Shunryu Suzuki Quotes

In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s mind there are few.

Each moment is all being. Each moment is the entire world.

The most important point is to accept yourself and stand on your two feet.

The only way to enjoy life is to let go of all attachments.

Do not expect any reward for your kindness. But, expect the world to change because of it.

To live fully is to be always in no-man’s land, to experience each moment as completely new and fresh.

When you are truly present, everything you do is an expression of your true self.

The true purpose of Zen is to see things as they are, not as we want them to be.

Do not be afraid of making mistakes. Mistakes are the stepping stones to wisdom.

The most important thing is to find out what is the most important thing.

Practice meditation regularly. The peace and clarity it brings will transform your life.

Do not strive to be better than others. Strive to be better than your previous self.

In order to find yourself, you must first lose yourself.

Do not dwell in the past or future. Be fully present in this moment.

The secret of Zen lies in letting go of your attachments.

Stop chasing after things. Everything you need is already within you.

Do not seek to control the world. Instead, learn to flow with it.

The only way to realize your true potential is to let go of your limitations.

True freedom is not being free from something, but being free with something.

Do not seek happiness outside yourself. Happiness is found within.

The more you try to control life, the less control you have.

Do not be satisfied with second-hand knowledge. Seek direct experience.

Do not be afraid of silence. It is in the stillness that true wisdom arises.

Surrender to the present moment. It is all you ever have.

To be truly alive is to be fully present in each moment.

Do not waste your energy on things that do not matter.

The greatest teacher is your own experience. Learn from it.

Do not cling to ideas or beliefs. They are just illusions.

In the midst of chaos, find stillness. In the midst of stillness, find peace.

The true purpose of Zen is not to escape from life, but to fully embrace it.

In every situation, there is an opportunity for growth and transformation.

Do not seek enlightenment. Just live your life with awareness.

The mind is not the enemy. It is just a tool. Learn to use it wisely.

Do not seek answers outside yourself. The answer is within.

Suffering is not to be avoided. It is to be understood and transcended.

The more you let go, the more you realize how much you have.

Do not be attached to outcomes. Just do your best and let go.

The more you give, the more you receive.

The most important thing is not to know, but to understand.

Do not judge others. Instead, try to understand their perspective.

Each moment is an opportunity to start anew.

True happiness is not found in external circumstances, but in the present moment.

Do not be afraid of failure. It is through failures that we grow and learn.

Do not compare yourself to others. You are unique and have your own path.

The most important thing is not the destination, but the journey.

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