Jason Gregory
Jason Gregory is an author, philosopher, and spiritual teacher specializing in Eastern and Western philosophy, comparative religion, psychology, cognitive science, metaphysics, and ancient cultures. He is the author of Effortless Living, Fasting the Mind, Enlightenment Now, and The Science and Practice of Humility. For many years he has lived in Asia studying the spiritual traditions and meditative practices of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism, visiting some of the most remote places in the world.
The primary focus of his work is Eastern spirituality and culture, for which he is an expert. For over a decade he has been teaching the philosophy of the East and their meditative practices, expounding the benefits of their importance in the modern world and, as a result, how they will transform our lives to live more optimally and peacefully.
Visit his website jasongregory.org
Jason Gregory
I'm excited to announce that we will be hosting two tours to both Ladakh and Thailand. First in August, the Footsteps of the Mahasiddhas Ladakh Tour will take place. I am very excited about this tour, as it will be the first time I will be hosting people to this other worldly region of the Himalayas in India. Then, in January 2026, I will be hosting the Footsteps of the Arhats Thailand Tour and that will be the first time we will be hosting a group in Thailand. We have an amazing special offer for both tours where you will save $800 USD.
Below are the links for you to explore where we will go on a pilgrimage together and please don't hesitate to secure your spot on our journey together:
Ladakh Tour: jasongregory.org/footsteps-of-the-mahasiddhas-lada…
Thailand Tour: jasongregory.org/footsteps-of-the-arhats-thailand-…
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In this BRAND NEW podcast, we will explain the nature of depression through the lens of spirituality. Depression is often analyzed according to psychiatry so that an individual maintains their position in an achievement-based society. But the Eastern spiritual traditions challenge the very nature of an individualistic "yes we can" positive culture for the sheer fact that that indoctrination needs to be overcome to begin the process of ending depression. Click the following link to watch the full podcast: www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-podcast-126408282?ut…
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In this BRAND NEW podcast, we will explain the differences between the esoteric and exoteric spiritual paths, including the benefits and pitfalls of following one over the other, as we discuss with the fake American Buddhist teachers who are really moral hypocrites that have a biased political leaning, and so they don't reflect the true teachings of the Buddha. To watch the podcast in full, join the Shanti Sangha and become a Patreon member. Click the following link to watch in full: www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-podcast-125346399?ut…
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One of the greatest blessings of guiding people to the most sacred places in the world is the incredible individuals you meet along the way. Allow me to introduce Chris, an exceptional young man who has entrusted both Gayoung and me for a record three consecutive tours: South India, North India, and Nepal. We've become great friends with Chris, and he reminds me of myself in my twenties. It is truly inspiring to see young people like him eager to learn the great knowledge and to live by its principles. This enthusiasm makes all the hard work I have put in over the decades worth it. Chris also has a wonderful YouTube channel where he dissects ancient Eastern wisdom in an articulate and thoughtfully wise manner. Some of his videos include a series on the Thirukkural of Thiruvalluvar, which is worth watching. So, please head on over to his channel and subscribe. Click the following link: youtube.com/@ChristopherTA1997
Never forget that this life is truly a blessing, and, for myself, it is a privilege to meet so many amazing people on the tours we hold. I know a lot of people have been asking about future tours and I will be announcing the next tours in mid-April, so keep an eye out for that announcement. Please leave a comment and suggest where you would like to visit out of the following options: Ladakh, South India, North India, Nepal, or Northern Thailand. Your input is greatly appreciated.
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In this BRAND NEW podcast, we will speak about living without purpose on the spiritual path, having emotional resilience, and the problems spiritual aspirants confront when they succumb to radical ideologies. Click the following link to watch in full: www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-podcast-124331563?ut…
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In the age of information saturation, Taoism, like much else, has fallen victim to misunderstanding, misinterpretation, and misinformation. Its nature is essentially mysterious, so if one has not studied Taoist philosophy extensively, a warped view of the tradition eventuates that, unfortunately, influences other people not schooled in Taoism. It is a constant cycle of misinformation, which has been ramped up since the advent and increased popularity of social media platforms such as YouTube.
These platforms perpetuate misinformation about Taoism, especially that based on incorrect translations of the Tao Te Ching and Chuang-tzu texts. Unfortunately, a lot of these incorrect translations are the most popular versions of these texts—particularly of the Tao Te Ching. These versions have been stripped of their original meaning to make sense to a predominantly Western audience with certain cultural sensibilities. They are easier to follow and poetic for Western minds. Many people enjoy reading them because they relate to us in the here and now. Even I enjoy reading them occasionally. But at the end of the day, they are not correct and distort the original meaning and intent of the Taoist texts.
The most accurate translations are vague and mysterious to the untrained mind. They require deeper contemplation and understanding. They require us to understand the real nuanced meaning of each line from what was truly written in Chinese. Each chapter and rereading elicit a new layer of understanding. We cannot honestly come to a conclusion on those texts after one reading. A deeper inquiry is needed. One that cannot happen in short spurts like five-to-ten-minute YouTube videos based on unclear translations. If you are serious about Taoism, then it is imperative to understand its genuine essence and what it truly is.
Pre-order my new book now: amzn.to/4aD3X6B
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There are only five more days to secure your spot on The Advanced Teachings of Taoism Course. If you are interested, please hit the link below to learn more, and I look forward to seeing you there. If you are unaware of this course and don't know when it is on or how long it will go last, then let me explain. The Advanced Teachings of Taoism Course will be every Saturday from March 8 to April 12. The course consists of six classes and twelve modules. The Advanced Teachings of Taoism Course is a comprehensive exploration and restoration of Taoism. Rooted in the philosophy of nature, Taoism is demystified in this course, revealing the genuine essence of living in harmony with the natural way, the Tao.
To know more about The Advanced Teachings of Taoism Course and to secure your spot, click the following link: jasongregory.org/the-advanced-teachings-of-taoism-…
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I will be dropping a massive 2-hour-plus documentary on Mahashivratri this Wednesday. It will be released at 6pm Bangkok time. Don't miss it. Also, I just finished 'The Teachings of Oneness in the Bhagavad Gita Course' with an amazing group of people. There is nothing quite like connecting with dedicated spiritual aspirants who are humble and sincere about the great teachings. Connecting with people on these courses truly fills my heart, and I also learn a lot from the participants. I'm already looking forward to 'The Advanced Teachings of Taoism Course' in a few weeks. Sign up at the following link if you are interested: jasongregory.org/the-advanced-teachings-of-taoism-… Just in case you forgot, people are just the best, and it is a privilege to connect with those who know that deep down we are one with the Ultimate. Shanti! Shanti! Shanti!
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You asked for it; now it's here. I'm excited to announce that The Advanced Teachings of Taoism Course will be held in a time-friendly zone for my audience in Oceania, Asia, Africa, and Europe. Classes will be every Saturday from March 8 to April 12 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM Bangkok time (ICT Time Zone). The course consists of six classes and twelve modules. The Advanced Teachings of Taoism Course is a comprehensive exploration and restoration of Taoism. Rooted in the philosophy of nature, Taoism is demystified in this course, revealing the genuine essence of living in harmony with the natural way, the Tao.
To know more about The Advanced Teachings of Taoism Course and to secure your spot, click the following link: jasongregory.org/the-advanced-teachings-of-taoism-…
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BOOM! I'm excited to announce that I have a new book coming out September 30 called 'The Tradition of Natural Taoism: The Way of Free and Easy Wandering in Oneness.' This book has been a long time coming and is finally upon us. As you all know, it is very important for every author to get as many pre-orders as possible before the publication date. Pre-orders ensure that the message of my book will reach as many readers as it needs to in the world. To pre-order, please hit this link: amzn.to/4aD3X6B Some peers have said that this is the most important book on Taoism written for quite some time and that it is truly unique. I will let you all be the judge. Below is the synopsis for the book and also the praise it has received thus far. Let's make 2025 the year Taoism was reclaimed from modernity so that its true natural tradition can be revived.
SYNOPSIS
• Draws on source texts of the Tao Te Ching and the Chuang-tzu for ways to achieve skills effortlessly through unity with the Tao
• Explains how Taoism is a spiritual technology for deprogramming ourselves from socialization and dissolving the ego
• Explores concepts of wu-wei (nonaction) and xiaoyao you (free and easy wandering in oneness) in order to realize our unfiltered true nature
The author provides a comprehensive exploration and restoration of Taoism’s original teaching, giving readers a fresh take on this ancient philosophy of oneness.
By returning to the source texts of the Tao Te Ching and the Chuang-tzu, Jason shows how to gain skills effortlessly through alignment with the Tao and overcome the limitations of reason. Since Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu, Taoists have navigated a world detached from the Tao. This detachment continues to expand due to external forces and materialism. Taoism is a means to break free from imposed socialization, liberating us from the suffering inherent in a society built upon ideologies and materialism. In contrast to Confucianism, which offers social morality, Taoism is a spiritual technology for deprogramming ourselves from socialization and reactions of the ego. Jason shows that such programming can impede the spontaneous flow that is central to this path. Like other non-dual systems, Taoism seeks to dissolve identity so the undifferentiated nature of the Tao can make full use of the liberated being. We reconnect with the Tao by dissolving the binaries of reason and achieving xiaoyao you, “free and easy wandering in oneness,” which is the final teaching on the Taoist path. This book shows the way to become what Taoists call a Zhenren—an authentic person or enlightened sage.
The Tradition of Natural Taoism offers wisdom to liberate us from the suffering inherent in a materialistic culture and reconnect us with our unfiltered true nature.
PRAISE
"In this profound work, Philosopher Jason Gregory warns us about the mass trivialization of Taoism. He uses his sharp discernment and his deep understanding of various Non-dual Schools to help the modern reader understand the unspoken pitfalls that accompany this Ancient Way. This book will give deep clarity to those who are called to flow effortlessly in the primordial river of Tao but find themselves perpetually obstructed by their deeply rooted habits of self-preservation. The time-honoured virtues of humility, simplicity, and non-striving are elucidated brilliantly by the author which offers the modern mind (otherwise hypnotized by vain ambitions), a possibility of venturing on the path of non-becoming. In our increasingly social world, the naked simplicity of The Way is not easy to follow, and "The Tradition of Natural Taoism" is the much-needed guide that bridges this gap of understanding and allows the reader to embrace the natural naturalness that is Tao."
Swami Atmananda Udasin, Advaita teacher and Head monk of Ajatananda Ashram, Rishikesh (India)
"This book is a wonderful summation of Taoist philosophy. Author Jason Gregory presents this cosmology clearly, concisely, and with great depth of understanding. If you want to gain a fuller understanding of commonly used terms such as the void, yin and yang, and nonduality, this book is for you."
Susan Campbell, Ph.D., author of Getting Real and From Triggered to Tranquil
"This book provides the reader with a different perspective and understanding of the Tao (Dao) and Taoist texts. If you are interested in Tao, it is a profound reference book for your study."
Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, author of The Root of Chinese Qigong and The Dao De Jing: A Qigong Interpretation
"This is an interestingly complex yet ultra-simple book. It calls upon you to use your left brain for meaning and structure and your right brain, heart, and body to recognize the simple truths you see all around you in nature—and align with them for greater harmony—without great will power or effort. It is certainly time we made life less confusing and distracting, and to settle into the calm center that we can recognize as Self, Truth, and Compassion. Jason has written many clarifying and inspiring books and this one is a real wakeup call!"
Penney Peirce, author of Transparency, Leap of Perception, and Frequency
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