
Brown Rice is Just Right
Shunryū SuzukiJonathan
May 2, 20261 February 1970City Center, San Francisco
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The transcript explores the practice of zazen meditation through the metaphor of chewing brown rice, emphasizing mindfulness, natural digestion, and the concept of emptiness in Buddhist philosophy. It discusses the interplay of illusion and reality, the importance of accepting imperfection in practice, and the necessity of self-study and perseverance. Ultimately, it encourages embracing present moment awareness and continuing practice despite challenges.
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