Many years ago I was initiated into Daoism by a teacher who came from China. I've spent many years learning since then and would like to introduce anyone interested into my odd little life trying to practice this ancient wisdom tradition in a modern urban setting.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Name Change
I've changed the name of my blog to Diary of a Daoist Hermit. Primarily, this is because it was recently pointed out to me that I am more accurately described as a Hermit than a Recluse. The difference is that a Hermit exists outside of an ecclesiastic organization, but he still interacts with people. A Recluse, on the other hand, is someone who renounces any interaction with people and tends to live in the wilderness, isolated from all other people.
only last night I was trying to define who I have become... a hermit or a recluse... many points of both are correct... I have been a hermit for years but I think I am becoming a recluse now... every time I venture out I am so disappointed in what I observe... I usually have to go back and think of things I am grateful for in my own small life just to come back to an even keel...javascript:void(0)
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I enjoyed reading yur writings...
It's a good distinction to make. I see being a hermit as having more to do with an inner orientation, whereas "recluse" describes a more outward relationship (or lack thereof).
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