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Surrender to the flow of life from "summary" of Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind by Shunryu Suzuki
When we talk about surrendering to the flow of life, we are talking about the principle of nonresistance. This principle is deeply rooted in Zen practice, as it teaches us to let go of our need to control every aspect of our lives. By surrendering to the flow of life, we allow ourselves to be carried along by the natural currents of existence, rather than constantly struggling against them. In Zen, we are taught to embrace impermanence and change as fundamental aspects of reality. When we resist the flow of life, we are essentially fighting against the very nature of existence. Instead of resisting, we are encouraged to accept and adapt to whatever comes our way. This does not mean that we should passively accept everything that happens to us, but rather that we should approach life with an open mind and a willingness to learn from our experiences. Surrendering ...
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