There is a story about a Chinese monk who was reputed to be very wise. One day, he was carrying a heavy sack when he was stopped by a novice seeker, eager to learn his secrets. "What did enlightenment mean to you?" asked the novice. The older monk put down the sack he was carrying, and smiled. "And how did you put it into practice?" asked the novice. The older monk picked up the sack and went on his away.
This is not a story from Taoism - Taoism does not have the concept of 'enlightenment - but the lesson is clear, I think?