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Jan 14, 2023Liked by Dr. Kathleen Waller

"Though the flame be put out, the wick remains."

"Hi wa kiyurédomo tô-shin wa hiyédzu."

- I saved this in my notes in college. I hope it means what I remember. Killer zen moodpiece 😌

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Nice quote!

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Fascinating introduction to the art of Zen. I remember reading about Wabi Sabi before and thinking it was a beautiful concept.

I am sorry to hear of your traumatic experience in college. Your description of experiencing Zen through roller skating reminded me of how much I used to love my roller skates and the freedom I felt on them.

I am the same as you regarding meditative practice: I need to move before I can even think about quieting the mind, which is why I enjoy a flowing yoga practice and walking outside in nature; both of these help me to reach the closest I come to a 'Zen' state of mind.

Very much looking forward to discovering more creativity in the coming weeks! : )

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Jan 16, 2023·edited Jan 16, 2023Author

Happy you are finding your zen! & thank you for the kind words.

Wabi Sabi is also just so fun to say :)

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