Introduction to the concept of Tao from "summary" of The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff
The Tao, the Way, the underlying natural order of the universe. It's a concept that has been around for thousands of years, yet still remains a mystery to many. In the Tao Te Ching, one of the oldest texts of Taoism, it is described as the source and substance of everything. But what exactly does this mean? How can we understand something so vast and abstract?Enter Winnie-the-Pooh, that lovable bear of very little brain. In his simple and carefree manner, Pooh embodies the principles of Taoism without even trying. He lives in harmony with the world around him, fully embracing the present moment and going with the flow. He doesn't worry about the past or the future, he simply is. Pooh's way of being is a perfect example of what it means to follow the Tao. In the Tao Te Ching, it is said that the Tao is like water, f...
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