Shozan Jack Haubner, a Zen monk and author, shares insights on integrating Zen into modern life. He discusses his journey from monastic life to navigating real-world challenges and the evolving nature of personal growth. Jack explores the delicate balance between self and no self, emphasizing the importance of trusting life amidst difficulties. He shares reflections on mindfulness practices that enrich daily experiences and offers anecdotes about family dynamics and leadership, revealing the transformative power of a Zen approach in everyday interactions.
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Feeding the Wolves of Addiction
Avoid feeding the "bad wolf" of addiction completely.
Engage with negative energies like anger mindfully, allowing for expression and growth.
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The Ripple Effect of Unhealthy Habits
Unhealthy habits, like smoking, extend beyond physical harm.
They reinforce compulsive behavior, making it easier to give in to other compulsions.
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Spiritual Practice and Self-Acceptance
Spiritual practice is not about fixing oneself, as core issues may not dissolve.
It's about accepting imperfections and finding ways to live with and work with them.
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In 'Single White Monk', Shozan Jack Haubner offers a candid and often humorous account of his experiences as a Zen monk. The book delves into themes of death, failure, and personal struggles, providing a unique perspective on the realities of monastic life. Haubner's writing is characterized by its honesty and self-deprecation, making it a refreshing departure from traditional spiritual narratives.
Zen confidential
Shozan Jack Haubner
Zen Confidential: Confessions of a Wayward Monk is a collection of essays that recount Shozan Jack Haubner's experiences during his ten years of training in a California monastery. The book offers a candid look at Zen practice, blending humor with profound insights into the human condition. Haubner's journey from a fast-paced life as a screenwriter and stand-up comic to becoming a monk is both entertaining and enlightening.
Shozan Jack Haubner is the pen name of a Zen monk whose essays have appeared in The Sun, Tricycle, Buddha, Dharma, and The New York Times, as well as in the best Buddhist Writing series. Jack is the winner of a 2012 Pushcart prize and is the author of Zen Confidential Confessions of a Wayward Monk and Single White Monk. He is also the host of the YouTube channel Zen Confidential.
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Shozan Jack Haubner and I Discuss How to Bring Zen Into Everyday Life and …
His transition from monastic life to real world life
Realizing that his growth has taken a different path after leaving the monastery
Trusting in life, even when it’s really challenging
The differences between the personal and intimate
Noticing the moments of waking up that happen in daily life
The challenges he experienced when in a leadership role
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