Hello, everyone! I’d like to introduce myself and also ask how you all started your Taoist journey.
I’m a college student studying Communication, so I have a natural curiosity as a student and a young person to learn about new languages, religions, and philosophies! I found out about Taoism because I wanted to create a new online community based on my favorite dreamy, psychedelic music. I came up with a theme of a dojo where musicians and fans could come and grow their skills. When researching about dojos, I came across resources about Taoism and Zen, and it really resonated with me!
All my life, I’ve felt so connected to nature and the universe, so the concept of the Tao, duality, and meditating instantly made sense to me. Now, I’m halfway through reading the Tao Te Ching!
How did you discover Taoism? Let me know!
The fiction of Ursula K Le Guin was my first introduction. She’s used a couple quotes from time to time, as intros to stories or whatever, and her work is heavily influenced by the philosophy.
I had other vectors as well, qigong as a health practice for instance, but she was the first and still one of my favorites.
I just got her translation! I’m excited to read it because it seems she takes a more freeform and poetic approach to the text.