“A flower doesn’t think of competing with the flower next to it; it just blooms...”
The pair just stood there side by side, peacefully complementing each other instead of enviously competing with one another
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| Two yellow flowers amidst green leaves © Nick Karean |
As I captured on camera and gazed at the beauty of these two bright yellow flowers amidst the verdant foliage of lush green leaves, I was reminded to look deeper beyond the obvious and reflect upon nature’s profound wisdom.
The pair just stood there side by side, peacefully complementing each other instead of enviously competing with one another.
I felt a sense of gratitude as I connected with the two who helped me self-reflect… how nature’s lessons of humility can teach us to live in peace and harmony… if we just take the time to stop and listen attentively.
“A flower doesn’t think of competing with the flower next to it. It just blooms.”
KOSHIN OGUI, ZEN SHIN TALKS
The flowers’ eco-friendly nature, symbolizing an ego-free way of life, just basking in the sun and swaying in the gentle breeze, is an inspiration for all of us to live by… and even mirror its message… in our way of life.
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| Two yellow flowers amidst green leaves © Nick Karean |
Growth isn’t a competition, and comparison breeds insecurity. You need not outshine others. You just cultivate and blossom where you’re planted.
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