Question: Derek, the title of your book, The Tao of Success, is a bit puzzling to me. Shouldn’t the Tao be more about spirituality rather than the pursuit of success? Answer: The book addresses this question in its introduction, so Continue reading Success and the Tao
Question: Derek, if one is still in the process of learning various lessons in the Tao, what can one do to introduce others to the philosophy in a non-invasive way? I would like to help someone special better understand life, Continue reading Introducing the Tao to Friends
Question: Derek, I keep coming across references to “ferrying people” while studying Eastern philosophy. What does it mean? Answer: In the Tao, “ferrying people” means helping others reach a better understanding of spiritual truths. The Chinese characters are du ren. Continue reading To Ferry Others
Question: Derek, I have discovered the Tao and I feel it is the right path for me. However, my family members do not support my beliefs. In fact, they are totally against anything having to do with the Tao. They Continue reading My Path and My Loved Ones
Question: Derek, The Tao of Daily Life has an interesting cover that shows a bowl on a stand. What do they represent? Do they have a special meaning that is related to the Tao? Answer: Yes. The Tao is everywhere, Continue reading The Cover for The Tao of Daily Life
Question: Derek, Tao Te Ching chapter 1 speaks of “mystery of mysteries.” I would like to understand this concept better. What is the Chinese character for mystery? Can you talk about its etymology and meaning? Answer: The Chinese character is Continue reading The Mystery of the Tao
Question: Derek, what is the Tao perspective on women? Answer: Authentic teachings of the Tao emphasize the appropriate recognition and reverence for the sacred feminine. In the Tao Te Ching, the word “mother” appears seven times (in chapters 1, 20, Continue reading Women and the Tao
Question: Derek, I’ve been studying kung fu for the last three years. I bought your books based on my sifu’s recommendation. He says understanding the Tao can help me take my martial arts to the next level. I’ve been reading Continue reading Kung Fu and the Tao
