Men go abroad to admire the heights of mountains
The mighty waves of the sea
The broad tides of rivers
The compass of the oceans
And the circuits of the stars
And….. pass themselves by.

St. Augustine

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Gratitude

Gratitude

A student once asked his Zen master, "How can I cultivate gratitude as a Spiritual Athlete?" The master replied, "Imagine a person standing in a field of flowers. They could focus on the weeds and the imperfections, or they could focus on the beauty and the abundance...

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One step at a time

One step at a time

A student once asked his Zen master, "How can I cultivate resilience as a Spiritual Athlete?" The master replied, "Imagine a person climbing a mountain. Along the way, they encounter many obstacles, like steep inclines, rocky terrain, and unpredictable weather. But...

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Inner guidance

Inner guidance

A young disciple once asked his Zen master, "How can I cultivate wisdom as a Spiritual Athlete?" The master replied, "Imagine a person walking in a dark forest. They cannot see the path ahead of them, but they trust that the path is there and continue to walk with...

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