Certain Quote by Shunryu Suzuki
“While you are continuing this practice, week after week, year after year, your experience will become deeper and deeper, and your experience will cover everything you do in your everyday life. The most important thing is to forget all gain ing ideas, all dualistic ideas. In other words, just practice zazen in a certain posture. Do not think about anything. Just remain on your cushion without expecting anything. Then eventually you will resume your own true nature. That is to say, your own true nature resumes itself.”
About This Quote
Consistent meditation deepens experience, dissolving dualistic thoughts; by sitting in zazen without expectation, one eventually returns to one's true nature.
In simple terms: Regular meditation clears the mind and reveals true self.
Key Takeaway
Meditate regularly, let go of expectations, discover true nature.
Themes
mindfulness
spiritual practice
self‑realization
non‑attachment
Mood
calm
inspired
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stress reduction
- spiritual retreats
- mindful living
Key Concepts
Zen Buddhism
contemplative practice
psychology of self
Questions to Reflect On
- How does letting go of expectations affect your daily life?
- What does “true nature” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Progress may be slow and require disciplined practice.
