, many, in this hectic modern age see not much further than themselves and their own being. They willingly take, but seldom if ever give.

It is a very short leap from this to being completely self-centred, beginning to think that self is all that matters. 

Those in touch with Tao, have no desire to flaunt their learning or their prowess. They likewise have no yearning to be a "celebrity" or of showing off to others. They do what has to be done, then they drift back into silent anonymity, seeking no credit, they are instantly ready to respond to the needs of others. 

Be in Touch with Tao and live generously.


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