While some of us are sitting sesshin this coming week, whenever you think of us, please stop for a moment and take a mindful breath, or several. Look around and appreciate the blessings that you are receiving this very moment. And reflect on what you are offering this very moment – in support of us in sesshin, and in support of all beings where you are. If you’d like to join in this season of Rohatsu sesshin, and celebrate Buddha awakening, add another period of zazen to your daily practice and dedicate it to the well-being of all the great variety of beings who are sharing this moment on Earth with you. This is the opportunity that receiving a human life offers to us all.
