If you know the music the moment the violin string begins to vibrate, then you know how to navigate through the forest of brambles and entanglements with freedom and ease. If, on the other hand, you think that with practice the forest of brambles and entanglements will altogether disappear, then right from the beginning you are hopelessly entangled and won't find your way.

It is possible to do something, and to do something meticulously and completely with out creating a goal... all nature works this way.

To be simple means to make a choice about what's important, and let go of all the rest. When we are able to do this, our vision expands, our heads clear, and we can better see the details of our lives in all their incredible wonder and beauty.

Creativity is our birthright. It is an integral part of being human, as basic as walking, talking and thinking.

Zen is a special transmission outside the scriptures,With no reliance on words and letters.A direct pointing to the human mind,And the realization of enlightenment.

There is no place to search for the truth. Though it's right beneath your feet, it can't be found.

To be still means to empty yourself from the incessant flow of thoughts and create a state of consciousness that is open and receptive.