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Cybersecurity Quote by Alan Wilson Watts

“They found security in letting go rather than in holding on and, in so doing, developed an attitude toward life that might be called psychophysical judo. Nearly twenty-five centuries ago, the Chinese sages Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu had called it wu-wei, which is perhaps best translated as “action…” quote by Alan Wilson Watts
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““They found security in letting go rather than in holding on and, in so doing, developed an attitude toward life that might be called psychophysical judo. Nearly twenty-five centuries ago, the Chinese sages Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu had called it wu-wei, which is perhaps best translated as “action without forcing.” It is sailing in the stream of the Tao, or course of nature, and navigating the currents of li (organic pattern)—a word that originally signified the natural markings in jade or the grain in wood. As this attitude spread and prevailed in the wake of Vibration Training, people became more and more indulgent about eccentricity in life-style, tolerant of racial and religious differences, and adventurous in exploring unusual ways of loving.””

Alan Wilson Watts

About This Quote

Source Book: The Book: the Tao, Alan Watts, 1966

Embracing non‑attachment and natural flow leads to flexible, compassionate living.

In simple terms: Let go, go with the flow.

Key Takeaway

Adopt effortless action.

Themes

flexibility compassion non‑attachment

Mood

calm reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • conflict resolution
  • creative pursuits
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

wu‑wei psychophysical judo natural patterns

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice non‑forcing in daily tasks?
  • When does letting go become neglect?
A Different Perspective

May be misinterpreted as passivity, ignoring necessary effort.

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