Harmonizing opposites by going back to their source is the…
“Harmonizing opposites by going back to their source is the distinctive quality of the Zen attitude, the Middle Way: embracing contradictions, making a synthesis of them, achieving balance.”
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Zen attitude seeks balance by returning to origins, embracing contradictions, and synthesizing them into harmony.
In simple terms: Zen finds balance by returning to origins and embracing contradictions.
Seek balance through synthesis.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
- teamwork
- creative problem solving
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply the Middle Way to a current conflict?
- What contradictions in your life need synthesis?
May overlook practical details while seeking harmony.