Recognize your bad habits and change them, one by one through daily practice. Spiritual cultivation begins with taming your habitual thoughts. Be aware of every thought. Introspection is not passive as it may appear to be. In fact, it is very proactive. When you face yourself, you work directly on the cause of your problem…. READ MORE

  Find a suitable practice and transform yourself. Your practice is your own business, because your thoughts and karma are your own responsibility. Complete your practice by bringing the heightened level of awareness into daily life. Everything you need is within you; recognize this and practice using your mind correctly. ~ by Zen Master Miao… READ MORE

We must never become distracted by the external form of spiritual practice and lose sight of its essence – the manifestation of the Mind’s essentially pure, peaceful, awakened nature. To stay on the right course, we must remind ourselves to return constantly to this basic foundation. Each day is a new beginning, when we alone… READ MORE

The rising fragrance of incense symbolizes elevation. It reminds us to become more aware and compassionate with each and every thought. To elevate your life, you must look within for answers. The present “you” is the condensed reflection of the entirety of your life. The attempt to escape from karma is as futile as trying… READ MORE