Happiness is a choice
A simple choice
One man was happy all his life. He smiled and laughed all the time, no one ever saw him sad. On occasion,...
See the whole picture. Useful parable
Seeing things holistically
After years of searching, the seeker was told to go to a cave, in which he would find a well. 'Ask the...
The Mirror Principle: How We Create the World Around Us
A parable of the Way We Create Our Reality
There was a king who built a huge palace. It was a palace in which all...
Socratic Triple Filter: A Guide to Thoughtful Life
Truth, Goodness and Usefulness
In ancient Greece, Socrates was held in high esteem for his wisdom and teaching others how to live a good life....
Be Alive! 3 Zen Parables
It is Enough Just to Be Alive
One morning Master Lin-chi was in the temple. Soon a young man came in and sat nearby with...
Timeless Wisdom: Rejoice Always!
Rejoice in the Beauty of Orchids
One Chan master loved orchids, and planted all sorts of different orchids.
When his time was not occupied by giving...