This fresh interpretation of the Taoist strategy classic de-emphasizes conflict. The author has studied with Tibetan, Chinese, and Indian spiritual teachers and written over 40 books. Using Chinese pictograms, insights from the Tao, and lessons from the martial arts, he outlines the way of the "peaceful warrior." This person is animated by five qualities: love, conscience, silence, vigilance, and power.

Living a life of balance takes a great amount of practice. Dunn emphasizes seeing all things as equal, not being results-oriented, living calmly with chaos, and expecting the best of yourself and others. The author spices up the proceedings with illustrative material from Buddhism, Zen masters, Hinduism, Sufism, J. Krishnamurti, and G. Gurdjieff.