Zen is deceptively simple – beneath each supposed paradox is a simple truth waiting to be discovered. We don’t have to look; we simply have to see what’s already there. Here are 26 (A – Z) simple explanations of some common Zen principles to help you understand and practice this philosophy of balance and emptiness in everyday life.
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While different spiritual texts offer specific instructions on letting go, the desire to be free from painful thoughts doesn’t belong to any specific tradition. Here, we offer relatable thoughts for letting go.
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A routine is something we do passively and indifferently, while the ritual is empowering because we actively engage with it. Engaging in rituals encourages mindfulness, increases enjoyment, decreases anxiety, build trust and helps us live with intention.
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The Buddhist Metta (Lovingkindness) Prayer is simple but profound. It starts by blessing oneself...
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Buddhist mantras are syllables and words chanted repetitively as part of a centering,...
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At the core of Buddhism is the goal of Enlightenment, or realization of the true nature of the...
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Zen is deceptively simple – beneath each supposed paradox is a simple truth waiting to be discovered. We don’t have to look; we simply have to see what’s already there. Here are 26 (A – Z) simple explanations of some common Zen principles to help you understand and practice this philosophy of balance and emptiness in everyday life.
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