Thich Nhat Hanh
Embrace Reality
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.
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 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