
I also like Daoism and read the Tao Te Ching. Sometimes I even try to put the advice into practice, though not as often as I should. Actually, usually long after the fact, where I think “man I should have been more Wu Wei about that whole thing”.
There are many different English translations and I have only read a couple, but I like Red Pine’s one, so I’ve written those down.
Anyway, here are the chapters:
- » 1: The Mystery of the Tao
- » 2: The Paradox of Opposites
- » 3: Simplicity and Contentment
- » 4: The Limitless Depth of the Tao
- » 5: Embracing Impartiality
- » 6: The Eternal Spirit of Creation
- » 7: Selflessness and Longevity
- » 8: The Nature of True Goodness
- » 9: The Dangers of Excess
- » 10: Cultivating the Mind and Spirit
- » 11: The Utility of Emptiness
- » 12: Avoiding Distraction and Desire
- » 13: Fame, Humility, and Self-Worth
- » 14: The Elusive Tao
- » 15: The Qualities of the Wise
- » 16: Returning to the Source
- » 17: Leading with Subtlety
- » 18: The Decline of Simplicity
- » 19: The Freedom of Non-Attachment
- » 20: The Peace Beyond Knowledge
- » 21: The Subtlety of the Tao
- » 22: Yielding to Gain
- » 23: The Power of Harmony with Nature
- » 24: Resisting Pride and Excess
- » 25: The Mystical Origin of All Things
- » 26: The Importance of Stability
- » 27: The Art of Skillful Living
- » 28: The Power of Embracing Contradictions
- » 29: The Futility of Control
- » 30: The Wisdom of Non-Violence