Daoism is both a philosophy, and a religion, based upon the teachings of Laozi, who lived from 606 to 503 BCE. The goal of life is to become one with the Dao, or The Way, or The Path. The Dao is an unseen force found in everything, and it is connected to nature. Humans should see themselves as part of nature, and realize that change is a part of everything. Humans should live simply, in peace with nature. Nothing in nature strives for wealth or fame or knowledge or power. The river, the plants, the wind, the clouds, all move without effort, because they follow the Dao, which is the way of nature, that guides all things. In a strong wind a tree will topple over, because it tries to stand up against the wind. However, the grasses will bend with the wind, and after the storm is over, will be able to stand tall again. Daoists are against strong government with many rules, but believe you should live a balanced life with nature. The best government is the one that governs the least. The balancing forces are yin and yang. Yin is female, earth, dark, and cold. Yang is male, sky, light, heat.
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