Tao Te Ching
Martha Beck's favorite book, which greatly influenced her perspective on dropping illusions and finding enlightenment.
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Videos Mentioning Tao Te Ching
Rick Rubin — Timeless Methods for Unlocking Creativity, The Future with AI, and More
Tim Ferriss
An ancient Chinese text that served as an inspiration for The Creative Act in its bite-sized nature and profound, open-to-interpretation wisdom.
Porn Addiction, The Corrosiveness of Secrets, and Books to Change Your Life | Jason Portnoy
Tim Ferriss
An important Chinese classic text Jason read during his travels, part of an eclectic mix of books.
Jeffrey Shainline: Neuromorphic Computing and Optoelectronic Intelligence | Lex Fridman Podcast #225
Lex Fridman
A classical Chinese text associated with Lao Tzu, promoting the concept of change and impermanence as fundamental aspects of existence.
Performance Psychologist Michael Gervais — Fear{less} with Tim Ferriss
Tim Ferriss
A foundational text of Taoism provided to students during a leadership class at the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
Daniel Schmachtenberger: Steering Civilization Away from Self-Destruction | Lex Fridman Podcast #191
Lex Fridman
A fundamental text of Taoism, whose first verse about the 'namable Tao' is used to illustrate the limits of models and the importance of reality.
Naval Ravikant on Happiness, Anxiety, and More
Tim Ferriss
A classic Chinese text traditionally credited to the ancient Chinese philosopher Laozi, referenced as a source of philosophical wisdom.
Gretchen Rubin Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A classic Chinese text that Tim Ferriss reads for relaxation and to counterbalance his analytical mind.
Tim O'Reilly Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
An ancient Chinese text, a fundamental text for philosophical Taoism, referenced for its wisdom on listening to inner 'yes' and 'no' as a guide.
The Amazing and Brutal Results of Zero Lies for 365 Days — Martha Beck
Tim Ferriss
Martha Beck's favorite book, which greatly influenced her perspective on dropping illusions and finding enlightenment.
Jack Kornfield - How to Reduce Anxiety and Polish the Lens of Consciousness | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
An ancient Chinese text that suggests remembering the source of consciousness.
Krista Tippett Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A book that Tim Ferriss is currently reading one poem from per day, noting it as one of the books most often discussed on his podcast.
Soman Chainani Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A philosophical text that influenced Soman Chainani's meditation practice, despite initially finding it confusing.
Jason Nemer Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
An ancient Chinese text, a close second to The Prophet for its deep wisdom and energy in each passage, used by Jason Nemer for meditation.
Rick Rubin Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A classic Chinese text that Rick Rubin often gifts, praised for its profound and ever-relevant insights.