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Awareness is cultivated through mindful action and focused attention from "summary" of The Zen Teachings of Master Lin-chi by Yixuan,Burton Watson

Mindfulness emerges as a vital practice, illuminating the path to deeper understanding and presence. Engaging fully in each moment, one attains insights that elude the distracted mind. Actions rooted in intention foster a sense of connection, grounding the practitioner in reality. This approach transforms the mundane—eating, walking, or breathing—into profound experiences that resonate with the essence of life. Focused attention serves as a guiding light, piercing through the fog of everyday thoughts. By directing the mind toward a single point, clarity arises. This concentration is not forced but cultivated through gentle perseverance. Each breath taken with awareness becomes a stepping stone, leading to a more profound realization of one's true nature. As one immerses in the present, the layers of distraction dissolve. The act of simply being becomes a practice of liberation. In this state, ...
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    The Zen Teachings of Master Lin-chi

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