I was at a point where I was ready to say I am what I am because of what I am and if you like me I'm grateful, and if you don't, what am I going to do about it?
Anne BancroftRead
Zen is not interested in high-flown statements; it wants its pupil to bite his apple and not discuss it.
Interpretation
Zen emphasizes direct experience over theoretical discussion.
This quote highlights the essence of Zen philosophy, which prioritizes practical engagement and direct experience over abstract theories and discussions. It suggests that true understanding comes from experiencing life directly rather than merely talking about it. The metaphor of 'biting the apple' signifies the importance of living in the moment and fully immersing oneself in experiences.
In practice
In a mindfulness seminar to emphasize the importance of living in the present.
I was at a point where I was ready to say I am what I am because of what I am and if you like me I'm grateful, and if you don't, what am I going to do about it?
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Feminine power is silent, dark, mysterious, healing, nurturing. A woman can walk into a room and control it. She doesn't even have to open her mouth if she knows where her power is.
Many of us spend our whole lives running from feeling with the mistaken belief that you can not bear the pain. But you have already borne the pain. What you have not done is feel all you are beyond that pain.
You are responsible for the predictable consequences of your actions.
We can't cross that bridge until we come to it, but I always like to lay down a pontoon ahead of time.
Everyone complains of his memory, and nobody complains of his judgment.
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