How Much Time Do You Have?

skaters

on a frozen lake

fragile ice

Life is a precious thing. It is like walking on fragile ice. At any moment, the ice can break.

We must learn to value the moment. Take time to enjoy the present, live your life like it is your last day. Breathe deeply of the air, and hear the music of the birds. Feel the wind in your hair, and the sand beneath your feet.

Only then can you say you have truly lived.

Trust Yourself!

an old monk

meditates on the mountain

a flash of lightning

We all have fears and doubts. How do we survive in a hostile world? What can we do? 

The first step is to trust yourself. You have the power within you to transform your life. But you must take that first step. Believe, just believe, and like the old monk, you too will have that flash of lightning--that sudden inspiration that will guide you in your life.

So the next time you doubt yourself, don't despair. Trust in your first impression and believe. And you will work wonders.

Beware the Beast!

howling

under a full moon

the beast within

Within us all lies a beast. A monster that seeks to devour us if we are not careful. But we can control it.

Everyday, promise yourself that you will not give in to your anger. Do not let the petty taunts of others boil the blood within yourself. Control your desires, your hatred, your fear, and you will find the beast securely locked in his cage.

Then it will no longer be the master. You will.

Our Journey Begins!

ripples

in the water

a calm sea

As we begin our journey, let us reflect on the example of this haiku. Life can be a thorn in our sides, but we must learn to let go of the past, and set our sights on the rainbow in the distance. Only then can we break the chains of misery and press forward to that inner peace we all long to have.