by Rick Ruppenthal

Embracing Wu wei: A Guide to Effortless Living in the New Year (Wrap-Up)

An exploration in Effortless Doing Read More

by Rick Ruppenthal

Embracing Wu wei: A Guide to Effortless Living in the New Year (part 3)

Yesterday, my wife and I were listening to a radio commentator asking his audience if they took the Christmas Tree down before or after the new year. We had for many years taken it down before the new year. At times, it was a scramble to do so, depending on how busy we were with… Read More

by Rick Ruppenthal

Embracing Wu wei: A Guide to Effortless Living in the New Year (part 2)

As we enter a new year, many set ambitious goals and resolutions, striving for success and fulfillment. But what if there was a different approach to achieving our desires, emphasizing ease and natural flow rather than relentless effort? Enter Wu wei, an ancient Taoist concept that offers a refreshing perspective on living effortlessly in harmony… Read More

by Rick Ruppenthal

UNDERSTANDING: It’s crucial

I love puzzles. Every year the family completes one or two. Not a huge accomplishment nor a record-breaking feat, but entertaining. I found myself pondering the relationship between understanding and putting a jigsaw puzzle together. Each piece of the puzzle represents a small part of a bigger picture, and as you carefully examine and fit… Read More