Nowhere To Hide Nothing To Hold
In this episode, I explore the Buddhist concept of groundlessness and what it means to have "nowhere to hide, nothing to hold." Drawing from a Zen koan about a master's unconventional answer to a student's question, I discuss how suffering arises from our attachment to views and stories, and how true liberation comes from accepting unsatisfactoriness as a fundamental aspect of life. I also delve into the idea of Buddhism as a non-theistic tradition, contrasting the "kite" and "bird" analogies, and reinterpreting the concept of "taking refuge" in the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha as personal empowerment, wise teachings, and supportive community, respectively. Ultimately, I share how embracing vulnerability and becoming "good at feeling" all emotions, rather than seeking only pleasant experiences, has led to a profound shift in my own understanding and practice.
