Energy Quote by Kosho Uchiyama
“Our life is whatever we are encountering right now, and our practice is shikantaza, which is literally 'just sitting.' More broadly it means to put our energy into settling everything in our world here and now, where we really live.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Zen Way of Seeing by Kosho Uchiyama, 1975
Living fully in the present means embracing each moment and practicing mindful sitting, allowing all experience to settle naturally.
In simple terms: Live now, sit mindfully.
Key Takeaway
Practice present‑moment awareness.
Themes
mindfulness
presence
Zen practice
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- stress relief
- daily work
- relationships
Key Concepts
shikantaza
non‑attachment
concentration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does sitting still change your perception of daily stress?
- What does “just sitting” reveal about your inner dialogue?
A Different Perspective
Mindfulness can be hard without a quiet space.
