Dogen Zenji was a Japanese Buddhist monk and founder of the Soto School of Zen in the 13th century. He is considered one of the most influential Zen masters and his writings are still studied by Buddhists today. In this quote, Dogen says that what we think is good is not necessarily good. We must be careful not to allow...
The quote "The greater the difficulty, the greater the glory of overcoming it" is often attributed to Epicurus, although it is likely that he was paraphrasing Socrates. Regardless of who said it, there is much truth in these words. We all face difficulties in life, but it is the way we deal with...
We all know the saying "you can't fight fire with fire". But what if we could? What if, instead of fighting our feelings, we tried to understand them? Knowledge is power, after all. And that's exactly what the Dutch philosopher Baruch Spinoza believed. In his Ethics, he wrote: "I can understand my...
You may have heard the age-old adage that "rewards and punishments are the lowest form of education." And maybe you know that it came from the ancient philosopher Chuang Tzu. But what does it mean exactly? To understand this quote, we must first understand the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Intrinsic motivation...
If you're like me, you're interested in quality of life and how to enjoy life more. Maybe you've heard about forest bathing and wondered if it's something for you. First of all, forest bathing is for everyone, but there are certain types of people who especially benefit from it (e.g. people who...
Have you ever thought about how your opinions and tastes have changed over the years? It's natural for our views to change as we grow and have new experiences, but it's interesting to think about how much our views can change in such a short time. This quote from Lucretius...
Shinrin Yoku, forest bathing, is a practice that can be done at any time of year. However, each season has its own characteristics that make it the perfect time for forest bathing. In this article, we will go over the specifics of spring, summer, fall, and winter Shinrin Yoku. We also answer some frequently asked questions about this...
What is a forest? Since when do people live there? And why is it good for us to spend time in the forest? These are some of the questions we will answer in this article. We will also go into the research of Dr. Qing Li, who has found that spending time in the forest is extremely beneficial to our health....
Shinrin-Yoku, also known as forest bathing, is a practice that can be traced back to ancient Japanese culture. Forest bathing was promoted by the Japanese government in 1982 as a means to relieve stress and relax. This form of therapy has many benefits, which have also been confirmed by research. So who invented shinrin-yoku? Let's throw...
Forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is a practice proven to improve mental and physical health. It involves taking time to enjoy nature and all its benefits. When forest bathing, it's important to walk slowly and take your time. There are many things to do while walking, such as....
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