tao doesn’t lord over anything

In ancient times, people lived holistic lives. They didn’t overemphasize the intellect, but integrated mind, body, and spirit in all things. This allowed them to become masters of knowledge rather than victims of concepts.

If a new invention appeared, they looked for the troubles it might cause as well as the shortcuts it offered. They valued old ways that had been proven effective, and they valued new ways if they could be proven effective.

If you want to stop being confused, then emulate these ancient folk: join your body, mind, and spirit in all you do. Choose food, clothing, and shelter that accords with nature. Rely on your own body for transportation. Allow your work and your recreation to be one and the same. Do exercise that develops your whole being and not just your body. Listen to music that bridges the three spheres of your being. Choose leaders for their virtue rather than their wealth or power. Serve others and cultivate yourself simultaneously.

Understand that true growth comes from meeting and solving the problems of life in a way that is harmonizing to yourself and to others. If you can follow these simple old ways, you will be continually renewed.

from Hua hu Ching, Chapter 43

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where does your mind come from?

the largest known structure in the universe

Good and evil all

arise from one’s own mind. 

But tell me, besides your activities,

 thoughts, and discrimination,  what do you call

your own mind?  Where does your mind come from?

 If you can discern where your own mind comes from, 

then boundless karmic obstruction  will be cleared

away instantly,  and all sorts of marvels will

come of themselves  without

being sought.

Dahui

no big-shot buddhas in nature

modesty

The wise heathen

have no knowledge; they just

keep their mind continually set on the Way.

There are no big-shot Buddhas in nature,

and ten thousand sutras are distilled

in a single song.

Ikkyu

wikkyu

heaven exists on earth

eric rebiere mebbe

Heaven exists on earth

for those who maintain correct

thoughts and actions.

This hexagram signifies a time similar to spring: there is a strong flow of energy, and harmony and prosperity that is the reward of those who correctly balance their higher and lower natures. It is by remaining aware of our inferior self while insuring that the superior self governs our conduct that we arrive in a state of peace.

See yourself as a young tree now. The ground around you is fertile; sun and water and wind are plentiful. By maintaining your focus on moving upward toward light, clarity, and purity you can reach great heights. If you become entangled in inferior things, you will not enjoy the full benefit of this gracious hour. Stay balanced, innocent, and correct, and good fortune is assured.

The I Ching, or Book of Changes

Hexagram 11, Tai / Peace

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