Embrace the idea of imperfection as a part of life from "summary" of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Zen Living by Gary R. McClain,Eve Adamson
Life is full of imperfections, and that's okay. In Zen teachings, imperfection is not something to be feared or avoided, but rather embraced as a natural and inevitable part of existence. Instead of striving for perfection, which can lead to stress and dissatisfaction, Zen encourages us to accept and even appreciate the imperfections in ourselves and the world around us. When we accept imperfection as a part of life, we can let go of the need to control everything and instead learn to go with the flow. This doesn't mean giving up or being careless, but rather letting go of our attachment to outcomes and learning to adapt ...
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