The world is struggling to find peace and meaning. That has been going on since humanity appeared, and maybe even before that. Our natural mind is compassionate and wise, so go through each day aware that even the most confused and hurtful person is trying to make life better, and trying to make a difference in the world.
In Nonviolent Communication, empathy is the most important basis for good communication. In Zen a basic principle is impermanence, which indicates that there is no permanent self, leading to empathy. And effective psychotherapy is based on an authentic, empathic connection between the therapist and the client.
Our strong energy, our wonderful feelings of expansion and well-being in life, are often embedded in and hidden by what are felt as challenging or risky emotional situations.
The riches that we all have in us can be get covered over. There is always positive energy going on even in the middle of a storm!
Do you want to feel freedom? Do you feel free? These are important questions, but it is also important to understand what the meaning is of the words “free” and “freedom.”
When our mind lets go of the typical demands we can experience true freedom and joy. Find out more about how to do that.
Zen and Buddhism have guidelines on ethics and behavior, in addition to mindfulness. On the other hand, in Tai Chi Chuan practice the focus is on mindfulness and movement.
How can we reconcile these differences in approach, and what are core similarities?
