Due to attachment, anger, and foolishness, I have committed numberless mistakes in speech, deed and thought. I bow my head and repent. I vow from today to begin anew, to live day and night in mindfulness, and not to repeat my previous mistakes.

If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today

To live in the present moment is a miracle.

Water flows from high in the mountains Water runs deep in the Earth Miraculously, water comes to us, And sustains all life.

From time to time, to remind ourselves to relax and be peaceful, we may wish to set aside some time for a retreat, a day of mindfulness, when we can walk slowly, smile, drink tea with a friend, enjoy being together as if we are the happiest people on Earth.

Changing is not just changing the things outside of us. First of all we need the right view that transcends all notions including of being and non-being, creator and creature, mind and spirit. That kind of insight is crucial for transformation and healing.

The kingdom of God is available to you in the here and the now. But the question is whether you are available to the kingdom.