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Zen Quote of the Day: Patience

Zen Quote of the Day: Patience

From the Hagakure: The Book of the Samurai by Yamamoto Tsunetomo: The heart of a virtuous person has settled down and he does not rush about at things.  A person of little merit is not at peace but walks about making trouble and is in conflict with all. A key to success in Olympic weightlifting… Continue Reading

Zen Quote of the Day:  Patience

Zen Quote of the Day: Patience

Check out this Zen-like story/joke that Roy sent me.  A student goes to the dojo and asks how long it will take to become a master.  The master replies “There is no answer to that, my son. First you must learn patience.”  The student replies “Yeah, yeah, patience. How long is that going to take?”… Continue Reading

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