by Kim Ort | Oct 19, 2020 | Contemplation, Inspiration, People, Topics, Zen Buddhism
“The intangible represents the real power of the universe. It is the seed of the tangible. It is living void because all forms come out of it, and whosoever realizes the void is filled with life and power and the love of all beings.“ ~ Bruce Lee via Brain Pickings...
by Kim Ort | Aug 23, 2017 | Contemplation, Contemplative Photographers, Inspiration, People, Spirituality, Zen Buddhism
You can find much written about photographer, editor, and teacher Minor White (1908 – 1976). He was one of the most influential photographers and teachers in the latter half of the 20th century. I even wrote a post about him for my contemplative photographer...
by Kim Ort | May 18, 2016 | Humility, Photography, Practices, Spirituality, Zen Buddhism
During the meditation and writing retreat at Upaya Zen Center, we spent much of the day in silence. We could speak at dinner if we chose to, but breakfast and lunch were always in silence. During this time, we acknowledged others and the spaces we inhabited...
