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Appreciate the gift of each passing moment from "summary" of The Zen of Living and Dying by Philip Kapleau

To appreciate the gift of each passing moment is to recognize the preciousness and impermanence of life. It is a reminder that every breath we take, every sight we see, every sound we hear is a unique and fleeting experience that will never come again. By cultivating this awareness, we can learn to savor and cherish the present moment, rather than being consumed by regrets of the past or anxieties about the future. In Zen practice, we are encouraged to fully immerse ourselves in whatever we are doing, whether it is eating a meal, walking in nature, or simply sitting in silence. By bringing our full attention to the present moment, we can experie...
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    The Zen of Living and Dying

    Philip Kapleau

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