Pay attention to the ordinary details of everyday things, this way you are expressing appreciation toward the living quality found in everything you do and see. This combination of mindfulness and appreciation connects you fully with the moment and brings you joy.
A monk’s most moving observation was that of an old woman sweeping the temple steps. Her concentration perfect, her devotion palpable, her thoroughness complete. When you do anything, do it with this kind of spirit and you to will be noticed.
There is no greater illusion than fear, no greater wrong than preparing to defend ourselves, no greater misfortune than having an enemy. Whoever can see through all fear will always be safe. If you understand this, peace and harmony naturally arise.
Set your life in order before effecting a plan to start something new. At the beginning do not take anything lightly and make choices of what to avoid and what you can accept. There may be difficult times ahead, but with the right support any time is a good time to begin.
Quote: I have learned to seek my happiness by limiting my desires, rather than in attempting to satisfy them.