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Thought

So what is the reason why Tao is inexpressible and yet at the same time the basis for a philosophy? The reason is that we cannot have any system of thought — whether it be philosophical, or logical, or mathematical, or physical — which defines its own basis. This is an extremely important principle to understand. In other words, I can pick up a paint brush with my right hand, but I can’t pick up my right hand. My right hand picks itself up. If I try to pick up my hand, what would I pick it up with? There always has to be something, as it were, that isn’t picked up, that picks itself up, that works itself and is not worked upon.

—Alan Watts, What is Tao? 

Quote 

Japanese philosopher Musashi on meditation:

“In the depths of stillness, where the mind is calm and undisturbed, lies the wellspring of true strength. It is through the practice of meditation, the cultivation of inner peace and the ability to remain centered amidst chaos that one discovers the power within.”

Intention of the Day

My intention is to give and receive love freely today.

What’s your intention today? 

Happy Monday,

Val