When we offer silent support and goodwill for all beings—even strangers—we break down the barriers of isolation and nurture a deeper sense of empathy within ourselves. This uplifting reflection invites us to…
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The difference between pain and suffering
“There is a Buddhist teaching that says that when you get hurt, say, by an arrow, that is pain. The arrow hitting your arm, it hurts. Pain. However, there is a second…
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Buddha with a black nose
Rigid possessiveness and narrow attachment can tarnish even the most sacred intentions. When devotion becomes selfish or exclusionary, it obscures the very beauty and truth it seeks to honour. Reflect on how…
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The first principle
Mastery and creative brilliance emerge not through forced effort, but when the self-critical mind finally falls silent. When we release the burden of external evaluation, our inherent wisdom flows freely and without…
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The crystal cup
When we recognise that everything we cherish is subject to change, gratitude deepens and sudden loss loses its power to disrupt our peace. Embracing impermanence frees us to treasure the present moment…
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Be the boss
Much of modern existence is spent rushing forward, driven by unconscious habits rather than clear, intentional purpose. Reclaiming conscious awareness allows us to gather the reins and steer our lives with clarity…
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False harmony
The monk Chu Lai was beaten by a professor who did not believe anything he said. However, the professor’s wife was a follower of Chu Lai, and demanded that her husband had…
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The tunnel
Zenkai, the son of a samurai, journeyed to Edo and there became the retainer of a high official. He fell in love with the official’s wife and was discovered. In self-defence, he…
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The pointer
The Zen teacher’s dog loved his evening romp with his master. The dog would bound ahead to fetch a stick, then run back, wag his tail, and wait for the next game.…
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Paradise
Two men wander the desert, hopelessly lost. Tired and thirsty, they ascend a large sand dune – only to discover a giant stone wall. On the other side of the wall, they…
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Harmony
There is the story of a young martial arts student who was under the tutelage of a famous master. One day, the master was watching a practice session in the courtyard. He…
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The moon cannot be stolen
Ryokan, a Zen master, lived the simplest kind of life in a little hut at the foot of a mountain. One evening, a thief visited the hut only to discover there was…