Several months ago I heard a Buddhist parable that left a strong impression on me. I've looked for it on-line, but I haven't been able to find a written version of it. Since I can't remember the exact title, I'll just call it The Four Mountains Parable, and re-tell it here as best I can.
A king heard that the Buddha was a great wise man, and so called him to his court for philosophical advice. When the Buddha arrived, the King asked, "How should I live my life? What should I do to have a meaningful life?"
It's been a while but I am still here
It has been too long since I have posted so here is an update.
I spent my summer working at the camp I love. In the foothills of North Carolina. This is truly one of my favorite places on this planet. I did not have the self discipline to meditate formerly there, but this summer I was able to grow immensely. I gained valuable leadership skills, and of course got even better at canoeing, the activity in which I instruct
Since the summer I have been back at school busy as ever! I continue to manage the football team, however due to my other various commitments have been spending less time than I have in the past with that.
knowing myself, better
Lately I've been thinking a lot about a passage in "Everyday Zen: Love & Work" where the author says that situations where we find ourselves confused about what to do arise because there is something we do not know about ourselves.
Today I was talking to a friend about an "everyday" problem I have: how serious I want to be in a current relationship. I felt tired and confused. I remember what Joko Beck said, and I thought that I'd like to meditate. Right then and there. Then, hopefully, I would "just know" what to do, naturally.
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