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* Tao Wisdom – Water

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flowing water scape

Water teaches the wisdom of Tao:

It takes no pride in sustaining life.

Live near the flow.

Let the mysteries of life wash over you.

Be transparent.

Give part of yourself to everyone,

And remember every part is whole.

Allow natural order to lead the way

And do what must be done.

Do not fight the current,

And your head will remain above water.*

~ Lao Tzu

 

Let us all drink more of it, and embrace water’s wisdom.

Namaste

 

*Braun Jr., John; Tzu, Lao; von Bargen, Julian; Warkentin, David (2012-12-02). Tao Te Ching (Kindle Locations 177-186). . Kindle Edition.

28 responses to “* Tao Wisdom – Water”

  1. Jill Weatherholt Avatar
    Jill Weatherholt

    “Do not fight the current.” Wonderful words of wisdom. Thanks, Val!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Jill. May your day flow like water 😃

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  2. Louise Gallagher Avatar
    Louise Gallagher

    These are wonderful words of wisdom to share Val. Thank you.

    I was thinking about water as Beaumont and I walked on the ridge above the river yesterday — what struck me was how it sparkles in the sun, but when we, the humans pollute it with chemicals and all other matter, it will lose its sparkle.

    Have a blessed week.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Louise. Its easy for the sadness to come in when we face the damage that humans can do. Makes me appreciate the beauty that still remains for us to be alert to 💛

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  3. Kate @ Did That Just Happen? Avatar
    Kate @ Did That Just Happen?

    I like that! Water is totally my element and this is a great list – love Tao!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Kate! Keep going with your flow my friend 💕

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  4. Marty Avatar
    Marty

    Water fits in any container, adjusts to any environment

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Love this Marty. Thank you! Water also transforms itself and can become hard as ice or as uniquely beautiful as snowflakes.

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      1. Marty Avatar
        Marty

        Or almost invisible as steam, a gas

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  5. nrhatch Avatar
    nrhatch

    A few lessons I’ve gleaned from the wateriness of water:

    * Life is a flow of change ~ events shape our lives as running water shapes a stone.
    * Nothing lasts forever ~ even soft flowing streams erode the hardest boulders.
    * Be patient ~ a bucket is filled drop by drop.
    * Accept the “what is” ~ pushing the river won’t alter its flow.
    * A still pond provides a clearer reflection.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      So much good wisdom here Nancy. Thank you for sharing it as always!
      Water is such a powerful metaphor and guide for life 💦

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  6. Eliza Waters Avatar
    Eliza Waters

    Love this,Val. I savored it! 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      I’m doing the same. Thank you Eliza!

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  7. Healing Grief Avatar
    Healing Grief

    Love the Tao Wisdom and your reminder to flow with life. Thanks Val.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      The Tao has so much for us to pay heed of. Thank you Karen 💛

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  8. Tiny Avatar
    Tiny

    Lots of wisdom right there! Going with the flow is not heavy because water carriers the weight 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Helen for sharing your wisdom here 🙏

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  9. Carol Ferenc Avatar
    Carol Ferenc

    My favorite line: Do not fight the current. A very valuable life lesson, Val.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Ah yes … So many lessons here 💛

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  10. socialbridge Avatar
    socialbridge

    I can float along with this one, Val. Lovely!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Glad you enjoyed my mermaid friend 💛

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  11. aleafinspringtime Avatar
    aleafinspringtime

    This is worth coming back to again and again Val! Blessings to your radiant heart. Sharon x

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Sharon for your loving comment 💛

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  12. Sue Dreamwalker Avatar
    Sue Dreamwalker

    Pure delight.. I drank it all in dear Val. ❤

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you for humorous perfect comment Sue 💕

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    ram0ram

    Reblogged this on ram0ram note book.

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  14. Vicki Flaherty Avatar
    Vicki Flaherty

    Love this wisdom!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Me too! Thank you Vicki 💛

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