Journal

buddhism
Why Japanese Zen Monks Consider Washing Dishes to be the Highest Form of Meditation
In America, washing the dishes is considered a miserable, boring chore to avoid. Yet, powerful Zen Buddhist monks in Kyoto consider wiping the floor to be the most critical spiritual practice of th...

mental health
Feeling Stuck in Life? The Japanese Cure of "Mitate" (Re-Imagining)
Are you feeling creatively stuck in a rut? Discover the playful Japanese Zen philosophy of "Mitate" (Re-Imagining), which teaches you how to break rigid rules. Plus, learn how to re-imagine savory ...

Cat Lovers
Zen & The Feline Spirit: The Hidden Meanings of Japanese Cat Ceramics
Upgrade your cat collection. Discover the untold Japanese legends of lucky black cats and sailor's guardians, beautifully crafted into authentic ceramics for a mindful, Neo-Japandi home.