1️⃣5️⃣ lessons from the book "Mind Full to Mindful: Zen Wisdom From a Monk's Bowl" by Om Swami:
1️⃣. The moment you realize that you are not your thoughts, you become free.
2️⃣. The present moment is the only reality. It’s the only place where life unfolds.
3️⃣. When the mind is full of thoughts, it loses its clarity. When it is mindful, it regains its clarity.
4️⃣. Don’t seek happiness outside yourself. It lies within, waiting to be discovered.
5️⃣. The mind is like a wild horse, running in all directions. Meditation is the art of taming this horse.
6️⃣. Be grateful for everything in life, big or small. Gratitude opens the doors to abundance.
7️⃣. Letting go is not about giving up; it’s about surrendering to what is and finding peace within.
8️⃣. Silence is not the absence of sound, but the presence of inner stillness.
9️⃣. In the silence of the mind, you can hear the whispers of your soul.
1️⃣0️⃣. Be kind to yourself and others. Kindness is the language of love.
1️⃣1️⃣. True freedom lies in breaking free from the limitations of the mind.
1️⃣2️⃣. Don't dwell in the past or worry about the future. Find your peace in the present moment.
1️⃣3️⃣. Life is a journey of self-discovery. The more you explore within, the more you understand the world.
1️⃣4️⃣. Embrace the impermanence of life. It teaches you to cherish each moment.
1️⃣5️⃣. The true essence of mindfulness is being fully present and engaged in whatever you are doing.
