It will take quite a long time before you find your calm, serene mind in your practice.
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and PracticeWaves are the practice of the water.
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and PracticeLife is a reality for the conscious mind. Dreams are the reality for the subconscious mind.
Debasish MridhaThe goal of practice is always to keep our beginner’s mind.
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