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Mentioned in 24 episodes
Zen mind, beginner's mind
Book • 1970
In 'Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind', Shunryu Suzuki explores the core principles of Zen Buddhism, focusing on the concept of 'shoshin' or 'beginner’s mind'.
This mind is empty, free of the habits of the expert, and open to all possibilities.
The book discusses various aspects of Zen practice, including zazen (sitting meditation), breathing techniques, and the importance of maintaining a non-dualistic and compassionate mindset.
Suzuki uses simple language and everyday examples to illustrate how to apply Zen principles in daily life, emphasizing the need to approach each experience with freshness and openness, rather than preconceptions or a sense of achievement.
This mind is empty, free of the habits of the expert, and open to all possibilities.
The book discusses various aspects of Zen practice, including zazen (sitting meditation), breathing techniques, and the importance of maintaining a non-dualistic and compassionate mindset.
Suzuki uses simple language and everyday examples to illustrate how to apply Zen principles in daily life, emphasizing the need to approach each experience with freshness and openness, rather than preconceptions or a sense of achievement.
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Mentioned in 24 episodes
Mentioned by 
William Green , quoting his statement that everything changes is the basic truth of existence.
William Green , quoting his statement that everything changes is the basic truth of existence.
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RWH051: Master of Change w/ Brad Stulberg
Mentioned by William Green as a book emphasizing the Buddhist teaching of impermanence and its importance in life.
William Green as a book emphasizing the Buddhist teaching of impermanence and its importance in life.
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RWH029: Beyond Rich w/ Pico Iyer
Recommended by 
Leo Babauta as an introductory book to Zen Buddhism, although he notes it can be initially confusing.
Leo Babauta as an introductory book to Zen Buddhism, although he notes it can be initially confusing.
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#488: Leo Babauta on Zen Habits, Antifragility, Contentment, and Unschooling
Vermeld door Tommy Wieringa in relatie tot de zen-traditie en het belang van altijd opnieuw beginnen met een beginnersmentaliteit.
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Schrijver Tommy Wieringa over optimistisch blijven in de hopeloze klimaatcrisis | Het Uur
Mentioned by Cortland Dahl as one of the books that inspired him, but lacked a clear roadmap to Buddhism.
A Meditator's Guide to Buddhism with Cortland Dahl
