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Zen Story - Gates of Hell or Gates of Heaven The Gates of Paradise A soldier named Nobushige came to Hakuin, and asked: “Is there really a paradise and a hell?” “Who are you?” inquired Hakuin. “I am a samurai,” the warrior replied. “You, a soldier!” exclaimed Hakuin. “What kind of ruler would have you as his guard? Your face looks like that of a beggar.” Nobushige became so angry that he began to draw his sword, but Hakuin continued: “So you have a sword! Your weapon is probably much too dull to cut off my head.” As Nobushige drew his sword Hakuin remarked: “Here open the gates of hell!” At these words the samurai, perceiving the master’s discipline, sheathed his sword and bowed. “Here open the gates of paradise,” said Hakuin. #zeninmybackpack #theevolvingbackpacker #trancendentalliving #notestomyself

Everything begins with a thought. In the dream state your sub conscious makes you aware of your innermost desires and wishes through dreams. We must act on them, if we had the courage, but we don’t. The galloping horses that come visiting on the dead of the night thus run away at the break of dawn, their visit just a fleeting memory as we rouse in the morning. Not all beggars hold a begging bowl and wear tattered clothes. We all seek and we all beg - some for peace of mind, others for wealth and some for good health. But only the very few dare to tame those handsome horses and lay a saddle across their backs. Be not afraid to dream...and dream big. But remember, dreams without action are just passing fancies. Go saddle that beautiful horse and claim what is rightfully yours! #theevolvingbackpacker #evolvingwordsmith #trancendentalism https://www.instagram.com/p/B9MR8UalEcy/?igshid=12c5y8fj4lfr1

We look up at the night sky not to lament at the darkness but to appreciate the dazzling brilliance of the twinkling stars. Let’s seek the spark of light within all of us rather than criticise the darkness that threatens to engulf us. #theevolvingbackpacker #evolvingwordsmith https://www.instagram.com/p/B9JT_tElZV4/?igshid=5eb7j1kokfdj

Despite all our differences, we are all aligned in our aspirations to do good and excel as human beings #theevolvingbackpacker #evolvingwordsmith #trancendentalism https://www.instagram.com/p/B9Fq1wiloNE/?igshid=1icko3guthhh

Give time, give space to sprout your potential. Awaken the beauty of your heart – the beauty of your spirit. There are infinite possibilities. Amit Ray #theevolvingbackpacker #zeninmybackpack

Solitude is the soil in which genius is planted, creativity grows, and legends bloom; faith in oneself is the rain that cultivates a hero to endure the storm, and bare the genesis of a new world, a new forest - Mike Norton, White Mountain. North Coogee, Fremantle #theevolvingbackpacker #australia (at CY OConnor dog beach)

You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching, Love like you'll never be hurt, Sing like there's nobody listening, And live like it's heaven on earth - William W. Purkey #theevolvingbackpacker #zeninmybackpack

Morning walks and random musing #givemebrisbaneanyday #australia #theevolvingbackpacker (at Racecourse Rd)