Tao of Our understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast
308 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsIn 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
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Verse 18 of the Tao Te Ching – Shadows and Substitutes of Living Life Our Way!
April 12, 2022 13:33 - 31 minutes - 14.5 MBVerse 18 describes the spiral downward when we take back control in any area of life. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recov...
Verse 75 of the Tao Te Ching – Playing God Does Not Work!
April 04, 2022 14:33 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBThis story reminds us of how playing God does not work; We either demand too much or provide too much. Whenever we look to our understanding for the solution, we are looking in the wrong direction. The solutions for each of us come from within. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holiday...
Chuang Tzu – Flight from Benevolence – True Guidance!
March 27, 2022 18:53 - 54 minutes - 25.3 MBWhat a great meeting! We have several possible names for this episode; Flight from the Moment, God is NOW, The Behaviors that take us out of the Moment, Aspects of Unacceptance, Acceptance is the Answer, etc. Regardless of how this episode is framed, it spoke to many group members. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober...
Verse 76 of the Tao Te Ching – How to Stay Flexible in Life!
March 20, 2022 21:15 - 46 minutes - 21.3 MBExcellent discussion! This verse gives us instructions on how to discern life and death in everyday situations. The challenge is not only to remain flexible when life is difficult but also to allow flexibility in success. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/...
Chuang Tzu – Good Fortune – Fear or Acceptance!
March 11, 2022 04:57 - 46 minutes - 21.7 MBToday I find it's the best thing that has ever happened to me. This proves I don't know what's good for me. And if I don't know what's good for me, then I don't know what's good or bad for you or for anyone. So I'm better off if I don't give advice, don't figure I know what's best, and just accept life on life's terms, as it is today-especially my own life, as it actually is. Alcoholics Anonymous 4th Edition Page 418 Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober...
Tao Te Ching – Verse 17 with Sensei Elliston – The Master does not talk; he acts!
March 04, 2022 15:09 - 47 minutes - 22.1 MBHow does the master act? He takes the next righting action – not right action (vs. the wrong action). The next action that balances like righting a ship. Thank you, Sensei, for that nugget! We also discussed instead of having faith and believing our way into righting actions, our actions of love balance our beliefs. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-...
Chuang Tzu – Active Life and Monkey Mountain – The Trap of Self-Effort!
February 25, 2022 16:02 - 54 minutes - 25.3 MBHow do we use our talents without stressing over our job performance? How far can our talents take us? Do we have access to anything more than our talents? What is our part? How do we live life from a place of love and acceptance rather than from fear? These are some of the questions discussed today in the podcast. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-r...
Chuang Tzu – Active Life and Monkey Mountain – The Trap of Self-Effort!
February 25, 2022 16:02How do we use our talents without stressing over our job performance? How far can our talents take us? Do we have access to anything more than our talents? What is our part? How do we live life from a place of love and acceptance rather than from fear? These are some of the questions discussed today in the podcast. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-r...
Verse 77 of the Tao Te Ching – Using Strength Not Our Own
February 18, 2022 15:10 - 56 minutes - 26 MBHow do we use our experience, rather than excessive effort, to draw in our extremes and prepare us to serve? Is this process similar to drawing a bow? We also discussed the names we give our Higher Power and how so much of our religious thinking is attached to the word, God. The “God” Word Pamphlet - https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-86_theGodWord.pdf Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find ...
Chuang Tzu – Advising The Prince – I Cannot Trust My Motives!
February 10, 2022 23:02 - 41 minutes - 19 MBThe peace I am looking for is always found within – never in my successes or selfish deeds that I disguise as altruistic. We also discussed the difference in Alanon between the desire to fix others and genuine loving kindness. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc...
Verse 16 of the Tao Te Ching – How do we work the steps when we do not believe in a traditional Higher Power?
February 03, 2022 23:24 - 1 hour - 30 MBOne of our best discussions ever concerning several topics relating to working the program without a traditional God belief! Who do we surrender to? What is acceptance? Does acceptance mean I approve of the situation? How are our character defects removed in steps 6 & 7 if God is not removing them? Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 To...
Chuang Tzu - Apologies – The Downward Spiral from Spiritual Fitness!
January 27, 2022 22:44 - 52 minutes - 24.4 MBOur spiral from spiritual fitness to thinking a drink would be a good idea can be very subtle. This story demonstrates the spiral. For me, if there is something in my life that I start to control that I should be surrendering, I will lose my peace. If I remain in that state of peacelessness long enough (step 2), I start having outward unmanageability (step 1). The outward unmanageability can take many forms, including control, anger, resentment, dishonesty, or fear. Don’t forget to use the...
Tao Te Ching - Verse 78 – How to be Like Water!
January 21, 2022 00:02 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MBVerse 78 of the Tao Te Ching is all about the characteristics of water. We discuss how water is our example of acceptance in all life interactions. 30 Tools to Stay Sober: https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston’s new book, and much more; www.BuddyC.org Zen Home Meditation Training https://www.aszc.org/sitting-with-sensei Join our private Facebo...
Chuang Tzu - The Inner Law – Being Governed from Within!
January 15, 2022 21:16 - 58 minutes - 27.3 MBBeing governed from within is one way to describe the purpose of all spiritual practices. How do we recognize our inner, intuitive knowing? What are the warning signs that we are looking outward again? How has recovery helped us with this process? Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holi...
Tao Te Ching – Verse 15 with Sensei Elliston – We already possess the solution to every perceived problem within our stillness.
January 07, 2022 15:38 - 55 minutes - 25.5 MBGood discussion on stillness and meditation too! Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston’s new book, ...
Tao Te Ching – Verse 15 with Sensei Elliston – We already possess the solution to every perceived problem within our stillness.
January 07, 2022 15:38 - 55 minutes - 25.5 MBGood discussion on stillness and meditation too! Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston’s new book, ...
New Years Resolutions and the Tao!
January 03, 2022 00:20 - 58 minutes - 27 MBExcellent conversation! What does Taoist Literature say about new years resolutions? Is it ok to make plans? Can I set goals and still follow the Tao? Don’t forget to use the resources below for tools to stay sober, not only during the holidays but at any time throughout the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-S...
Chuang Tzu - The Tower of the Spirit – How to Protect Your Inner-Self!
December 26, 2021 21:56 - 53 minutes - 24.9 MBWe believe this story is all about how we protect ourselves from losing our peace and joy. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober, not only during the holidays but at any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless Bu...
The Tower of the Spirit – How to Protect Your Inner-Self!
December 26, 2021 21:56 - 53 minutes - 24.9 MBWe believe this story is all about how we protect ourselves from losing our peace and joy. Don’t forget to use the resources mentioned below for tools to stay sober, not only during the holidays but at any time during the year. You can find a much longer list of resources at https://buddyc.org/recovery-resources/ 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless Bu...
Tao Te Ching - Verse 79 - Risking Injury for Kindness!
December 17, 2021 17:25 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBAn excellent discussion of how to mend family relationships. Someone has to be vulnerable and reach out in kindness to mend relationships. Each attendee brought an example of working with relatives in difficult situations and how to apply what they have learned in recovery. 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recov...
Chuang Tzu - Kengs Disciple Part 2 – Forgetting What I Know!
December 10, 2021 06:53 - 55 minutes - 25.8 MBIs sobriety like everything else? Get educated, work hard, and if you don’t get it at first, double down and work even harder? Or is sobriety the opposite? Instead, are we to place our effort in helping others as a way of helping ourselves. Is sobriety all about unlearning? About forgetting what I think I know? 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless But ...
Kengs Disciple Part 2 – Forgetting What I Know!
December 10, 2021 06:53 - 55 minutes - 25.8 MBIs sobriety like everything else? Get educated, work hard, and if you don’t get it at first, double down and work even harder? Or is sobriety the opposite? Instead, are we to place our effort in helping others as a way of helping ourselves. Is sobriety all about unlearning? About forgetting what I think I know? 30 Tools to Stay Sober Before, During, and After the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/30-Tools-to-Stay-Sober120921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless But ...
Verse 14 Tao Te Ching – Intuitive Knowing!
December 03, 2021 19:01 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MBRecovery, similar to the path of virtue, can only be described. Words cannot explain the power of love; love must be experienced. Shareable link to download 23 Ways to Stay Sober During the Holidays; https://buddyc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/23-Tools-to-Stay-Sober111921.pdf Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston’s new book, and much more; www.BuddyC.org Zen Home Meditation Training https://www.aszc.org/sitting-with-sen...
Enjoying the Holidays Sober!
November 19, 2021 22:55 - 45 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode, we discussed the tools we use to enjoy the holidays sober. For many, this is the first holiday season sober. Can we go to functions? How do we deal with the contrary family member that always pushes our buttons? This was an excellent discussion! Some of the tools discussed; Attend as many AA meetings as possible AND participate. Get a Sponsor and work the steps. When tempted, think the drink through and remind yourself WHY you stopped. Practice Gratitude first thing...
Chuang Tzu - Kengs Disciple – Self Effort – Part 1!
November 12, 2021 15:22 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBWhy is it that some of us can get sober and others cannot? Where is our effort needed? Where is our effort not required? Is it just about working harder and doing better? Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston’s new book, and much more; www.BuddyC.org Zen Home Meditation Training https://www.aszc.org/sitting-with-sensei Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link; https://www.facebook.com/...
Kengs Disciple – Self Effort – Part 1!
November 12, 2021 15:22 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBWhy is it that some of us can get sober and others cannot? Where is our effort needed? Where is our effort not required? Is it just about working harder and doing better? Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, the free daily Tao Recovery Email, Sensei Elliston’s new book, and much more; www.BuddyC.org Zen Home Meditation Training https://www.aszc.org/sitting-with-sensei Join our private Facebook group and continue the conversation! Here is the link; https://www.facebook.com/...
Verse 13 Tao Te Ching Discussion with Sensei Elliston! Is hope as dangerous as fear?
November 05, 2021 17:53 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBSensei Michael Elliston shares his thoughts on the 13th verse of the Tao Te Ching from a Zen perspective. Good conversation about the trap of hope and how some types of hope can keep us from accepting the moment and steal our peace. Sample verses of Buddy’s new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, a link to Sensei Elliston’s book, plus links to the other reading materials we reference on this podcast can be found at www.BuddyC.org. Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unm...
Verse 80 The Tao Te Ching – Contentment!
October 28, 2021 23:33 - 58 minutes - 27 MBWhere do we find lasting contentment? We discussed how our search for contentment must turn inward and that one of the first steps of looking inward is learning to live in the moment. Today's reading; https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Code:gff,sm,jhmd,rh/section:80 Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless, plus free daily Tao Recovery Email; www.BuddyC.org Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dc...
Verse 81 The Tao Te Ching – Emptiness!
October 22, 2021 01:11 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBWhy does giving make way for us to receive? Can we live empty of judgment and ego so we can be the mirror for our friends to see solutions to their perceived problems? Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless; www.BuddyC.org Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unmind Zen Ho...
Chuang Tzu – Keng Sang Chu – The Sage Dwells in the Fruit Not the Husk!
October 14, 2021 22:59 - 52 minutes - 30.3 MBWe learn in recovery that we change from the inside out. When we try to satisfy life from the outside inward, this story is the result. We saw the problem in this story and the solution in the 37th verse of the Tao Te Ching. Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless; www.BuddyC.org Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Ellisto...
Verse 12 Tao Te Ching Discussion with Sensei Elliston!
October 13, 2021 22:37 - 50 minutes - 69 MBSensei Michael Elliston shares his thoughts on the 12th verse of the Tao Te Ching from a Zen perspective. Our outward senses can dull the sensitivity of our inner intuitive voice. Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless; www.BuddyC.org Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unm...
Chuang Tzu – Starlight and Non-Being!
September 30, 2021 21:41 - 54 minutes - 25 MBCould Non-Being be described as love? Excellent conversation concerning surrender and Step 2. Could relief come from our surrender and stopping the fight rather than the intervention of a Higher Power? Words that are difficult to write to describe a conversation that was spot on. Info on the new book, Powerless But Not Helpless; www.BuddyC.org Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+...
Chuang Tzu – Where is Tao?
September 23, 2021 22:16 - 56 minutes - 25.9 MBWhere is the Tao? What is the Tao? What actions can we take to become more aware of the Tao at work in all things? All situations? All people? At work in everything! Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unmind Zen Home Meditation Training https://www.aszc.org/sitting-with-sensei Joi...
Chuang Tzu – The Importance of Being Toothless! Freedom from Needing to Know!
September 19, 2021 05:51 - 44 minutes - 25.7 MBThis story reminds us of the gift of not having to know. This is a gift most of us never realize that we already possess. Excellent conversation! Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unmind Zen Home Meditation Training https://www.aszc.org/sitting-with-sensei Join our private Facebo...
Chuang Tzu – When Knowledge Went North! Emptiness Part 2
September 10, 2021 18:31 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBThis is a story about Knowledge seeking the Tao. The answer was not in Knowledge but in Nothingness(emptiness)—a good discussion of applying the principle of nothingness to our lives. We also discussed how the Big Book of AA is a book of experience rather than a book of knowledge. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcas...
Verse 11 Tao Te Ching Discussion with Sensei Elliston! Emptiness Part 1
September 09, 2021 16:00 - 52 minutes - 24.5 MBSensei Michael Elliston shares his thoughts on the 10th verse of the Tao Te Ching from a Zen perspective. From the text, this became a conversation about emptiness. Sensei gives us a thorough explanation of how the ancient masters of Zen Buddhism taught emptiness. Next week, our story about seeking nothingness(emptiness) gives us Chaung Tzu’s view on emptiness, diving into the spiritual applications in daily life. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Fronti...
Chuang Tzu – The Flight of Lin Hui – The Extraordinary is Found in the Ordinary!
August 26, 2021 22:57 - 37 minutes - 30 MBThis story reminds us of the paradox of truth; what gives us peace and joy is not in what we thought would give us peace and joy. What we are looking for can be found in the last place we would think to look. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unmind Zen Home Meditation Training htt...
Chuang Tzu – The Empty Boat – Living in Emptiness!
August 20, 2021 02:27 - 56 minutes - 45.2 MBThe empty boat is a story that has been mused by many. Today we discuss how this story relates to recovery and how to apply these principles in our everyday lives. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unmind Zen Home Meditation Training https://www.aszc.org/sitting-with-sensei Join ...
Chuang Tzu – When The Shoe Fits – Another Example of Wu Wei!
August 15, 2021 15:56 - 30 minutes - 25 MBThis story brought out another discussion of wu wei – effortless effort. How free we become when we stop trying to control what we think keeps us from being free! Amazing how quickly our thoughts pass when we are no longer disturbed in some way. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unmi...
Chuang Tzu – The Woodcarver – Surrendering Your Way to the Place of Rest!
July 30, 2021 07:54 - 54 minutes - 43.8 MBIncredible 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 wisdom to know the difference. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcas...
Chuang Tzu – The Fighting Cock – Learning How To Be Free of Fear!
July 22, 2021 22:28 - 50 minutes - 41 MBWhy do we fight? Are we fighting because we are afraid? “The chief activator of our defects has been self-centered fear – primarily fear that we would lose something we already possessed or would fail to get something we demanded.” 12 X 12 Page 76. An excellent discussion of the tools we use to surrender fear. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=...
Chuang Tzu – The Sacrificial Swine – The Achievement Trap!
July 16, 2021 10:33 - 25 minutes - 20.9 MBMany of us fall for the idea that outer success will bring us the inner success we crave. This story reinforces the fact that true achievement comes from learning to live life in the moment, with no need for the approval of others. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unmind Zen Hom...
Chuang Tzu – The Need to Win – the Need to Win Causes Us to lose – Not Win!
June 24, 2021 22:06 - 48 minutes - 38.7 MBHow do we stay in the moment, enjoy the journey, and surrender expectations? If this is one of your struggles, you will enjoy this conversation! Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.aszc.org/unmind Zen Home Meditation Training https://www.aszc.org/sitting-with-sensei Join our private Faceboo...
Chuang Tzu – Wholeness – Resting in the Hidden Place!
June 18, 2021 02:58 - 57 minutes - 46.6 MBAnother story showing us the path of unlearning – resting in the eternal, hidden place of no-place. This story also brought out the dynamic of alcohol being a substitute for letting go in life and the role of anonymity in recovery. I really appreciate the great discussion! Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmin...
Verse 10 Tao Te Ching Discussion with Sensei Elliston!
June 05, 2021 08:55 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBSensei Michael Elliston and special guest Seigstsu Roger Cochran, aka Dr. Cochran, share their thoughts on the 10th verse of the Tao Te Ching from a Zen perspective. What does it mean to observe? What should we expect from our meditation practice? How do we begin our meditation practice? How long should we meditate? Just a few of the questions we discussed today. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchi...
Chuang Tzu – Symphony of a Sea Bird – Acceptance!
May 27, 2021 22:14 - 41 minutes - 33.9 MB“The road to hell is paved with good intentions” is a phrase we have heard often. When we refuse to accept what is, we try to fix and change people, places, and things into what we feel is best. Sometimes we take actions that are meant for good that end up being detrimental to ourselves or others. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei ...
Chuang Tzu – Perfect Joy – Is It Possible to Have a Fulfilled Life?
May 21, 2021 17:12 - 54 minutes - 44.3 MBThis story addresses the age-old question, “What is it that will make me fulfilled?” An excellent discussion of how we seek outwardly for what will bring purpose to our lives, not knowing we already possessed everything within. We eventually ended the conversation with a few minutes of discussion of wu wei. Contact us at [email protected] Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+o...
Verse 9 Tao Te Ching Discussion with Sensei Elliston!
May 07, 2021 14:34 - 48 minutes - 39.3 MBSensei Michael Elliston shares his thoughts on the 9th verse of the Tao Te Ching from a Zen perspective. The desire for more and how to determine when a creative task is complete, like a painting or writing a book, were a couple of the topics we discussed. Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast, Unmind; https://www.as...
Chuang Tzu – The Joy of Fishes – Does Fear Produce Happiness?
May 01, 2021 21:28 - 47 minutes - 38.2 MBAre our fears keeping us from being happy? An excellent discussion of how our fears and resistance bend our path of love. This bending keeps happiness out of reach. We also started our weekly discussion of synchronistic moments for the week. Contact us at [email protected] Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast,...
Chuang Tzu – The Joy of Fishes – Does Fear Produce Happiness?
May 01, 2021 21:28 - 47 minutes - 38.2 MBAre our fears keeping us from being happy? An excellent discussion of how our fears and resistance bend our path of love. This bending keeps happiness out of reach. We also started our weekly discussion of synchronistic moments for the week. Contact us at [email protected] Order Sensei Elliston’s new book; https://www.amazon.com/Original-Frontier-Serious-Seekers-Guide/dp/0764360884/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+original+frontier&qid=1599168689&sr=8-1 Sensei Elliston’s Podcast,...