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“In the zazen posture, your mind and body have, great power to accept things as they are, whether agreeable or disagreeable.” quote by Shunryu Suzuki
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“In the zazen posture, your mind and body have, great power to accept things as they are, whether agreeable or disagreeable.”

Shunryu Suzuki

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

In meditation, the body and mind together can calmly accept reality, regardless of whether it feels pleasant or not.

In simple terms: Meditation helps accept all experiences.

Key Takeaway

Practice acceptance through meditation.

Themes

mindfulness acceptance zen inner peace

Mood

calm centered

Type

spiritual instructional

When to use this quote

  • stress reduction
  • daily meditation
  • therapy
  • decision making

Key Concepts

Buddhism consciousness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does acceptance change your response?
  • When can you practice Zazen?
A Different Perspective

Acceptance does not mean passivity; action may still be required.

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