Tao of Our understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast
In this podcast, we discuss mystical works of literature, primarily Taoist text, and how they relate to alcohol recovery. Taoist Philosophy can be an excellent tool for embracing the idea of a “Higher Power.” Nature offers all of the examples necessary for a concept of a source of all life, much different but yet very similar in many ways to more traditional religious thinking. Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching; https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:1 Thanks for checking out our podcast. If you listen and enjoy this podcast, please share with your friends in recovery! Do you want to stop drinking? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time being alcohol is controlling your life as never before? Has the idea of a "Higher Power" kept you out of Alcoholics Anonymous or other 12 Step recovery programs?
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Tao Te Ching Verse 66 – Wisdom is always found in Humility!
09/30/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 66 – Wisdom is always found in Humility!
All streams flow to the sea because it is lower than they are. Humility gives it its power. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 66 Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: You can download a free PDF of the most current version of Powerless But Not Helpless, a Recovery Interpretation of the Tao Te Ching, at . You are welcome to share, post, and distribute this book anywhere that you believe it will be of help. You can also access a free daily Tao Recovery Email, a list of podcasts, and many other recovery resources. Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober: Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 65 – Do I know how to not know?
09/21/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 65 – Do I know how to not know?
Today, I will set aside everything I think I know about myself, the Big Book, my disease, the 12 Steps, and especially about Spirituality so that I might have an open mind and a new experience with all these things. Today, I surrender to the truth of my recovery. The Set Aside Prayer (Affirmation Form) Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: You can download a free PDF of the most current version of Powerless But Not Helpless, a Recovery Interpretation of the Tao Te Ching, at . You are welcome to share, post, and distribute this book anywhere that you believe it will be of help. You can also access a free daily Tao Recovery Email, a list of podcasts, and many other recovery resources. Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober: Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 64 – What does it mean to have nothing?
09/14/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 64 – What does it mean to have nothing?
He (The Master) has nothing, thus has nothing to lose. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 64 Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: You can download a free PDF of the most current version of Powerless But Not Helpless, a Recovery Interpretation of the Tao Te Ching, at . Please share, post, and distribute the book anywhere that you believe it will be of help. You can also access a free daily Tao Recovery Email, a list of podcasts, and many other recovery resources. Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober: Google Calendars: Thought for the Day: ACIM: Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 63 – Do I Give Myself to Difficulty?
09/07/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 63 – Do I Give Myself to Difficulty?
When she (The Master) runs into difficulty, she stops and gives herself to it. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 63 Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: You can download a free PDF of the most current publication of Powerless But Not Helpless, a Recovery Interpretation of the Tao Te Ching, at . You can also access a free daily Tao Recovery Email, a list of podcasts, and many other recovery resources. Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober: Google Calendars: Thought for the Day: ACIM: Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 62 – What am I Seeking Today?
09/01/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 62 – What am I Seeking Today?
Why did the ancient Masters esteem the Tao? Because, being one with the Tao, when you seek, you find; and when you make a mistake, you are forgiven. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 62 Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober: Google Calendars: Thought for the Day: ACIM: Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 61 – Is it Necessary to Have an Enemy?
08/26/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 61 – Is it Necessary to Have an Enemy?
He considers those who point out his faults as his most benevolent teachers. He thinks of his enemy as the shadow that he himself casts. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 60 Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober: Google Calendars: Thought for the Day: ACIM: Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 60 – Can Evil Disappear by Itself?
08/10/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 60 – Can Evil Disappear by Itself?
Give evil nothing to oppose and it will disappear by itself. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 60 The Book of Mirdad - Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober: Google Calendars: Thought for the Day: ACIM: Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 59 – Letting Go!
08/03/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 59 – Letting Go!
Because he has let go, he can care for the people’s welfare as a mother cares for her child. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 59 The Book of Mirdad - Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober: Google Calendars: Thought for the Day: ACIM: Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 58 – Is Willpower Enough?
07/28/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 58 – Is Willpower Enough?
Dear God, please set aside everything I think I know about myself, this book, my disease, these steps, and especially about you so that I might have an open mind and a new experience with all these things. Please help me see the truth. — The Set Aside Prayer We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 57 – Personal Application of Verse 57!
07/21/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 57 – Personal Application of Verse 57!
I let go of the law, and the people became honest. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 57 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 56 – Can I Stop talking, meditate in silence, and release my worries?
07/16/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 56 – Can I Stop talking, meditate in silence, and release my worries?
It (the Tao) gives itself up continually. That is why it endures. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 56 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 55 – We Are Already Complete!
07/06/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 55 – We Are Already Complete!
It (a newborn child) can scream its head off all day, yet it never becomes hoarse, so complete is its harmony. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 55 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 54 – How Do We “Let” the Tao!
06/29/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 54 – How Do We “Let” the Tao!
Let the Tao be present in your life and you will become genuine. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 54 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 53 – The Way is easy!
06/22/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 53 – The Way is easy!
The great Way is easy, yet people prefer the side paths. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 53 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 52 – Meditation
06/16/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 52 – Meditation
Only the inner light illuminates eternity Only that light can guide us back home— Jonathan Star, Tao Te Ching, The Definitive Edition, Verse 52 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 51 – Expectations
06/09/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 51 – Expectations
Create something without holding on to it. Do the work without expecting credit for it. Lead people without giving them orders. That’s the secret of the power of Tao. — Ron Hogan, Tao Te Ching, Verse 51 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 50 – Am I giving up to the moment?
06/01/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 50 – Am I giving up to the moment?
The Master gives himself up to whatever the moment brings. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 50 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 49 – What is our true nature?
05/19/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 49 – What is our true nature?
Those who are good he (the Sage) treats with goodness. Those who are bad he also treats with goodness because the nature of his being is good. — Jonathan Star, Tao Te Ching, The Definitive Edition, Verse 49 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 48 – Unattached or Non-interfering Action!
05/13/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 48 – Unattached or Non-interfering Action!
With unattached action, there is nothing one cannot do — Derek lin, Tao Te Ching, Verse 48 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Recovery Podcast – Oscar V’s Story
05/07/2024
Tao Recovery Podcast – Oscar V’s Story
On this week's podcast, we have the privilege of hearing from Oscar V, a regular podcast attendee. Take advantage of this opportunity to get to know Oscar and be inspired by his experience, strength, and hope. We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 47 – The further one goes, the less one knows.
04/27/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 47 – The further one goes, the less one knows.
The sage knows without going Names without seeing Achieves without striving — Derek Lin, Tao Te Ching, Verse 47 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 46 – Can I see through fear?
04/23/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 46 – Can I see through fear?
Whoever can see through all fear will always be safe. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 46 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 44 – Can I rejoice in the way things are instead of constantly wanting them to be different?
04/08/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 44 – Can I rejoice in the way things are instead of constantly wanting them to be different?
Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.— Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 44 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 43 – How Can I Develop Flexibility?
03/31/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 43 – How Can I Develop Flexibility?
That which offers no resistance overcomes the hardest substances. That which offers no resistance can enter where there is no space.— J. H. McDonald, Tao Te Ching, Verse 43 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 42 – Making Use of Loss and Gain!
03/24/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 42 – Making Use of Loss and Gain!
Ordinary men hate solitude. But the Master makes use of it, embracing his aloneness, realizing he is one with the whole universe. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 42 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 41 – Are We Believing the Illusion?
03/16/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 41 – Are We Believing the Illusion?
The path into the light seems dark the path forward seems to go back the direct path seems long true power seems weak — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 41 AA Paradoxes: We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 40 – Yielding our way into returning!
03/09/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 40 – Yielding our way into returning!
Return is the movement of the Tao. Yielding is the way of the Tao. All things are born of being. Being is born of non-being. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 40 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 39 – Can I allow myself to be shaped?
03/02/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 39 – Can I allow myself to be shaped?
The master views the parts with compassion, because he understands the whole. His constant practice is humility. He doesn’t glitter like a jewel but lets himself be shaped by the Tao, as rugged and common as stone.— Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 39 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Alcohol Recovery Podcast – Laurie M’s Story?
02/28/2024
Tao Alcohol Recovery Podcast – Laurie M’s Story?
Today we are sharing Laurie M’s story. She is a regular on the Tao podcast. I hope you enjoy! We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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Tao Te Ching Verse 38 – The Flower or the Fruit?
02/24/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 38 – The Flower or the Fruit?
The Master concerns himself with the depths and not the surface, with the fruit and not the flower. He has no will of his own. He dwells in reality, and lets all illusions go.— Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 38 We are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming meeting! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link: or search Tao of Our understanding Podcast. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 30 Tools to Stay Sober; Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston's new book, a list of podcasts, and many recovery resources at Zen Home Meditation Training Would you like to receive a free daily topic email with the most popular A.A. resources, accompanied by a secret Facebook group for discussion? Go to for more information!
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