Tao Te Ching: The Book of The Way / Lao Tzu

RATINGS

Overall: 4 / 5 stars

Text Level: Easy

Entertainment: High

Self-Help: High

Genres: Nonfiction, Spirituality, Religion, Buddhism, Taoism Eastern Philosophy, Psychology, Philosophy, Self Help

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Is this book right for my inmate and me?

Those struggling from stress, fears and self-doubt can find peace within these pages. Written in a way that allows readers to get a positive life changing message in a few minutes of reading, this book can last those hoping to spiritually grow for a a lifetime. Each page allows readers to build mindfulness and self-reflection as they become closer to the spiritual world around them. Anyone feeling lost, or alone can find daily wisdoms to help them cope and grow.

Review By: Blackbird (Inmate)

Finding balance and mindfulness through meditative thought.

In our hectic and crazy lives, how can we find our way to betterment? A life filled with meditation and prayerful thoughts can lead many to the path of peace. This compilation of meditative reflections by Lao Tzu offers readers the opportunity for growth, peace and enlightenment so they might be better able to handle their current lives. Written over 2,000 years ago, the words of this philosopher author still ring true for all individuals living today.
Covering a variety of topics from compassion, judgements and conflict, the Tao beliefs shared in this book can offer readers true growth through meditative thoughts. Written in simple, easy-to-read short stanzas, the book is great to use as an every day reflective thought exercise routine builder. For those suffering with uncertainties and struggles in their lives, this can be a wonderful way to start each day with a mindful outlook towards positivity.
What does it mean to be truly courageous in dealing with life’s problems? In the wisdom shared within these pages, we see that many of the answer stem from moderation of our thoughts and actions. A life of caution and moderation is real courage while we face our daily demons.

Inmates living inside prison could find Tao Te Ching especially helpful because through the meditation philosophy, it asks the readers to free their minds from the fears that might be clouding their judgements. In jail, negative thought seem to always be present. Worries of the future can take hold and crush an individual’s hope. Having this book allow for inmates to break that negative thought spiral towards destruction by offering positive prayer mantras that bring the mind into a clear present. The mindfulness presented within these pages allow readers to relieve stress and anxiety while becoming closer to the spiritual force that connects us all as one.