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Daoism is an ancient Chinese philosophy and religion that emphasizes living in harmony with nature (the Dao) and achieving balance through simplicity and spontaneity. It promotes practices such as meditation, tai chi, and qigong to cultivate inner peace and align oneself with the natural flow of life.

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