Thích Nhất Hạnh: Be Ready to Learn

The depth of soulful wisdom here is a great gift. May we remember to catch ourselves when we are building walls and shutting down and shutting out and clinging to beliefs that may limit us. May we continue to open our hearts and minds with the awareness and courage and humility that recognizes that there is likely a larger picture beyond the one we see, and yet another beyond that, and on and on. Life is so amazing, so amazing when we seek to open our hearts and minds and listen. Bless all the wise ones who illuminate a path of receptivity, lovingkindness, courage, compassion, and love. These are the teachers who help us to remember what we have forgotten. ~ Molly

Do not think that the knowledge you presently possess is changeless, absolute truth. Avoid being narrow-minded and bound to present views. Learn and practice non-attachment from your views in order to be open to receive other's viewpoints. Truth is found in life and not merely in conceptual knowledge. Be ready to learn throughout your entire life and to observe reality in yourself and in the world at all times.

- Thích Nhất Hạnh

from Center for Mindfulness & Justice