As any old Taoist walking out of the woods can tell you, simple-minded does not necessarily mean stupid.
Benjamin Hoff
But the basic Taoism that we are concerned with here is simply a particular way of appreciating, learning from, and working with whatever happens in everyday life.
Benjamin Hoff
From the Taoist point of view, the natural result of this harmonious way of living is happiness.
Benjamin Hoff
It means that Tao doesn't force or interfere with things, but lets them work in their own way, to produce results naturally. Then whatever needs to be done is done.
Benjamin Hoff
Life itself, when understood and utilized for what it is, is sweet.
Benjamin Hoff
Lots of people talk to animals... Not very many listen, though... That's the problem.
Benjamin Hoff
Pooh is able to accomplish what he does because he is simpleminded.
Benjamin Hoff
Practically everything from hairstyles to lifestyles is endorsed as some sort of drug to be taken Now for Instant Relief.
Benjamin Hoff
Under Confucianism, the use of precisely measured court music, prescribed steps, actions, and phrases all added up to an extremely complex system of rituals, each used for a particular purpose at a particular time.
Benjamin Hoff
We simply need to believe in the power that's within us, and use it.
Benjamin Hoff
Well, it takes all kinds to make a mess.
Benjamin Hoff
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Type: Author
Nationality: American
Born: 1946
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