Show 93 — Excess Baggage and the ‘Kingly Man’

What's This Tao All About? by Tod Perry

Jan 20, 2025Religion & Spirituality

Tod and George reflect on Derek Lin’s insights about the unnecessary baggage we carry through life. They also discuss Thomas Merton’s translation of Chuang-Tzu’s “Kingly Man,” and George shares practical tips on how we c...

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