Mountains Are Mountains

Every day is an isolated experience, devoid of inherent meaning, value, or destination, offering a sense of relief when realized. Understanding this atomization of life allows one to see that existence unfolds moment by moment, without a continuous self bound by past and future. This perspective liberates individuals to enjoy the fluidity of time, engaging with memories and future possibilities creatively. The Zen analogy of mountains illustrates this progression: at first, mountains and waters are seen as they are; then they dissolve into abstraction before ultimately returning to their original perception, symbolizing an enlightened understanding of reality.