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Let go of fear and resistance to death from "summary" of The Zen of Living and Dying by Philip Kapleau
Fear and resistance to death are natural reactions that many of us experience when faced with the idea of our own mortality. We may cling to life, desperately trying to avoid the inevitable end that awaits us all. However, Zen teachings encourage us to let go of these fears and accept death as a natural part of life. By releasing our fear and resistance to death, we can find a sense of peace and acceptance that transcends our physical existence. Instead of viewing death as something to be feared, we can see it as a natural and inevitable process that is simply a part of the cycle of life. This shift in perspective allows us to approach death with a sense of calm and equanimity, rather th...
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