The art of effortless action requires trust in the natural flow of life from "summary" of Trying Not to Try by Edward Slingerland
The concept of effortless action is deeply intertwined with the idea of trusting in the natural flow of life. To truly embody this art, one must relinquish control and allow oneself to be carried by the current of existence. It is about surrendering to the unfolding of events, rather than trying to force things to happen in a certain way. When we trust in the natural flow of life, we open ourselves up to a state of being where action arises spontaneously and effortlessly. It is a state of flow where our actions are in perfect harmony with the world around us. This is not to say that we do nothing, but rather that our actions are guided by a deep sense of intuition and connection to the present moment. In this state of effortlessness, we are able to tap into a source of wisdom that goes beyond our conscious minds. We are no longer bound by the l...
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