Secular Buddhism
126 - Finding Peace Amidst Chaos
Mar 21, 2020
Explore the notions of peace amidst chaos through metaphors like the waving mind and blind men describing the elephant. Delve into the concepts of perception, interdependence, and finding peace during chaotic times. Embrace discomfort, reflect inwardly, and practice mindfulness and awareness to find peace.
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- The koan of the waving mind serves as a metaphor for the variability of perception and the inability to make everyone see things the same way.
- In the midst of chaos, finding peace involves looking inward, becoming comfortable with discomfort, and increasing awareness of both difficulties and positive aspects.
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Interpreting the koan
The podcast episode starts by introducing a Zenkoan about two monks arguing whether it is the flag or the wind that moves. The sixth patriarch, Queen Ang, points out that it is actually their minds that move. This koan serves as a metaphor for arguments and different perspectives in general, which can be seen in social media and personal conversations. The example of the koan is used to highlight the variability of perception and the inability to make everyone see things the same way.
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