Responding vs. Reacting: 4 Zen Lessons from the Poisonous Arrow

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In moments of crisis, the choice between responding vs. reacting can be the difference between escalating a problem or resolving it. In Buddhism, there's a story called 'The Poisonous Arrow' in the Majjhima Nikaya. The story goes something like this. Once upon a time, a man was struck by a poisoned arrow. The man immediately panicked, and his anxiety got the better of him

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Things to Be Grateful For: 50 Inspiring Everyday Blessings

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In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, it's easy to overlook the small blessings in our lives and take things for granted. However, it's essential to cultivate a sense of gratitude to truly appreciate what we have. So, we need to make a conscious attempt to recognize things that we should be grateful for.

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