Have you ever wondered why quotes from Taoism are commonly found in popular media, movies, and TV series? Even political figures and diplomats draw wisdom from Taoist philosophies to navigate the complexities of global relations.
One notable example is when former U.S. President Ronald Reagan quoted the Tao Te Ching in his State of the Union address. \"This is the address the U.S. President gives every year, and he said that to govern a great country is like to cook a small fish,\" explained Misha Tadd, associate professor at Nankai University's College of Philosophy. \"Again, strange, like a bit paradoxical language.\"
Another instance occurred when former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon presented President Obama with the Taoist concept \"Shang Shan Ruo Shui,\" symbolizing that the highest good is like water—benefiting all without competing.
Join Misha Tadd, also the director of Nankai University's Global Laozhgetics Research Center, as he shares memorable Taoist quotes and their profound meanings. Discover how these principles can be applied to various aspects of life, including diplomacy, promoting harmony and understanding in our complex world.
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