In the early verses, I thought of him as a great
educator offering all of us advice on how to apply his wisdo m from an
ancient Chinese  perspective to our modern world. As time passed  and I
became more engrossed in his teachings, I began to feel that Lao-tzu was
speaking directly to me . . . and then through me to you, and even to coming
generations. It felt at times as if Lao-tzu was intently saying that we had to
get these important messages or perish as a civilized society . As this book
unfolded, there were times that I could even feel his presence. When I concluded writing this manuscript, I had an unavoidable and
painful opportun ity to experience the dragonlike qualities that impressed
Confucius. Through the Tao Te Ching, Lao-tzu gave me insight into the
Way to confront the winds and clouds of time and space, along with what
initially seemed to me to be an insurmountable crisis. As I reread the final edit of Change Your Thoughts—Change Your Life, I
was presented with perhaps the greatest personal challenge of my life. I felt
the deep internal hurt that often drives human beings into conflicts. I felt the
anger that allows people to think of themselves as victims and ultimately
leads to the extremes of war that are addressed so frequently throughout the
Tao Te Ching. My thoughts struggled with how Lao-tzu could speak of
never having enemies—surely it would be impossible for anyone to stay
serene and feel connected to their Source of love and well-being in the faceof what I was going through. What good fortune could be hidden in this
misfortune that seemed to emer ge out of nowhere for no justifiable reason? Was I now to be the designated teacher for “bad men”? On and on went the
questions within me as I read each verse. Then it began to feel as if Lao-tzu’ s dragonlike character appeared,
burning my face as I read. It was almost as if he spoke these words directly
to me:
So you think you’ve mastered the Great Way because you’ve
spent a year reading and interpreting these 81 verses. Here’ s an
opportunity to explore your mastery of the Tao. Here’ s something
unexpected that’s capable of turning you upside down and inside
out spiritually , physically , intellectually , and emotionally . Apply all
that I’ve taught you: Stay peace ful; trust your nature; know that it
is all perfect; and most of all, do nothing. Live the hidden virtue of
the T ao. If you feel dragged into a war, refuse to have any enemies. Don’ t have any violence in your mind—no revenge and absolutely
no judgment. Do this while staying centered in the all-loving, all-
knowing perfection of the Tao in the face of what you think of as
insurmountable. Then you will be able to call yourself a man of the
Tao. I began to feel that Lao-tzu was warming me with his dragon fire, as each
verse was exactly what I needed  each time I reread it. What at first seemed
so hope less and devastating became my ultimate calling: to live joyously
and with deep gratitude for all that the Epilogue Tao brings me. As you
close this book, it is my wish that you, too, will be able to apply this great
wisdom of the Tao so that you can, even in the most difficult of times,
change your thoughts and enjoy changing your life as well. I may not be a
Tao master , but I am a man of the Tao. However these words of the Tao Te
Ching came to be written and to endure for over 25 centuries, I’m honored
to have been called to help clarify them for you. I am at peace. Thank you, Lao-tzu. OceanofPDF .comA c k n o w l e d g m e n t s
I thank the translators and authors of
the following ten books:
 
The Essential T ao: An Initiation into the Heart of T aoism through the
Authentic T ao Te Ching and the Inner T eachings of Chuang Tzu, translated
and presented by Thomas Cleary
 
The Illustrated T ao Te Ching:
A New T ranslation with Commentary , by Stephen Hodge
 
Tao Te Ching, by Lao T su;
translated by Gia-Fu Feng and Jane English
 
Tao Te Ching: The Definitive Edition,
by Lao Tzu; translation and commentary by Jonathan Star
 
Tao Te Ching: A New English V ersion, by Stephen Mitchell
 
Tao-Te-Ching: A New T ranslation,
by Lao-Tzu; translated by Derek Bryce and Léon W ieger
 
Tao Te Ching: A New T ranslation,
by Lao Tzu; translated by Sam Hamill
 
Tao The Ching, by Lao Tzu; translated by John C. H. W u 
A Warrior Blends with Life: A Modern T ao, by Michael LaT orra
 
The W ay of Life Accor ding to Lao Tzu, translated by W itter Bynner
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        In the early verses, I thought of him as a great
educator offering all of us advice on how to apply his wisdo m from an
ancient Chinese  perspective to our modern world. As time passed  and I
became more engrossed in his teachings, I began to feel that Lao-tzu was
speaking directly to me. and then through me to you, and even to coming
generations. It felt at times as if Lao-tzu was intently saying that we had to
get these important messages or perish as a civilized society. As this book
unfolded, there were times that I could even feel his presence. When I concluded writing this manuscript, I had an unavoidable and
painful opportun ity to experience the dragonlike qualities that impressed
Confucius. Through the Tao Te Ching, Lao-tzu gave me insight into the
Way to confront the winds and clouds of time and space, along with what
initially seemed to me to be an insurmountable crisis. As I reread the final edit of Change Your Thoughts—Change Your Life, I
was presented with perhaps the greatest personal challenge of my life. I felt
the deep internal hurt that often drives human beings into conflicts. I felt the
anger that allows people to think of themselves as victims and ultimately
leads to the extremes of war that are addressed so frequently throughout the
Tao Te Ching. My thoughts struggled with how Lao-tzu could speak of
never having enemies—surely it would be impossible for anyone to stay
serene and feel connected to their Source of love and well-being in the faceof what I was going through. What good fortune could be hidden in this
misfortune that seemed to emer ge out of nowhere for no justifiable reason. Was I now to be the designated teacher for “bad men”. On and on went the
questions within me as I read each verse. Then it began to feel as if Lao-tzu’ s dragonlike character appeared,
burning my face as I read. It was almost as if he spoke these words directly
to me:
So you think you’ve mastered the Great Way because you’ve
spent a year reading and interpreting these 81 verses. Here’ s an
opportunity to explore your mastery of the Tao. Here’ s something
unexpected that’s capable of turning you upside down and inside
out spiritually, physically, intellectually, and emotionally. Apply all
that I’ve taught you: Stay peace ful; trust your nature; know that it
is all perfect; and most of all, do nothing. Live the hidden virtue of
the T ao. If you feel dragged into a war, refuse to have any enemies. Don’ t have any violence in your mind—no revenge and absolutely
no judgment. Do this while staying centered in the all-loving, all-
knowing perfection of the Tao in the face of what you think of as
insurmountable. Then you will be able to call yourself a man of the
Tao. I began to feel that Lao-tzu was warming me with his dragon fire, as each
verse was exactly what I needed  each time I reread it. What at first seemed
so hope less and devastating became my ultimate calling: to live joyously
and with deep gratitude for all that the Epilogue Tao brings me. As you
close this book, it is my wish that you, too, will be able to apply this great
wisdom of the Tao so that you can, even in the most difficult of times,
change your thoughts and enjoy changing your life as well. I may not be a
Tao master, but I am a man of the Tao. However these words of the Tao Te
Ching came to be written and to endure for over 25 centuries, I’m honored
to have been called to help clarify them for you. I am at peace. Thank you, Lao-tzu. OceanofPDF. comA c k n o w l e d g m e n t s
I thank the translators and authors of
the following ten books:
 
The Essential T ao: An Initiation into the Heart of T aoism through the
Authentic T ao Te Ching and the Inner T eachings of Chuang Tzu, translated
and presented by Thomas Cleary
 
The Illustrated T ao Te Ching:
A New T ranslation with Commentary, by Stephen Hodge
 
Tao Te Ching, by Lao T su;
translated by Gia-Fu Feng and Jane English
 
Tao Te Ching: The Definitive Edition,
by Lao Tzu; translation and commentary by Jonathan Star
 
Tao Te Ching: A New English V ersion, by Stephen Mitchell
 
Tao-Te-Ching: A New T ranslation,
by Lao-Tzu; translated by Derek Bryce and Léon W ieger
 
Tao Te Ching: A New T ranslation,
by Lao Tzu; translated by Sam Hamill
 
Tao The Ching, by Lao Tzu; translated by John C. H. W u 
A Warrior Blends with Life: A Modern T ao, by Michael LaT orra
 
The W ay of Life Accor ding to Lao Tzu, translated by W itter Bynner
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Who is the author of the book being discussed?
He initially viewed Lao-tzu as a great educator who offered advice on applying ancient Chinese wisdom to modern life.
What is the author's initial perception of Lao-tzu's teachings?
He is filled with deep internal hurt and anger.
What is the author's emotional state when he concludes writing the manuscript?
He wishes for the reader to apply the wisdom of the Tao Te Ching and change their life for the better.
What is the author's ultimate goal for the reader?
He believes that Lao-tzu's words are timeless and relevant to the reader's life, as evidenced by the author's own personal experience.
What is the author's claim about the relevance of Lao-tzu's teachings?
The author has a deep connection with Lao-tzu's teachings and has been guided by them, feeling as if Lao-tzu is speaking directly to him.
What is the author's relationship with Lao-tzu's teachings?