Cup of Tao

Cup of Tao

Cup of Tao - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times. This podcast incorporates Taoist philosophy, modern contextual psychology principles, and a bit of stoicism, which are presented as skills for living in today's uncertain times. A podcast for those who have an interest in philosophy, self-help, and mindfulness-based skills. Podcast by Chris L McClish, who has held many roles in life including a past lengthy career as a psychotherapist, as well as having served as an author, clinical supervisor, Judo sensei/coach, personal trainer, and currently is a unit supervisor in a criminal justice setting. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cupoftao/support

Episodes

March 30, 2024 7 mins

Cup of Tao Season 7 Episode 1 -  Things come and go Hosted by Chris L McClish In this episode: I am going to talk about how things enter and then they pass. Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC . Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me. Social Media:  I'm on X  @coachcmc. This podcast is also on X @cupoftao. Don't forget ...

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Cup of Tao Season 7 Episode 2 -  My way or the highway 

Hosted by Chris L McClish 

In this episode: I am going to revisit the topic of expectations.

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC . 

Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me. 

Social Media:  I'm on X  @coachcmc. This podcast is also on X @cupoftao. 

Don't forget to purchase my ...

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March 30, 2024 6 mins

Cup of Tao Season 7 Episode 3 -  Discontentment 

Hosted by Chris L McClish 

In this episode: I am going to revisit the topic of discontentment including touching on things like attachments and overidentifications with things. 

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC . 

Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me. 

Social Media:  I'm on X  ...

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March 30, 2024 6 mins

Cup of Tao Season 7 Episode 4 -  Humble yourself 

Hosted by Chris L McClish 

In this episode: I am going to talk more about humiltity. 

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC . 

Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me. 

Social Media:  I'm on X  @coachcmc. This podcast is also on X @cupoftao. 

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February 3, 2024 7 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode  11 -  Gripping too tightly

Hosted by Chris L McClish

In this episode: I address clinging on to things too tightly, to the extent that losing these things, skills, roles, income, etc. set us into despair if we lose them.

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC .

Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me.

Social Medi...

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January 20, 2024 6 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode  10 -  Best version of yourself

Hosted by Chris L McClish

In this episode: I am going to talk about virtue and integrity, in other words, being the best version of yourself.

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC .

Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me.

Social Media:  I'm on X  @coachcmc. This podcast is al...

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December 2, 2023 12 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode  9 -  Mindfulness revisited

Hosted by Chris L McClish

In this episode: I am going to revisit the topic of mindfulness.  I believe this to be a very important practice and component of change.

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC .

Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me.

Social Media:  I'm on X  @coachcmc. T...

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November 18, 2023 7 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode 8 -  Dealing with criticism

Hosted by Chris L McClish

In this episode: I talk about dealing with criticism.  Lao Tzu tells us to be yielding like water.  Yet resilient enough to handle what life throws at us.  Criticism is something that we can learn and grow from.  It is hard to take, yet it can be something we can learn from. 

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC .

Visit my new website: https://m...

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November 4, 2023 25 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode 7 -  The art of letting go

Hosted by Chris L McClish

In this episode: I am going to have a listener on, Spencer S.  He is excited to be on the show and we are going to talk about how he has put principles from Taoism and the podcast into his life, specifically learning to practice "letting go". 

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC .

Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website...

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October 21, 2023 7 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode 6 -  Toxic People

Hosted by Chris L McClish

In this episode: I am going to talk about people in our lives who are toxic.  They may or may not be "good people", but nevertheless, are toxic to our well-being.

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC .

Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me.

Social Media:  I...

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October 7, 2023 7 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode 5 -  Not Good Enough

Hosted by Chris L McClish

In this episode: I talk about something that all of us share (well, most of us anyway), and that is, the "not good enough" belief that often pops into our head.  We may find ourselves feeling like we don't measure up, fell short on life's accomplishments, feel like a phony, or get insecure at times.

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September 22, 2023 6 mins
Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode 4 -  Prepare for the worst? Some Stoicism Hosted by Chris L McClish In this episode: I talk about whether or not we should take a cue from the Stoics and "prepare for the worst"? Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC . Visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, you will find links to contact, contribute, and to learn more about me. Social Media:  I'm on X  @coachcmc. This podcast is al...
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September 9, 2023 6 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode 3 -  Appreciation
Hosted by Chris L McClish

In this episode: I talk about not taking things for granted.  To cherish, show appreciation, and to keep the people and things that you value close to your heart. 

Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC – visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website, there are links to contact me, support me and to learn more about me. Those on Spotify can sup...

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August 26, 2023 9 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode 2 -  Behavioral Traps

Hosted by Chris L McClish


In this episode: I talk about  getting stuck in the ACE agenda (avoidance, control, and escape) and get caught into patterns of behavior which create unwanted consequences in our lives.


Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC – and is on the web at https://cupoftao.com.   Also visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website are links t...

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August 4, 2023 7 mins

Cup of Tao Season 6 Episode 1 - Hope

Hosted by Chris L McClish


In this episode: I talk about  Hope and how this is an important ingredient in many of life's tough situations.


Cup of Tao is a production of CoachCMC LLC – and is on the web at https://cupoftao.com.   Also visit my new website: https://mcclish.me. On my website are links to contact me, support me and to learn more about me.


Social Media:  I'm...

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November 19, 2022 7 mins
In the final episode of this season: I talk about the theme of this podcast and my book - acceptance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cupoftao/support
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November 5, 2022 7 mins
In this episode: I talk about the subject of living - truly living your life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cupoftao/support
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October 15, 2022 6 mins
In this episode: I talk about the importance of having or developing and using a support system so that you don't deal with life on your own. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cupoftao/support
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October 1, 2022 6 mins
In this episode: I talk about reconnecting to nature. Take time to connect, admire and respect nature and the outdoors! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cupoftao/support
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September 3, 2022 5 mins
In this episode: I talk about making sure you reward yourself and have ways to enjoy life around you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cupoftao/support
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