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Boleo · 08-12-2009, 09:16 AM

Pu is translated "uncarved block", "unhewn log", or "simplicity". It is a metaphor for the state of wu wei and the principle of jian. It represents a passive state of receptiveness. Pu is a symbol for a state of pure potential and perception without prejudice. In this state, Taoists believe everything is seen as it is, without preconceptions or illusion.

Pu is seen as keeping oneself in the primordial state of Tao. It is believed to be the true nature of the mind, unburdened by knowledge or experiences. In the state of Pu, there is no right or wrong, beautiful or ugly. There is only pure experience, or awareness, free from learned labels and definitions. It is this state of being that is the goal of following Tao.

Rusty Zipper · 08-12-2009, 06:45 PM

wow, when i fisrt read that title!

well, you know...

some time ago, i read a book entitled...

"The Tao of Sobriety"

loved it, and use a lot of whats in there on a daily basis...

Missybuns · 08-13-2009, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty Zipper

wow, when i fisrt read that title!

well, you know...

some time ago, i read a book entitled...

"The Tao of Sobriety"

loved it, and use a lot of whats in there on a daily basis...

I have that book.

Another comment I have is that I read "The Tao of Pooh" when I was about 14 (30 years ago). It helped me understand what Taoism is all about. It explains Taoism through the character's of Winnie the Pooh and those characters through Taoism. Authored by Benjamin Hoff.

I started my interest in how to just be and enjoy what is within me at a very young age. I began experimenting with all kinds of substances and eventually found myself escaping me all together. Down the road of addiction I went ...only to arrive here now. Clean, grateful and feeling complete.

Peace,
Missy

indigo · 08-14-2009, 02:46 AM

Thank you for posting this Boleo.

EuroDrunk · 08-20-2009, 10:47 AM

Thanks Boleo!

The Tao Teh Ching has been a constant source of inspriation to me in recovery. It has also helped me - an atheist as well as an addict/alcoholic - to come to terms with the spiritual aspects of the AA/NA program.

indigo · 08-21-2009, 03:05 AM

I don't believe I've yet welcomed you EuroDrunk so I welcome you now Namasté.

Boleo · 08-22-2009, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by EuroDrunk

The Tao Teh Ching has been a constant source of inspriation to me in recovery.

If you like Taoism as it relates to recovery, check out:

Amazon.com: A Million Little Pieces (9780385507752): James Frey: Books

It is based on a fictional account of recovery which is somewhat misleading but it does have some very good examples of Taoism as it relates to recovery.

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Boleo boleon Join Date: May 2008 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 3,117	The Pu of Tao Pu is translated "uncarved block", "unhewn log", or "simplicity". It is a metaphor for the state of wu wei and the principle of jian. It represents a passive state of receptiveness. Pu is a symbol for a state of pure potential and perception without prejudice. In this state, Taoists believe everything is seen as it is, without preconceptions or illusion. Pu is seen as keeping oneself in the primordial state of Tao. It is believed to be the true nature of the mind, unburdened by knowledge or experiences. In the state of Pu, there is no right or wrong, beautiful or ugly. There is only pure experience, or awareness, free from learned labels and definitions. It is this state of being that is the goal of following Tao. __________________ >>> If it makes sense - It ain't spiritual! - All Big Book quotes are from first Edition -

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Rusty Zipper Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: my room in ct. Posts: 34,755	wow, when i fisrt read that title! well, you know... some time ago, i read a book entitled... "The Tao of Sobriety" loved it, and use a lot of whats in there on a daily basis... __________________ *Rule 62*

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indigo Community Greeter Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Mid-Life Express Posts: 9,928	Thank you for posting this Boleo. __________________ When you judge others, you do not define them, you define yourself." Namasté

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indigo Community Greeter Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Mid-Life Express Posts: 9,928	I don't believe I've yet welcomed you EuroDrunk so I welcome you now Namasté. __________________ When you judge others, you do not define them, you define yourself." Namasté

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EuroDrunk Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 25	Thanks Boleo! The Tao Teh Ching has been a constant source of inspriation to me in recovery. It has also helped me - an atheist as well as an addict/alcoholic - to come to terms with the spiritual aspects of the AA/NA program.

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