Tao Te Ching (Chapter 18) When the great Tao is forgotten, Kindness and morality arise. When wisdom and intelligence are born, The great pretence begins. When there is no peace within the family, Filial piety and devotion arise. When the country is confused and in chaos, Loyal ministers appear. (By Lao Tsu, translated by Gia-Fu […]
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The Taoist Trader: Accept Market Adversity
Tao Te Ching (Chapter 17) The very highest is barely known. Then comes that which people know and love. Then that which is feared. Then that which is despised. Who does not trust enough will not be trusted. When actions are performed Without unnecessary speech, People say, “We did it!” (By Lao Tsu, translated by […]
The Taoist Trader: Market Preconceptions
Tao Te Ching (Chapter 16) Empty yourself of everything. Let the mind become still. The ten thousand things rise and fall while the Self watches their return. They grow and flourish and then return to the source. Returning to the source is stillness, which is the way of nature. The way of nature is unchanging. […]
The Taoist Trader: Trade Like a Sage
Tao Te Ching (Chapter 15) The ancient masters were subtle, mysterious, profound, responsive. The depth of their knowledge is unfathomable. Because it is unfathomable. All we can do is describe their appearance. Watchful, like men crossing a winter stream. Alert, like men aware of danger. Courteous, like visiting guests. Yielding, like ice about to melt. […]