Paganism is making a comeback in our century. I see the signs all over the place. There is growing interest in the rituals and beliefs […]

I would love to believe that, when the circumstances call for creative solutions, those will appear; and that, when the issues grow threatening, countermeasures will […]

It is extremely easy to compare Taoism to religion. In fact, I can do it in just two sentences. In the first sentence, I’ll explain […]

If I said that philosophy as a whole can be summarised in a few quotes, Aristotle (384-322 BC) might turn in his grave and damn […]

Taoism and Western culture are compatible at the margin, in areas that contest mainstream values. Why only at the margin? Because Western culture rests upon […]

It is not difficult to describe how Taoists view Confucians, Buddhists, Christians, or the adherents to any other philosophy, religion, or movement. Taoists do not […]

I am fond of comparing the differences between Taoism and Confucianism to the differences between cats and dogs. I love dogs and cats, but I […]

When Westerners are confronted with Taoism, they react at first with surprise, then with scepticism, and finally, with total disbelief. They are particularly intrigued by […]

Taoism is ancient in its method, but modern in its mentality. It correctly assumes that happiness can only be achieved if we make good decisions. […]