776 Quotes About Mysticism

. . . my belief was that mountains, trees—even weather and animals—are equitable, unbiased, dispassionate. And in that raw expansive view, nature could be both generous, abundant . . . and dangerous. And if that’s so, then man—who is also, in my view, a part of nature—can be both.” —OUR SONG, MEMENTO MORI

how can one be humble when existence resides inside him ?how can one not be humble when only existence resides inside him ??

There is substantial truth in the saying “The bigger the fire, the more darkness it reveals”. For as our light increases, so does our apprehension of the darkness.

The highest form of truth is not spoken through words; it is experienced through being.

Dare to create your own rituals. Not for anyone else to follow, but for your own Zen well-being.

The wisest of all is he who knows how to be rather than merely exist.

Before knowing who you authentically are at the core you get to know who you aren’t. For knowing what we don’t want is a significant step toward what we do want.

Coming to accept our own shadow is an essential preliminary of the path to wholeness. Do not be afraid of your darkness; for once we trust the dragon and learn how to ride it, it will develop wings and take you places. You see, the dragon will somehow never cease to exist. Simply hop on and the ride will keep getting more pleasant with time.

The more you know yourself, the more you’ll love your own company.