The Importance of Slowness in Zen

Roshi Keplo: Anything we do in Sashin can be supportive of our Zazin or detract from this practice. It's completely up to us what each moment will bring, whether it's supportive or distraction. To truly practice Zen, therefore means not leaving lights burning when they are not needed and not allowing water to run unnecessarily from the faucet. These unmindful acts reveal an indifference to the value of the object so wasted or destroyed. This indifference robs us of our birthright of harmony and joy. We'll stop now and recite the four vows.