The Dao of Lifelong Learning

In the pursuit of knowledge, everyday something is added. In the pursuit of wisdom, everyday something is dropped.

Laozi

Course

The Way of Awakening: Life Wisdom from the Dao De Jing

Course Overview

Total Sessions: 9 modules Preview

Format: Online course (live + recorded sessions)

Start Date: September 2025

Instructor: Lin Shumai

Language: English/Mandarin Chinese

Enrollment Deadline: August 20, 2025

This course bridges ancient Daoist philosophy with modern living through 81 thematic chapters. Designed for seekers, leaders, and educators, it integrates guided meditations, reflective writing, and mindful dialogues to explore core concepts like wuwei (non-action), harmony, and simplicity. Each lesson pairs classic text analysis with practical exercises—body awareness, nature observation, and "less-is-more" challenges—to cultivate inner clarity, resilience, and ethical leadership. Discover how timeless wisdom illuminates contemporary issues in relationships, sustainability, and personal growth, while fostering a life aligned with nature’s flow.

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Guided Meditation

Experience a transformative approach to mindfulness meditation led by Shumai. The practices uniquely blend contemporary mindfulness techniques with ancient Daoist meditative wisdom, fostering profound self-awareness and harmonious alignment with the natural flow of life.