For Zen students, a weed is a treasure.
Shunryu SuzukiRead
When my master and I were walking in the rain, he would say, 'Do not walk so fast, the rain is everywhere.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
Appreciate the journey and the present moment, regardless of external conditions.
This quote by Shunryu Suzuki emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and being present in the moment. It suggests that instead of rushing through life, we should take time to notice our surroundings and appreciate all experiences as they come, even those that may seem less desirable, like walking in the rain.
Themes
MindfulnessPresentAppreciationJourneyExperience
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational talk about living in the moment.
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