Find balance in all aspects of life from "summary" of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Zen Living by Gary R. McClain,Eve Adamson
Balance is a key concept in Zen philosophy. It is about finding a harmonious equilibrium in all aspects of life. This includes balancing work and play, activity and rest, giving and receiving, and many other opposing forces. When we achieve balance, we are able to move through life with grace and ease. In Zen, balance is not about rigidly dividing our time and energy equally between different activities. It is about being present in each moment and responding to the needs of the situation. This requires deep self-awareness and mindfulness. By paying attention to our thoughts, feelings, and actions, we can make conscious choices that lead to balance. Finding balance is a continuous process. It is not something we achieve once and for all. Life is always changing, and so our need for balance is always shifting. We must constantly reasses...
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