Introduction Quote by Frederick Lenz
“Meditation is the way the mind is. That's why in Zen they call it the natural state, which means you don't have to go and do anything to meditate.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Zen Teachings, 1995
Meditation is the mind's natural state; no effort needed to achieve it.
In simple terms: Meditation is simply being.
Key Takeaway
Allow thoughts to settle naturally.
Themes
mindfulness
zen
naturalness
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily walking
- mindful breathing
- quiet sitting
Key Concepts
Non-dual awareness
effortless practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How to recognize natural meditation?
- What obstacles arise when trying to 'do nothing'?
A Different Perspective
Hard to practice without guidance.
