Guru Quote
I’ve never seen any life transformation that didn’t begin with the person in question finally getting tired of their own bullsh*t. -Elizabeth Gilbert, Writer
I’ve never seen any life transformation that didn’t begin with the person in question finally getting tired of their own bullsh*t. -Elizabeth Gilbert, Writer
“Skimming over glass Only the sound of the paddle Liquid peace.” -JD Newsletter
The two most powerful warriors are patience and time. -Leo Tolstoy Life is consistent in change. Nothing is permanent. Nothing stays the same. Everything grows, everything evolves, everything changes. Embrace change. Do your best every day. Take care of your mind, body, and soul. Serve others. Recognize that this moment is impermanent and it too…
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“Water rises high above the shore Fluidity and strength Then leaves without resistance.” -Clare, Prevanada
The Leapin’ Lizards have had their day The Zoom City Snakes have dissolved The Secret Squirrels are no more What’s left are warm memories and lots of love. – JD View the full Newsletter HERE
Lite the candle, lite the incense Bow to the Guru picture Wrap your blanket around you You are the sacred space – JD
We create all of these thoughts And give them great power Then we let them rule our lives We forget we made them up in the first place – JD
Don’t blame the meditation cushion It waits there patiently for you to show up So, light some incense Start your favorite chant Sit down and shut up. -JD
A man asked a master, “What is the secret to peace of mind?” The master responded, “Regardless of who you are, regardless of where you are, agree with everybody. Do not argue.” The man paused, wrinkled his brow and rebutted, “Nah, that can’t be right.” Pausing for a moment, the master replied, “Well, you’re right,…
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Do not think of tithing as a task, Something you have to do, Think of it as a privilege. -Nelson D Rockefeller
Meditation hut In the woods Smell of fall leaves Under foot What a peaceful place -JD
“Sitting in the dark Listening to the sun come up Another glorious day Watching the Black Buddha Turn into Light.” -JD