SarahMoriko

One of main reasons for not being Christian is the fact that I believe that Jesus never existed... so now I am starting to see that Lao Tzu did not either...sorry, but I am new to Taoism so this is all confusing for me. The Tao Te Ching was more likely a collection of authors? Do we have any proof or only speculation? Do taoists only base their ways off of this fictional character? Sorry for all the questions, I feel overwhelmed

I understand that its not important for him to have really existed, that its the message that matters, but its kind of like when you find out that there really isn't a Santa Claus, Christmas (Giftmas as I call it) will never be the same. It just seems more inspiring if a Loa Tzu and his work wasn't just another case of he said she said.

I agree with this advice, but I am sure it won't be that simple. If the place does have lots of smoke what should he do to fix it? My advice is stop being your own worst enemy and don't focus on all these negative things. Do you really want a girlfriend right now or are you just feeling the pressure from society? Were you sexually molested? Do you have family issues? Am overbearing mother? An absent father? Start asking questions and you will be able to get to the root of your problem, these things are manifestations of a much larger issue.

Wow, I have the opposite problem, I grab a hold of hope every chance I can get! I don't really understand why this is so upsetting to you. Is it because you fear you will be let down by that hope?

I'm just posting my brief introduction as instructed for new users such as myself To keep if brief I am slightly new to Taoism but have a pretty good understanding of the core philosophy. What drew me to Taoism is the simplicity and strong belief in qi. I am also an acupuncture and TCM student in my first year and my interest has grown even stronger since starting my studies. I am very interested in Taoism as well as Asian Shamanism. I am 27, married and have two Boston Terriers and do not plan on procreating

I am trying my best to keep rockin'

I am going to A.T.O.M. The only other school in Broward County is the one in Miami. I am taking the classes on campus...I don't think on-line would be a good education. T.C.M. is very hands on, I can see how theory could be taught via internet but needling and herbology is best taught one on one. So far I am really enjoying myself, Chinese language has been a struggle though

So many different interpretations! I feel like this website makes Taoists out to be selfish, emotionless robots. This guys is just on an ego trip if you ask me. And no matter what people are always going to believe the interpretation that best suites there beliefs.

Yeah, I don't know what I think but I do know he gives me bad vibes.

Hello and welcome! I just finished reading a Daniel Reid book, The Tao of Health,Sex, and Longevity. I am still digesting it all... And yes, please don't just comment and run!

Yes indeed! The Bostons are like our kids...but we don't like to dress them up in fancy dresses and all