“When we listen as if we were in a temple and give attention to one another as if each person were our teacher, honoring his or her words as valuable and sacred, all kinds of great possibilities awaken. Even miracles can happen. To act in the world most effectively, our actions cannot come from our small sense of self, our limited identity, our hopes, and our fears. Rather, we must listen to a greater possibility and cultivate actions connected with our highest intentions from the patient and compassionate Buddha within us. We must learn to be in touch with something greater than ourselves, whether we call it the Tao, God, the dharma, or the law of nature. There is a deep current of truth that we can hear. When we listen and act in accordance with this truth, no matter what happens, our actions will be right.”
—Jack Kornfield, from A Path With Heart
I’m happy that this quote found another appreciative home; and thank you for the generous crediting link back to Learning To Listen’s website – it’s much appreciated. Thank you for sharing your many gifts and work with this world.
And of course, thank you for listening,
Learning To Listen Yoga & Meditation Collective