Zen: The Art of Simple Living
by Shunmyo Masuno
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Index Topics & Notes
- Definition: A Buddhist teaching - the three poisons of greed, anger, and ignorance.
- Insight: The three poisons are at the root of human suffering, and we cannot find peace.
- Insight: If we have greed, once we have attained what we desire, we will be left wanting more.
- Insight: Anger makes us snap at the slightest things, and we can take it out on others.
- Insight: Ignorance leads to foolish actions.
- Principle: Keep desires and anger in check, and strive to understand the nature of things.
- Principle: Aim to discard the three poisons and live happily and freely.
- Principle: When you notice any of the three poisons start to show, pause and regulate your breathing.
