When you say, "Wait a moment," you are bound by your karma; when you say "Yes I will," you are free.

The purpose of our practice is just to be yourself.

Preparing food is not just about yourself and others. It is about everything!

In the Lotus Sutra, Buddha says to light up one corner - not the whole world. Just make it clear where you are.

It is not after we understand the truth that we attain enlightenment. To realize the truth is to live - to exist here and now.

Zen is not some fancy, special art of living. Our teaching is just to live, always in reality, in its exact sense. To make our effort, moment after moment, is our way.

Instead of criticizing, find out how to help.