Everyday Zen
A daily sanctuary for the mind. Fresh quotes, koans, puzzles, words, and practices — everything you need to spend five mindful minutes reshaping your inner world.
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"Act without expectation."
— Lao Tzu
A monk asked Zhaozhou, 'Does a dog have Buddha nature or not?' Zhaozhou said, 'Mu.'
The man who makes it doesn't need it. The man who buys it doesn't want it. The man who uses it doesn't know it. What is it?
Japanese
A sudden flash of enlightenment — a momentary awakening to one's true nature, beyond concepts and self-image.
The Gratitude Breath
Think of one thing you're grateful for. As you inhale, breathe in appreciation for it. As you exhale, release any want for it to be different. Do this three times, letting the feeling fill you completely.
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"Return tomorrow. Each visit plants a seed. Over time, seeds become forests."
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