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Without accepting the fact that everything changes, we cannot find perfect composure. But unfortunately, although it is
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"Without accepting the fact that everything changes, we cannot find perfect composure. But unfortunately, although it is true, it is difficult for us to accept it. Because we cannot accept the truth of transience, we suffer"

- Shunryu Suzuki

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This quote by Shunryu Suzuki talks to the idea that accepting change is essential to finding peace and satisfaction in life. He acknowledges that it is difficult to accept the reality of transience, as it suggests that nothing is long-term which all things will ultimately concern an end. This can be a hard idea to grapple with, as it can cause feelings of unhappiness and loss. However, Suzuki recommends that by accepting the reality that whatever modifications, we can find perfect composure. This is since when we accept that modification is inevitable, we can discover to appreciate today minute and all that it needs to provide. We can also find out to let go of our accessory to things that will ultimately pass away, and instead focus on the joy and appeal that can be discovered in today.

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Japan Flag This quote is written / told by Shunryu Suzuki between May 18, 1904 and December 4, 1971. He/she was a famous Leader from Japan. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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