Zen Wisdom for the Anxious

You can calm your anxiety and return serenity to your soul :)

In the chaos of modern life, finding tranquility can seem like an elusive dream. But within the pages of this small yet profound book lies a pathway to inner peace. 

Amidst the hustle and bustle, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Stress, anxiety, and envy can cloud our minds, making it difficult to navigate life's challenges with clarity. Yet, by embracing the timeless teachings of Zen Buddhism, we can cultivate a positive outlook and regain serenity. 

Renowned Buddhist monk Shinsuke Hosokawa presents a collection of 52 insightful sayings, each accompanied by gentle illustrations and reflective prompts. These nuggets of wisdom serve as guideposts on the journey to enlightenment, offering solace and perspective in every season of life. Through mindfulness and self-reflection, we can learn to flow with the currents of existence, finding peace amidst the chaos.

The sayings include:

• Pay attention to what is right in front of your eyes
• Nothing happens by chance. Every encounter has its meaning
• Be careful not to confuse the means and the purpose
• Keep flowing just like water
• Nothing will control you
• Even a bad day is a good day
• Check the ground beneath your feet when you're in trouble
• You'll never walk alone

About the Author:
Shinsuke Hosokawa, born in 1979, is the chief priest of Ryuun-ji, a Zen Buddhist temple in Tokyo. After graduating from Bukkyo University in Kyoto, a school for nurturing the Buddhist spirit, he embarked on a nine-year period of ascetic training with the Rinzai School Myoshinji Temple in Kyoto. He has been in his current position as the chief priest of Ryu-un-ji since 2013. His late grandfather was the renowned Zen Buddhist priest Taido Matsubara. His activities range from publishing Zen-related books to coaching actors who appear as Zen monks in TV dramas.

Official website of Ryuun-ji Temple: http://ryuun-ji.or.jp
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• Format:Hardcover, Jacketed
• Illustrations:52 Zen sayings; b&w illustrations
• Number of Pages: 224