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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Chuang Tzu – Metamorphosis
06/03/2025
Chuang Tzu – Metamorphosis
“Every morning and every evening, and whenever anything happens to you, keep on saying, ‘Thank you for everything. I have no complaint whatsoever.’” — Stephen Mitchell, The Gospel According to Jesus, Page 178 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – The True Man – Part 2
05/29/2025
Chuang Tzu – The True Man – Part 2
“They had no mind to fight Tao. They did not try, by their own contriving, to help Tao along. These are the ones we call true men.”— Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 61 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – The True Man – Part 1
05/19/2025
Chuang Tzu – The True Man – Part 1
Is it ok to make plans? What does it mean to plan for the future when walking this path? — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 60 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – Confucius and the Madman
05/13/2025
Chuang Tzu – Confucius and the Madman
“Every man knows how useful it is to be useful. No one seems to know how useful it is to be useless.” — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 59 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – Lao Tzu’s Wake
05/08/2025
Chuang Tzu – Lao Tzu’s Wake
“We have seen a fire of sticks burn out. The fire now burns in some other place. Where? Who knows?” — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 57 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – Three Friends
05/04/2025
Chuang Tzu – Three Friends
“Hey, Sung Hu! Where'd you go? You have gonewhere you really were. And we are here." — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 55 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – The Fasting of the Heart!
04/21/2025
Chuang Tzu – The Fasting of the Heart!
“ It is easy to stand still and leave no trace, but it is hard to walk without touching the ground.” — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 53 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – Living Life Uncaged!
04/12/2025
Chuang Tzu – Living Life Uncaged!
“The Man with One Foot and the Marsh Pheasant” — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 48 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – Cutting up an Ox!
04/06/2025
Chuang Tzu – Cutting up an Ox!
“What I follow is Tao beyond all methods!” — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 45 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – Three in the Morning!
03/30/2025
Chuang Tzu – Three in the Morning!
The truly wise man, considering both sides of the question without partiality, sees them both in the light of the Tao. — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 44 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – The Pivot!
03/24/2025
Chuang Tzu – The Pivot!
Abandoning all thought of imposing a limit or taking sides, he rests in direct intuition. Therefore I said: “Better to abandon disputation and seek the true light!” — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Pages 42-43 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – Great Knowledge!
03/15/2025
Chuang Tzu – Great Knowledge!
One may well suppose the True Govener to be behind it all. That such a Power works I can believe. I cannot see his form. He acts, but has no form. — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 41 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – The Breath of Nature!
03/10/2025
Chuang Tzu – The Breath of Nature!
Master Ki said: Something is blowing on a thousand different holes. Some power stands behind all this and makes the sounds die down. What is this power? — Thomas Merton, The Way Of Chuang Tzu, Page 39 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – A Hat Salesman and a Capable Ruler!
03/01/2025
Chuang Tzu – A Hat Salesman and a Capable Ruler!
This is a great story demonstrating how the solution to dissatisfaction can be found in open-mindedness. Is the tree really useless? Can I see this differently? 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – The Useless Tree!
02/23/2025
Chuang Tzu – The Useless Tree!
Is the tree really useless? Can I see this differently? 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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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Chuang Tzu – Introduction!
02/17/2025
Chuang Tzu – Introduction!
We began our study of The Way of Chuang Tzu by Thomas Merton. We discussed excerpts from a Study of Chuang Tzu. 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 81 – Can I notice the breeze today?
02/10/2025
Tao Te Ching Verse 81 – Can I notice the breeze today?
The Sage lives, and all things go as Tao goes. All things move as the wind blows. — Jonathan Star, Tao Te Ching, The Definitive Edition, Verse 81 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 81 – Can I notice the breeze today?
02/10/2025
Tao Te Ching Verse 81 – Can I notice the breeze today?
The Sage lives, and all things go as Tao goes. All things move as the wind blows. — Jonathan Star, Tao Te Ching, The Definitive Edition, Verse 81 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 80 – FOMO: Fear Of Missing Out!
02/04/2025
Tao Te Ching Verse 80 – FOMO: Fear Of Missing Out!
And even though the next country is so close that people can hear its roosters crowing and its dogs barking, they are content to die of old age without ever having gone to see it. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 80 BWSOjc0wRpI3LLHFSvja 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 79 – Do I Tolerate Small Resentments?
01/18/2025
Tao Te Ching Verse 79 – Do I Tolerate Small Resentments?
One with true virtue always seeks a way to give. One who lacks true virtue always seeks a way to get. To the giver comes the fullness of life to the taker just an empty hand. — Dr. Wayne Dyer, Change Your Thoughts— Change Your Life, Verse 79 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 78 - A.A. Paradoxes in the Tao Te Ching!
01/12/2025
Tao Te Ching Verse 78 - A.A. Paradoxes in the Tao Te Ching!
Because he has given up helping, he is people’s greatest help. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 78 Link to the AA Paradoxes: 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 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 77 – Will you allow yourself to be stretched?
01/05/2025
Tao Te Ching Verse 77 – Will you allow yourself to be stretched?
The sages act without conceit Achieve without claiming credit They do not wish to display their virtue — Derek Lin, Tao Te Ching, Verse 77 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 76 – Is my perception of the Higher Power changing?
12/29/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 76 – Is my perception of the Higher Power changing?
We are beginning a new tradition; The last meeting of the year, we are going to discuss how our perception of the Higher Power has changed during the past year. 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 75 – Can my motivation move from “have to” toward “want to?”
12/22/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 75 – Can my motivation move from “have to” toward “want to?”
We discussed identifying the motive behind our helpfulness to others and, at times, how we act out of obligation and duty. 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 74 – Am I holding onto what is already dead?
12/16/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 74 – Am I holding onto what is already dead?
If you realize that all things change, there is nothing you will try to hold on to. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 74 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 73 – We are part of the ever-expanding universe!
12/07/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 73 – We are part of the ever-expanding universe!
Its net covers the whole universe. And though its meshes are wide, it doesn’t let a thing slip through. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 73 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. A Course in Miracles - Daily thoughts from the 365 Day Course in Miracles Calendar. Check the notes in each event for a longer description. Nightly 9 pm eastern Zoom A.A. Meeting 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 72 – Is This Table Real?
11/30/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 72 – Is This Table Real?
He teaches without a teaching, so that people will have nothing to learn.— Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 72 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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How to Get Along With Those I Disagree With?
11/25/2024
How to Get Along With Those I Disagree With?
We discussed how to get along with family members during the holidays, and then we discussed Recovery tools to help us stay sober all year long. 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 70 – I Understand by Looking Within!
11/13/2024
Tao Te Ching Verse 70 – I Understand by Looking Within!
My teachings are older than the world. How can you grasp their meaning? If you want to know me, look inside your heart. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 70 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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Author Arlina A. – The 12 Step Guide for Skeptics
11/03/2024
Author Arlina A. – The 12 Step Guide for Skeptics
I hope you enjoy this interview with author Arlina A. about her book, The 12 Step Guide for Skeptics! 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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