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Speaking from the realization of wonder.

Taoism and Lao Tzu As a storyteller, I enjoy using analogies to shape the story before it unfolds. Painting vivid pictures with words allows the audience to fill in the blanks for themselves. It’s not just about sharing information, but about letting the observer experience and interpret things in their own way. It’s about helping others envision the outcome before it happens, so they can learn to listen and eventually find their own voice. What matters is learning to remember and to see things from our own perspective, shaped not by what we take for granted, but like stacking blocks…

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Living in harmony with the Tao.

The mythical creature originating in ancient Chinese lore, the Foo dog, essentially a hybrid of a dog and a lion, was thought to ward off evil spirits. Taoism and Lao Tzu The most prominent symbolism associated with the tortoise is longevity. Known for its impressive lifespan, the tortoise is often seen as a representation of immortality. In Chinese tradition, it is believed that the tortoise can live for hundreds of years, thus becoming a metaphor for enduring life and the wisdom that comes with age. The tortoise plays a role in various Chinese traditions and festivals. For instance, during the…

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