Buddhist Insights

Morning Meditation — Naught but Ch’an.

‘When walking, naught but Ch’an; when sitting, naught but Ch’an.
Then body is at peace whether or not one talks or moves.’

Master Hsu Yun

‘Working with hopes of getting something in return, is a matter of me and mine that people are so familiar with they don’t even notice it.’

Buddhadasa Bhikkhu

‘Prove it to the people who live in your home that you are master of yourself. This is a very good
practice.’

Thich Nhat Hanh

‘Activities are without essence… Between meditation sessions, learn to control in this way all thoughts arising from the three poisons.’

Words of my Perfect Teacher

‘Non-attachment is a natural state; it isn’t some refined state that depends on other conditions.’

Ajahn Sumedho

Buddhism has plenty of antidotes. Try this for over thinking — be aware of the many times you’re not thinking. This will blossom into full awareness.

Everyday Buddhism

‘If we don’t search for the root but grasp at appearances and search outside, we’ll become the laughing stock of the wise.’

Chinul Sunim

‘Build the Mandala inside yourself.’

Lama Chime Rinpoche