EXPAND AND EXPLORE

When the ancient sages observed life out in nature, they found that life was constantly seeking ways to expand, to explore new territories. It did not matter if life manifested as plants, insects or animals, as long as something was alive, it would probe its surroundings and expand or explore beyond its previous boundaries.

The sages reasoned that in order to be fully, gloriously alive, we must emulate life in nature by expanding and exploring beyond our boundaries. Someone who remains static and stagnant, without a sense of curiosity or adventure, is already dead in the spirit even if the body continues to live in a biological sense.

For you, expansion and exploration refer not just to physical activities, but also to the mind. It is about being exposed to new ideas and new ways of thinking. It means learning knowledge and then distilling that knowledge into wisdom. Probe your surroundings and venture into places you have not been to before. This is how you fill your life…with the power of life.

The Tao Today

Do something today that will keep you on the path of being fully alive. You can learn something new by doing a little research. You can also give yourself a new experience by trying a new restaurant, taking a different way to work or talking to someone you have never spoken to before. Once you make this a habit, you will see opportunities to expand and explore everywhere.

The Tao of Joy Every Day

~ Derek Lin