Cup of Tao Season 5 Episode 1 - How to deal with HardshipHosted by Chris L McClish In this episode: I talk about a brief outline for dealing with hardship in life using three Taoist principles.After discussing this, I take a short break and then talk on a more personal level. Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC – and is on the web at https://cupoftao.com.   Also visit Chris McClish's website! www.chrismcclish.com Social Media:  I'm on Twitter @coachcmc. This podcast is also on Twitter @cupoftao.  Support me:  I can’t guarantee that I will keep the show going or feel the need to direct you to support the show.  If you have enjoyed the show or want to support me, just visit www.chrismcclish.com/support  - where you can make a donation either by debit card, credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay processed through Square. You can also make a PayPal donation to support me, visit https://paypal.me/coachcmc Don't forget to purchase my book!: Accepting Life On Life's Terms: Taoist Psychology for Today's Uncertain Times Available where you buy print or digital books!  Do you love my podcast? You will love the book! Buy it and please review it!Audiobook version is now available at most audiobook retailers! Start your own podcast, do it with the best podcast host, go with Transistor.fm Use my affiliate link (which supports the show) and get a 14 day trial, visit https://transistor.fm/?via=chris-mcclish See the show description for additional information and disclaimers. Show Music Introduction music is Into the Vortex by Chris L McClish Copyright 2013.Closing music is Feel it by Chris L McClish Copyright 2014.Podcast produced by CoachCMC LLC Copyright 2018-2021.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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How to deal with hardship

Cup of Tao Season 4 Episode 11 - A Single StepHosted by Chris L McClish In this episode: I talk about how one small decision can change your life - sometimes not for the better.  Many of us can trace some life circumstances back to a single poor decision.  After discussing this, I take a short break and then talk on a more personal level. Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC – and is on the web at https://cupoftao.com.   Also visit Chris McClish's website! www.chrismcclish.com Social Media:  I'm on Twitter @coachcmc. This podcast is now on Twitter @cupoftao.  Support the show:  Please support the show!  I have simplified the ways to support the show, just visit www.chrismcclish.com/support  - where you can make a donation either by debit card, credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay processed through Square, or links for membership options through Patreon and Podfan!  You can also make a PayPal donation to support my shows, visit https://paypal.me/coachcmc Don't forget to purchase my book!: Accepting Life On Life's Terms: Taoist Psychology for Today's Uncertain Times Available where you buy print or digital books!  Do you love my podcast? You will love the book! Buy it and please review it!Audiobook version is now available at most audiobook retailers! Start your own podcast, do it with the best podcast host, go with Transistor.fm Use my affiliate link (which supports the show) and get a 14 day trial, visit https://transistor.fm/?via=chris-mcclish See the show description for additional information and disclaimers. Show Music Introduction music is Into the Vortex by Chris L McClish Copyright 2013.Closing music is Feel it by Chris L McClish Copyright 2014.Podcast produced by CoachCMC LLC Copyright 2018-2021.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

A single step

I talk about compassion (love, mercy, empathy, compassion, kindness, etc.).

S4E10 - Compassion

In this episode, I talk more about free-will, comparisons, determinism and purpose.

The answers

S4E8 - Daily Mindfulness - I discuss tips for doing the important practice of daily mindfulness to achieve a level of freedom from buying in to destructive thoughts.

Daily Mindfulness

Cup of Tao Season 4 Episode 7 - Addiction Hosted by Chris L McClish In this episode: I discuss the difficult topic of addition. After discussing this, I take a short break and then talk on a more personal level. Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC - please find me at my NEW website! www.chrismcclish.com For sponsorship information, please visit chrismcclish.com. Social Media I'm on Twitter @coachcmc. This podcast is now on Twitter @cupoftao. Please support the show - become a patron: https://patreon.com/chrismcclish. Don't forget to purchase my book!: Accepting Life On Life's Terms: Taoist Psychology for Today's Uncertain Times Available where you buy print or digital books! L_ove my podcast? You will love the book! _Buy it and please review it! Audiobook version is now available at most audiobook retailers! Disclaimer: *Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED ON THE SHOW AND DO NOT REFLECT OR REPRESENT THE VIEWS OF ANY ORGANIZATION THAT THE HOST IS EMPLOYED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH and any information presented may not reflect the totality of views by the host, Chris L McClish. Information is editorial in nature and is not intended to be used as professional advice or as substitute for the advice of a mental health or medical professional. CoachCMC LLC | Chris L McClish is not responsible for the use or misuse of any actions taken because of use or misuse as a result of listening to the information provided in this podcast. Seek a medical or mental health professional if you are needing personal assistance with any mental health or personal issues that you have or may have. Show Music Introduction music is Into the Vortex by Chris L McClish Copyright 2013 Closing music is Feel it by Chris L McClish Copyright 2014. Podcast produced by CoachCMC LLC Copyright 2018-2021.

S4E7 - Addiction

In this episode: I discuss luck and misfortune. I describe a story of a man who is an example of both - Frane Selak.

Luck and Misfortune

In this episode: I interview a friend that I had met during a Taoist Meetup Group about two years ago, "Spek". Spek and I will discuss why he is "not a Taoist" and dive into other things including free-will.

Not a Taoist

In this episode: I discuss philosopher Alburt Camus' concept of Absurdity and then relate this to Taoism.

Clinging to Absurdity

In this episode: I discuss a little bit of some of the crazy times around us which currently include our recent COVID pandemic and the protests surrounding police brutality and racial injustice.

Chaos Order Violence Injustice Disorder

In this episode: I discuss imperfections - and I am leaving this episode unedited for mistakes - to keep the episode very imperfect.

Imperfections

For this show, we are going to ask an important question to guide future behaviors - especially when we choosing undesirable behviors.

Is this who I want to be

In this episode: I discuss Chapter 5 of the Tao Te Ching and then wrap up Season III with some good information.

Wrap up of Season III

In this episode: I discuss some chapters 30 and 31 of the Tao Te Ching.

Violence and war

In this episode: I discuss how the Tao seems to elude us just when we think we have hope and maybe some answers to our ultimate questions - and when we lose hope and fall into nihilism, the Tao seems to give us glimpses of hope and faith. I will be reading from the Crispin Sartwell 2016 version of the Tao Te Ching Chapter 38.

The Tao is elusive

Cup of Tao - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times. This podcast incorporates Taoist philosophy and modern contextual psychology principles, which are presented as educational skills and guidelines for living in today's uncertain times. A podcast for those who have an interest in Taoism, Eastern-philosophy, and mindfulness-based skills. Podcast by Chris L McClish, who has held many roles in life including having a lengthy career as a psychotherapist, as well as having served as an author, clinical supervisor, Judo sensei, personal trainer, and mindfulness meditation instructor. For those into: #mindfulness, #taoism, #taoteching, #taoist, #meditation, #taoteacher, #tao, #taoismpodcast Disclaimer: Information is editorial in nature and views expressed are solely those of the host. Information presented does not constitute medical, psychiatric, psychological, nor professional advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast or blog as medical, psychological, or any type of advice to treat any medical or mental condition in either yourself or others. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Chris L McClish, CoachCMC LLC, any guests or contributors to the podcast be responsible for damages arising from use or misuse of this podcast. All rights reserved. Copyright CoachCMC LLC 2018-2020.

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