The Price of Practice

Engaging in Zen practice requires acknowledging the costs associated with personal growth and realization. Many individuals attempt to escape their dissatisfaction by placing responsibility on others, believing they can sidestep the discomfort of their journeys. This mindset perpetuates a cycle of avoidance that ultimately results in deeper unhappiness, as true fulfillment demands personal effort and endurance. To overcome this, one must confront their suffering directly and recognize that no one else can bear this burden—only through consistent practice can liberation from these entrapments be achieved.