All things Quote by Frederick Lenz
“Buddhism teaches us not to want things, not to avoid things, not to be upset by the loss. In the I Ching, there's a hexagram that says, "Be like the sun at midday". View all things as being equal.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Path of Equality, Frederick Lenz, 1998
Buddhism and the I Ching teach equanimity: desire, aversion, and loss are all equal, like the midday sun.
In simple terms: Treat all experiences equally.
Practice balanced perspective.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stress management
- meditation
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your imbalance?
- How can you embody the midday sun?
Equanimity can be hard when emotions are intense.