Remedies Of The Tao With Gregory Ripley Blossom Your Awesome Podcast

Remedies Of The Tao With Gregory Ripley Blossom Your Awesome Podcast Episode #233 Remedies with the Tao welcomes Gregory Ripley. Greg is the author of '100  Remedies of the Tao: Spiritual Wisdom For Interesting Times'. Greg is also a Forest Therapy Guide, an ordained Daoist Priest and an acupuncturist. To learn more about Greg click on this link here. In this conversation, Gregory Ripley, as a contemporary Taoist priest shares his journey and insights into Taoism and nature. He discusses his background and influences, including his studies in Asian Studies and Chinese medicine. Gregory also explains the process of becoming a Taoist priest and the difference between studying and ordination. He introduces his book, The Hundred Remedies of the Tao, which offers spiritual wisdom for navigating life's challenges. Gregory explores the three pillars of the Tao: compassion, humility, and simplicity. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility and adaptability in life and provides guidance for those who are stuck and struggling. Gregory also highlights the connection between nature and the Tao, offering tips for connecting with nature on a deeper level. He concludes with a message of unity and the need for collective well-being.TakeawaysTaoism and nature are two major influences in Gregory Ripley's life, and they complement each other.The process of becoming a Taoist priest involves studying Taoist philosophy and teachings, and then going through an initiation or ordination.The three pillars of the Tao are compassion, humility, and simplicity/frugality.Flexibility and adaptability are essential in navigating life's challenges.Connecting with nature can bring a sense of peace and belonging, and it is important to slow down and engage all the senses while in nature.Chapters00:00Introduction and Background01:12Influences and Journey02:49Becoming a Taoist Priest05:05Difference between Studying and Ordination07:16The Bai Yao Lu and The Hundred Remedies of the Tao08:35The Three Pillars of the Tao12:40Dealing with Conflict14:53Compassion, Humility, and Simplicity19:53The Importance of Flexibility and Adaptability21:10Guidance for Those Stuck and Struggling22:54The Connection with Nature25:03Tips for Connecting with Nature28:01The Wisdom of the Elders29:13Upcoming Projects30:17Closing MessageTo follow me, get bonus content from the show, my own takeaways and favorite quotes, along with access to my Check me out here at my Substack. This is the best place to support my work. Or sign up for my Weekly Newsletter here. To see more of my work check me out at my website where I write and cover mindfulness and other things to help you Blossom Your Awesome. Or checkout my other site where I right about arts and culture, wellness, essays and op-eds. Or follow me on instagram where I post fairly regularly and ask an inquisitive question or two weekly in hopes of getting you thinking about your life and going deeper with it. My Instagram - i_go_by_skdTo see more of who I'm talking to on the Podcast, to advertise your brand on the Blossom Your Awesome Podcast or just get in touch click here.