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May 2026
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Everything we do, we believe that everyday we can be healthy in our relationships, our food choices and our life. We believe health should be easy and our lives balanced and our businesses successful. We believe that life is worth living and enjoyable everyday. Health Insurance for Solopreneurs and Small Business Owners who want the best for themselves and their families.
The paradoxThe more aggressively someone tries to achieve flow or enlightenment,the more self-conscious they often become.Because now there is:“me trying to attain a special state.”Zen repeatedly undermines this tendency.The “correct direction” mentioned in the passage means:less grasping,less division,less fixation on self,greater immediacy,greater intimacy with ordinary life.Not becoming superhuman.Often becoming simpler.
What if everything you think separates you from the world is an illusion? Zen teaches that beneath the surface of our everyday perception lies a profound truth: all things are fundamentally interconnected. There is no real boundary between self and other, observer and observed.This is not just philosophy—it is something you can directly experience. Through the practice of Zazen (seated meditation), practitioners discover their original nature: the pure, unconditioned essence that exists before thought. This journey transforms how you see yourself, others, and the world.Explore this timeless wisdom. Learn the core concepts. Begin your own path toward clarity and peace.
If you move unconsciously - without any room for thoughts to enter between thought and conduct - that is always being in the present.There is a Zen expression, 'We are always aware of the Threefold World (past, present, and future existences), the Past and Present and the Beginning and End. It is necessary for us to examine ourselves to see whether or not we are in that state.In this episode get real life exercises to start your Zazen practice today.
A quiet reflection on presence, self-awareness, and the nature of who we are. This piece invites us to turn inward first—to care for the mind with the same attentiveness we give the body—so that our presence with others becomes whole rather than divided. Through simple observation and stillness, it points toward the “true person” beneath roles and labels: a steady awareness that remains unchanged. Rooted in a gentle, contemplative tone, it explores the idea that we are not separate, but expressions of something vast and continuous. An invitation to pause, notice, and remember what has always been here.
This episode is an inquiry into what we truly are beneath the shifting surface of thoughts, emotions, and identity. As everything we usually call “self” rises and falls like waves, this reflection points toward the still awareness that remains unchanged. By seeing through the illusion of a fixed “me,” we begin to loosen our grip on constant change—and discover a deeper freedom in the openness of no-self.Get to know your true self today. Everyone else is already taken!
This week we are introducing a core idea of Zen in a very thoughtful, almost philosophical way. We will break it down simply so it’s easier to grasp.Why do we live the way we do? Who is behind it?Most people, fall into two groups:Those who never question life → they stay busy, work, and eventually die without reflecting.Those who question too much → they get stuck in doubt and can’t function well.Zen is pointing toward a middle way—not ignoring life, but also not getting lost in endless thinking.🧠 Big shift in thinkingIn the past, people might have said:“Everything is God’s will.”But now, people tend to think:“We create our own lives.”“Even ideas like gods or Buddhas come from our minds.”Don’t argue which is right. Instead, Put that debate aside and look at yourself directly.Listen for more insights today!
This episode offers a quick look at how misunderstanding can lead to conflict and how simple steps can help fix it. Using easy, real-life examples, it highlights the power of asking questions, listening closely, and not jumping to conclusions. In just a few minutes, it reminds us that a little clarity can go a long way in turning tension into understanding.Learn MoreTake The Quiz
This episode explores how many conflicts begin with simple misunderstandings and grow when people don’t stop to ask questions or seek clarity. Through everyday examples and a relatable workplace story, it shows how assumptions can shape our reactions and create distance between people. It also connects these small moments to larger conflicts, reminding us that the same patterns exist on a bigger scale. By slowing down, listening, and checking what we think we know, we can replace confusion with understanding and begin to resolve conflict in a more thoughtful and peaceful way.Learn MoreTake The Quiz
What if the way you show up in your relationships could directly shape someone’s growth?In this episode, we explore how the right kind of support can transform not only how others develop, but how deeply we connect. Moving beyond criticism and the pressure of perfection, we focus on what truly helps people thrive—encouragement, effort, and the courage to keep going through challenges.Through a relatable story of growth and persistence, you’ll discover why progress matters more than outcomes, how struggle plays a necessary role in becoming better, and how supportive relationships create the safety needed for real change. When people feel seen, supported, and free to be imperfect, something powerful begins to happen.This episode invites you to rethink what it means to care for others—and how small shifts in your words and actions can create stronger, more meaningful relationships.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why encouragement is more powerful than criticismHow valuing effort leads to lasting growthThe hidden role struggle plays in improvementHow relationships can build confidence and courageWays to create space for honesty and authentic connectionTake the Quiz!
What if the relationships in your life could become the very place where growth naturally happens?In this episode, we explore how meaningful connections can support personal development in powerful, practical ways. Instead of focusing on criticism or perfection, we shift toward encouragement, effort, and the courage to grow through challenges.Through the story of Sarah, an artist learning to trust her process, we uncover how celebrating progress builds confidence, why struggle is an essential part of improvement, and how supportive relationships give us the strength to keep going. You’ll learn how creating space for honesty and openness allows deeper connection and lasting growth.This episode offers a new way to think about love—not as a feeling, but as something we actively practice in how we support, encourage, and show up for one another.In this episode, you’ll learn:How encouragement creates a foundation for growthWhy effort matters more than perfectionHow challenges shape who we becomeThe role relationships play in building courageHow to create space for honesty and real developmentIf you want deeper, more meaningful relationships, this episode will show you where to begin.What Do You Want To Learn? Take the Quiz
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Emma Pace
Two's Company
Kell Quarrell
Ryan Cimo, Fraxtional LLC
Mo Soumaoro
