Monthly Archives: October 2018

Where is Your Happiness?

Posted on October 18, 2018 by writeherewritenow

An ancient Zen story explains how the famous teacher Joshu became enlightened.  One day, he approached a wise monk, Nansen, asking about the path to happiness. “Ordinary mind is the way,” Nansen replied. Joshu did not understand so he asked … Continue reading →

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The Empty Space

Posted on October 15, 2018 by writeherewritenow

Thirty spokes meet at the wheel’s axis The center space makes the wheel useful. Form clay into a cup; The center space gives it purpose. Frame doors and windows for a house; The openings make the house useful. Therefore, purpose … Continue reading →

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Have you caught the “hurry sickness”?

Posted on October 9, 2018 by writeherewritenow

Meditation teacher Eknath Easwaran called it “the hurry sickness.” And it’s become an epidemic, as Americans cram more and more in our days, driven by FOMO, the “fear of missing out.” We fill up our schedules, try to do one … Continue reading →

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Living Your Question

Posted on October 8, 2018 by writeherewritenow

I receive many emails, text messages and phone calls, every day, asking for answers to complex questions. In our modern day language we call it “feedback,” “advice” or “consulting.”  We expect fast, insightful opinions so we can quickly keep going. … Continue reading →

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