When you deny the reality of life,
you appreciate it less.
Meditate on the Buddha's
Five Remembrances and
rediscover the magic of life
just as it is.
Embrace Reality
I am of the nature to grow old.
There is no way to escape growing old.
I am of the nature to have ill health.
There is no way to escape ill health.
I am of the nature to die.
There is no way to escape death.
All that is dear to me and everyone I love
are of the nature to change.
There is no way to escape
being separated from them.
My actions are my only true belongings.
I cannot escape the consequences of my actions.
My actions are the ground upon which I stand.
From The Plum Village Chanting, by Thich Nhat Hanh
