Posts tagged 'Wisdom'

Having lived in a Buddhist country for over 23 years now, I feel it's time to share my insights on this ancient and profound religion. Buddhism has also gained significant popularity in the Western world, prompting me to write this article for those who might be curious about its teachings. While my experience is rooted in the context of Thailand, I aim to discuss Buddhism as a whole and present it in simple, accessible language.

I was taking my daily walk in nature with my dog a while ago and I was contemplating how many of the things that I could see, could I actually consume? There are so many things that we walk past potentially every day that perhaps we’re not even aware have actual health benefits. Our ancestors knew! There are Dandelions, Chickweed, Purslane, Wood Sorrel, Yarrow and many others. Our focus today, is Nettles.

I believe that in a world that glorifies knowledge and certainty, embracing the power of not knowing everything may seem counterintuitive. However, there is a profound wisdom in accepting our limitations, whatever they may be and embracing the uncertainty that comes with it. This journey of acknowledging our lack of omniscience opens up avenues for personal and collective growth, which can aid in fostering resilience, adaptability, and a deeper understanding of ourselves, this human experience and this beautiful world we live in.