This morning, I received the Daily Dharma from The Tricycle Community in my inbox. It read: Some people have the idea that practicing Zen or any religion is becoming God or Buddha, or even “becoming a good person.” But if you are grasping to become “enlightened,” it’s like putting icing over a mold of cow … Continue reading Waiting it out
"Hey, Mom," said my teenage son, holding his phone as he crossed the kitchen floor with a sly grin on his face. "Do you know the concept of wu wei?" "You mean the practice of do nothing and accomplish everything?" I replied. He looked disappointed. He thought he had me. "Know your audience," I said. … Continue reading How to accomplish everything
While you are here, in this earthly existence working out your karma... are you meant to spend your time diving into life on Earth: smell the flowers, taste the foods and enjoy the people around you? Or is it best to invest your time in practice, working toward enlightenment? Maybe you become enlightened through … Continue reading Today’s Contemplation
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