“Your true self is beyond either relying on others or avoiding them in order to know who you are.”
Quote by Kosho Uchiyama
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Kosho Uchiyama
Kosho Uchiyama, born in 1912 in Japan, was a renowned Zen Buddhist author and lecturer. His works have been well-received by readers, especially his book 'The Beginner's Mind', which has had a profound impact on modern Zen culture. more
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