01/09/2026
Zen isn't about becoming something new.
It's about experiencing what's already here, but without the noise.
At its heart, Zen points to a direct encounter with life itself. No mental stories. No beliefs to defend... just stepping out of constant thinking and meeting reality as it is.
What many people don't realize is that Zen emerged from a blending of Taoism and Buddhism—known in China as Chan. Together, they offered a way to move beyond concepts and into lived experience… helping us sense our true place in the flow of life.
When the mind relaxes its grip, clarity arises naturally.
Presence replaces effort.
And life feels intimate again.
Learn more in the on-demand Introduction to Buddha Palm Training here (link in bio as well):
https://www.holdenqigong.com/p/introduction-to-buddha-palm?utm_medium=social&utm_source=various&utm_campaign=buddha_palm_2026_cohort&utm_term=NOTERM&utm_content=post-4