It is a mistake to imagine that you can awaken in any kind of permanent way. There is only NOW and so you can only be awake now. Even the idea of permanence is an illusion. The question to ask is 'Am I awake and fully present NOW?' That question arises and is answered in perfect silence.

Wanting others to love you, you give away your heart. Wanting others to see you, you give away your eyes.

Every moment you are present, there is a little less darkness in our world.

You can live in a house, but your real home is inside you.

Waking up is not serious. It is a gentle remembering and an honoring of the present moment as the truth of life.

Beyond all experience is the one who is experiencing. Beyond all change is the One who never changes.

To live a present and awakened life, simply be responsive to the moment. It is very simple. If you are hungry, eat. If you are thirsty, drink. If you are lonely, call a friend for tea. If you are overwhelmed with too much company, then get away by yourself.