We are ALWAYS Looking for Writers!
Calling Philosophers, Thinkers, & Spiritualists! You Must Email thetaoistonline@gmail.com with your Medium profile to apply. (Not a paid…
Calling Philosophers, Thinkers, & Spiritualists! You Must Email thetaoistonline@gmail.com with your Medium profile to apply. (Not a paid job)
The journey of 1,000 miles begins with a single step.
Who We Need
Do you consider yourself a fan of philosophy? Are you a thinker? Do you have a passion for any religion, belief system, or way of life? Or, have you experienced troubles, successes, or failures in your past that others may learn from?
We are looking for you!
The Taoist Online is a unique online publication that specializes in spirituality, religion, philosophy, and our journey through life. We share spiritual, philosophical, and belief system insights to help you navigate life’s challenges. Our personal stories aim to inspire, uplift, and bring you a sense of peace.
Our goal is to provide writers and readers a community where they can be who they naturally are and grow together!
What We Publish:
Personal life stories about the human experience
Spirituality (in any form or function, even if mixed with western religions)
Philosophy (Stoicism, Nihilism, Metaphysics, Ethics, etc)
Western religion (Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Mormanism, etc.)
Eastern religion (Taoism, Hinduism, Confusionism, etc)
Nature or the Environment
Mindfulness
Nature based lifestyles (Veganism, vegetarianism, etc)
Other topics are always welcome and accepted at the editor’s discretion, but must be at least somewhat related to the ideas and concepts above.

Why Write for Us?
Community — We encourage people of all faiths, backgrounds, and philosophies to share their true self through their writing. No one wants to be ridiculed for what they believe and the TTO community is accepting, open, and honest. We are here for you to share who you are and express whoever you want to be.
Join our Discord community! Chat and talk with the writers, editors, and readers!
2. Medium’s Boost Nomination Pilot. There are a limited number of submissions per month so if you want a chance for your article to be boosted, it needs to be TOP OF THE LINE, BEST IN CLASS. Here are examples of TTO articles that have received a boost from Medium.
Disability in the Wild:
Disabling My Understanding of Naturethetaoist.online
Can ChatGPT Accurately Teach Philosophy?
Part 2thetaoist.online
Find out more about Medium’s Boost Nomination Pilot below:
The Taoist Online Joins Medium’s Boosting Program
Medium’s Philosophical Eye Has Openedthetaoist.online
Rules for Publication (Google doc version here)
Articles must have a picture close to the top.
All images/pictures must be labeled with their source (see the example below).
One submission at a time. Please wait until your article is accepted/rejected before submitting another article.
Capitalize your titles correctly. (You can use capitalizemytitle.com)
Submissions must be in DRAFT (see directions above)
No AI-generated content. We scan all submissions.
Make sure your article is checked for grammar/spelling.
How to Become an Author (Email Only)
Email the following information to thetaoistonline@gmail.com.
Your first and last name
Your Medium Profile URL. For example, here is mine: https://medium.com/@thetaoistonline
A link to a story you that you will want published or you think is a great example of the kind of article you will submit.
We can’t wait to see what you’ll submit to us!