Listen to these three stories from ancient China that exemplify the Way of the Tao, also known as the way of the path. They will help you cultivate inner tranquillity in troubled times. 1) The Useless Tree 2) The Happy Fish 3) The Flowing River (and Wu Wei) These stories come from Zhuang Zhou the Taoist philosopher known for his witty, often paradoxical stories that challenge the way we see the world. He lived in the 4th century BCE, in ancient China, during a time of constant warfare and political chaos. Instead of trying to control the madness around him, he found peace by letting go. Along with the Tao te Ching his stories are some of the key texts of the Chinese philosophy of Taoism. It’s a philosophy that remains as relevant as ever in today’s turbulent world. Go with the flow of the world to find inner peace, happiness, and success. Relaxivity: Relaxing and informative.

Stand in front of a mirror and look beyond the shiny surface. Can you see not just your face, but your soul? And while you stand there Consider this: Perhaps your circumstances, your joys and your troubles, your obstacles and your triumphs, your friends and your enemies, are a reflection of your soul. To change your outer reality, you must first change your inner self. Listen on for some reflective tales from Japan that may change your life forever. Though these stories learn how the "mirror principle" is deeply rooted in Japanese Shinto Belief. The Sun Goddess Amaterasu’s return, The transformative journey of a bride’s Marriage Mirror, and the Rainbow Mirror that proved a princess’s innocence. I Immerse yourself in these timeless tales, beautifully narrated in relaxing, absorbing audio, and gain a deeper understanding of how inner reflection shapes our reality.

Around 630 BC, Sapho loved and sung on the island of Lesbos - from which we get the word for female to female love.

Legend holds that she ended her life over love of a ... man... can this tale be true?

We look into the story behind the story.

Sappho was the lyrical genius whose verses were meant to be sung, not just read. Known as the "Tenth Muse" and "The Poetess," she was celebrated far and wide for her powerful, emotional poetry. Though most of her work has been lost to time, the fragments that remain still echo her brilliance. Her only surviving complete poem, the "Ode to Aphrodite," gives us a glimpse of her unmatched talent. While mystery shrouds much of her life, Sappho's legacy as one of history's greatest poets is undeniable

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