In every mind a Saint -- Chan (Zen) Buddhism: Apathy is not Non-attachment

Monday, August 4, 2008

Apathy is not Non-attachment

Non-attachment is not to ignore our feelings or not to allow us to express emotions. It is like a good doctor's mind in treating or operating on a patient with severe illness. One can be sympathetic and caring, but without being hampered by the possible adverse outcome of the event and instead... Sign in to see full entry.

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