That Was Zen, This Is Tao

* This edition of the ebook (2022) includes more than 200 color illustrations that highlight the book's key concepts From the author of the popular "Zen and the Art of Happiness"—an invaluable guide to the most important journey of your life. The ancient sages spoke of "Tao" not only as the spiritual essence of All-That-Is but as the path of living in harmony with the universe, the "way" that leads to enlightenment. Although we may not yet know it, we are all on this path. Your life is the path. In his new book, Chris Prentiss, acclaimed author of "Zen and the Art of Happiness," gently yet powerfully guides us through the profound truths and possibilities at the heart of the greatest journey of our lives. His bold and reassuring insights will open you as never before to the realities in which we truly live, keep you focused on what's most important, and empower you to navigate your challenges and opportunities fully aware, alive, and engaged. You'll learn what "enlightenment" really means, your purpose for being here, and the real factors that shape your destiny moment by moment. You'll discover why painful and seemingly unfortunate events happen to us all, what actually keeps us from being happy and fulfilled, and how to avoid the pitfalls to spiritual progress. Finally, you'll explore how to create an ever-deepening connection with Tao to get the clarity and guidance you need in your life every day. No matter what tradition you may follow, this precious and illumining work will strengthen and inspire you to walk your unique life path with more joy, purpose, and peace.

* This edition of the ebook (2022) includes more than 200 color illustrations that highlight the book's key concepts From the author of the popular "Zen and the Art of Happiness"—an invaluable guide to the most important journey of your life. The ancient sages spoke of "Tao" not only as the spiritual essence of All-That-Is but as the path of living in harmony with the universe, the "way" that leads to enlightenment. Although we may not yet know it, we are all on this path. Your life is the path. In his new book, Chris Prentiss, acclaimed author of "Zen and the Art of Happiness," gently yet powerfully guides us through the profound truths and possibilities at the heart of the greatest journey of our lives. His bold and reassuring insights will open you as never before to the realities in which we truly live, keep you focused on what's most important, and empower you to navigate your challenges and opportunities fully aware, alive, and engaged. You'll learn what "enlightenment" really means, your purpose for being here, and the real factors that shape your destiny moment by moment. You'll discover why painful and seemingly unfortunate events happen to us all, what actually keeps us from being happy and fulfilled, and how to avoid the pitfalls to spiritual progress. Finally, you'll explore how to create an ever-deepening connection with Tao to get the clarity and guidance you need in your life every day. No matter what tradition you may follow, this precious and illumining work will strengthen and inspire you to walk your unique life path with more joy, purpose, and peace.

Chris Prentiss is the author of several popular books on personal growth, including "Zen and the Art of Happiness"; "Be Who You Want, Have What You Want"; "The Alcoholism and Addiction Cure"; "The Little Book of Secrets"; and "The Laws of Love." He has also written a series of books on the wisdom of the I Ching under his pen name, Wu Wei, including his popular edition of the I Ching, entitled "The I Ching: The Book of Answers." Chris Prentiss is the cofounder along with his son Pax of the world-renowned Passages Addiction Cure Centers, the first non-twelve-step centers for overcoming addiction and alcoholism. He also wrote, produced, and directed the feature film "Goin' Home," soon to be released.