Zen Life Coaching Tip!

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“Do not permit the events of your daily life to bind you, but never withdraw yourself from them.” -Zen Saying

Getting to the bottom of the Grand Canyon is a perfect metaphor to illustrate this Zen Saying. When approaching the rim of the canyon, stay focused on your outcome, which is to get to the bottom of the canyon. As you walk up to the edge of the canyon and look over, be careful not to let the height overwhelm and bind you in fear. Similiarly, don’t give up, turn around and walk away (or get frustrated and jump!). The solution lies in walking along the rim of the canyon, continuously assessing the landscape, and looking a solution. Eventually, you will find the path down to the bottom and success will be yours!

“Do not permit the events of your daily life to bind you, but never withdraw yourself from them.” -Zen Saying