The Tao of Calm: 81 Meditations for Everyday Living

Pamela K. Metz

Sep 2002 · Green Dragon Books

About this ebook

The Tao of Calm is a book for those seekers of peace in the activities of daily life: Harried parents, pressured office workers, teachers, students, and others who feel that there is never enough time for the desired calm to balance their busy lives. These 81 meditations are modeled after the writing of the Chinese philosopher, Lao Tzu, whose timeless teachings in the book, Tao Te Ching, have survived through the years. In The Tao of Calm, Dr. Pamela Metz stays true to the spirit and structure of the Tao Te Ching while creating a guide for the readers to find a path of calmness in their lives. The author recognizes that many of us live lives of pressure, anxiety and stress, with little time for centering and reflection. In this book, the poetic images of water, mountains, sky, and earth evoke places of inner and outer calm. The Tao of Calm is a book to complement other avenues of spiritual practice such as prayer, retreats, and meditation. It can be turned to again and again for support, renewal and inspiration.

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About the author

Pamela Metz lives in Denver, Colorado, where she served as Associate Professor Emeritus at the University of Denver, as well as the associate dean of academic and student affairs for the Graduate School of Social Work.  She holds degrees in education and social work from the Illinois State University, the University of Denver, and the University of Colorado.  A teacher of a vast array of subjects, her 30 year career spans university settings, public and private schools, and the innovative University Without Walls.  She has worked as an elementary teacher, hospice social worker, and educational administrator.  On all of these paths, the wisdom of the Tao has been her guide:  letting go, following natural cycles, and trusting the processes.