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3613: 5 Inspirations for Being in the Moment by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Meditation and Mindfulness

3613: 5 Inspirations for Being in the Moment by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Meditation and Mindfulness

Update: 2025-05-28
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Episode 3613:


Leo Babauta offers five vivid inspirations to help us reconnect with the present moment, from the playful focus of children to the mindful precision of Zen monks. Through relatable examples and simple wisdom, he reminds us that joy and calm are found not in overthinking, but in fully engaging with what's right in front of us.


Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/5-inspirations-for-being-in-the-moment/


Quotes to ponder:


"Children. There’s no one better at being present than a child."


"Be like a cat."


"The Zen state is the sweeping."


Episode references:


Alan Watts - Quote Source: https://www.alanwatts.org

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3613: 5 Inspirations for Being in the Moment by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Meditation and Mindfulness

3613: 5 Inspirations for Being in the Moment by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Meditation and Mindfulness

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