Wondering what life is all about, but not looking for religious answers?
Discover The Way of Kinship, a Personal Philosophy for:
experiencing life to the fullest
having clarity of purpose
and facing adversity with resilience.
When we lack a guiding philosophy, life feels aimless, and we chase goals that leave us unfulfilled.
Is this you?
I prefer a scientific approach to life over unexamined traditions
I like to explore the big questions about life, meaning, and connection
I am concerned about the world we are passing on to future generations
I enjoy discussions with others from different perspectives
If so, welcome. You belong here.
Our Approach
The Way of Kinship combines Philosophical Naturalism — the view that everything emerges from the processes of nature — with the enduring insights of the Classical Chinese text, the Daodejing (Tao Te Ching). Wisdom is always a dialogue with the past. This conversation between Naturalism and the Daodejing helps us explore life’s big questions, nurture compassion, and discover the sacred woven into the fabric of the natural world.
What You’ll Find Here
Weekly Gatherings
Join our weekly Zoom and in‑person meetups where we explore life’s big questions, share reflections, and build community.
A Growing Library
Access our video archives, blog posts, and guided reflections—designed to help you live with more clarity, compassion, and purpose.
The Way of Kinship
Our upcoming book brings together Philosophical Naturalism and timeless Daoist wisdom from the Daodejing to help you walk a grounded, meaningful path.
You don’t have to choose between science and your spiritual path.
Weekly Meetings
You are invited to a fun, interactive journey to well-being at Kinship Cafe! Join Jim Jones as he hosts a lively discussion on the unique perspective of the Daodejing on the art of living. We meet online via Zoom each Friday from 7:00-8:00 a.m. PST and in person on Sundays from 9:00-10:00 a.m. PST in Fallbrook, CA.
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