The Tao – Step 3

The Tao – Step 3

Author: Buddy C. April 14, 2026 Duration: 48:18

3. Made a decision to turn our will and lives over to the care of God as we understand Him.

— Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 59

 

"In the end, the treasure of life is missed by those who hold on and gained by those who let go."

Lao Tzu

30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round!

Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80

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Hosted by Buddy C., Tao of Our Understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast explores an unconventional yet deeply resonant path toward healing. Instead of framing recovery through a strictly clinical or dogmatic lens, this podcast turns to ancient wisdom, finding profound parallels between Taoist philosophy and the journey to sobriety. Each episode delves into mystical texts, primarily the Tao Te Ching, examining passages not as abstract philosophy but as practical guidance for navigating the challenges of alcohol recovery. The central idea is that nature itself, with its cycles of flow and stillness, offers a powerful, non-judgmental framework for understanding a "Higher Power" and our place within it. Listeners will hear thoughtful discussions that connect concepts like wu wei (effortless action), balance, and natural harmony to the daily realities of letting go of addiction. This approach provides a spiritual perspective that feels both expansive and grounded, distinct from yet complementary to more traditional religious thought. By engaging with these timeless principles, the podcast creates a space for reflection and new understanding, making ancient texts a living companion for anyone seeking a sober life. It’s a unique blend of spirituality, literature, and personal recovery, all woven together in a calm, conversational format.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
The Tao – Step 8 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:02
"8. Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all." — Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 59 "If you want to take something, you must first allow it to be given." — Stephen Mitchell, Tao…
The Tao – Step 7 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:30
"7. Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings." — Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 59 "Only in being lived by the Tao can you be truly yourself." — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 22 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Rou…
The Tao – Step 6 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:53
"6. Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character." — Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 59 "Can you deal with the most vital matters by letting events take their course? Can you step back from you own mi…
The Tao – Step 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:22
"5. Admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs." — Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 59 "A great nation is like a great man: When he makes a mistake, he realizes it. Having realized…
The Tao – Step 4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:17
4. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves. — Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 59 Open yourself to the Tao, then trust your natural responses; and everything will fall into place. — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te…
The Tao – Step 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:59
"When there is silence, one finds peace. When there is silence, one finds the anchor of the universe within himself." — Jonathan Star, Tao Te Ching, The Definitive Edition, Verse 37 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round!…
The Tao – Step 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:00
"True mastery can be gained by letting things go their own way. It can't be gained by interfering."— Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 48 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of…
Chuang Tzu – The Flight of Lin Hui [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:10
"The Friendship of wise men is tasteless as water. The friendship of fools is sweet as wine. But the tastelessness of the wise brings true affection, and the savor of fool's company ends in hatred." — Thomas Merton, The…
Chuang Tzu – The Empty Boat [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:03
" Since he judges no one, no one judges him. Such as the perfect man: his boat is empty." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 115 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the…
Chuang Tzu – When the Shoe Fits [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:38
"When the heart is right, 'for' and 'against' are forgotten." — Thomas Merton, The Way of Chuang Tzu, Page 112 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in…