In the world of Zen Buddhism, profound teachings are often conveyed through simple but compelling parables. One such story, which is also indirectly alluded to in the book Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind, contains a valuable lesson about the nature of strength and the transformative power hidden in perceived weakness. This article examines the parable...
According to the Mental Health Foundation, more than 74% of people felt overwhelmed (source). And that's despite the fact that life in and of itself is actually simple. We just make it complicated for ourselves. "Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated." Confucius It's quite possible that your reaction towards this....
Stoicism is a philosophy of life that teaches us how to live well in a chaotic and unpredictable world. It helps us cultivate virtues such as wisdom, courage, justice, and self-control, and deal with challenges such as pain, loss, anger, and fear. Most people are familiar with the classic Stoic texts of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and...
"Life is a journey, not a destination." Ralph Waldo Emerson These wise words were uttered by the American writer, philosopher and poet Ralph Waldo Emerson and have been repeated by countless people over the years, influencing the perception of life and its meaning. But what does it actually mean? Let's take a look at the...
Have you ever felt frustrated, underpaid or unappreciated at your job? Have you ever dreamed of just quitting and telling your boss exactly what you think of him and his company? Have you ever wondered if there's a better way to get what you want without burning bridges?
Voltaire was one of the most important philosophers during the Enlightenment, an intellectual movement in the 18th century. He was born in Paris in 1694 and spent most of his life in France. Voltaire is best known for his wit, his criticism of Christianity, and his advocacy of civil liberties such as freedom of religion and speech. He was a...
Have you ever felt that you are smarter, more attractive, or more skilled than most people? If so, you may have had the experience of illusory superiority. This is a psychological phenomenon in which people overestimate their own abilities or qualities. Illusory superiority can affect various aspects of our lives, such as...
There is no doubt that anger is a natural emotion that we all experience from time to time. However, it is also true that anger often leads to hasty, destructive decisions that we later regret. This is where the following quote from Seneca comes into play, "The best remedy for anger is procrastination." Lucius Anneaus Seneca The...
Imagine you are an astronaut. After the shaking of the launch subsides and everything becomes quieter and quieter and more and more distance comes between you and our planet, you see that the curvature of the earth's surface becomes more and more obvious. The longer you look at our earth, the more you feel that your whole perception is changing....
Zen Buddhism is a school of Mahayana Buddhism traditionally associated with the teachings of the Chinese philosopher Bodhidharma. It emphasizes the practice of meditation and mindfulness as an antidote to the stresses and anxieties of daily life. One question that often arises in connection with Zen Buddhism is whether it believes in some form of God....
EN 
DE