Zen proverb: "The cup must be empty to receive tea."

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The cup must be empty to receive tea.
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The cup must be empty to receive tea. — Zen proverb

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Why This Quote Matters

A lot of mindfulness writing says the right words without actually meaning them. This is different. The line about receive earns its place.

Notice the feeling that comes up when you sit with it for a moment. That reaction tells you something useful about where you are right now.

The right words have a way of showing up at the right time. This one found you today.

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