Cool Heart Bodhi Path

Author: Zheng Shiyuan
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: The Cool Heart is the innate essence of humanity. It is what keeps us calm and clear-headed, radiating a relaxed and effortless demeanor, as well as vibrant creativity. The so-called Cool Heart does not mean passively escaping life but rather completely transforming our attitude toward life. It involves letting go of the illusory self and attachments, breaking free from our own cocoons, and living a clear-headed and fulfilled life. Due to Professor Zheng Shiyuan's background as a psychologist and educator, he is very skilled at grasping the core of Zen and the progressive methods of its practice. Therefore, his teachings on Zen are straightforward and easily accessible.
— Renowned Comic Artist Cai Zhizhong
Liu Yong's philosophy is to broaden the horizons of young people and give them a sense of "cool." His works have their own unique style, which resonates well with the younger generation. Nan (Huaijin) Lao's teachings are classic and elegant, but they don’t address the trends of our alienated society. His works are like a bottle of mellow wine—sweet and fragrant. What I write comes from my own practice and deep experience. I will never forget to return to this real society.
— Bestselling Author Zheng Shiyuan
As early as 2,500 years ago, Eastern philosophers began to delve deeply into the study and practice of "Zen meditation." Among them, the Buddha of the West went the most thorough. The Buddha not only discovered the causes of human suffering but also proposed practical methods for liberation in this world. This method is achieved through Zen meditation, contemplation, and the practice of daily life, thereby achieving self-control over one’s body and mind. Zen meditation is the foundation of Buddhism. If the Dharma (Buddhist teachings) were to detach from Zen meditation and the practice of daily life, it would become empty and unrealistic speculation. Zen meditation has a certain progressive method, so it is necessary to be introduced to the door by a good Zen master.
Ten years ago, on a summer evening, I had the fortune of listening to Professor Zheng Shiyuan speak about Zen in his home. Amidst the vast collection of Buddhist scriptures, the hall, and the joyful laughter of his harmonious family, I deeply experienced what Zen joy is like. Professor Zheng Shiyuan’s background as a psychologist and educator enables him to skillfully grasp the core of Zen and its progressive methods of practice, making his teachings on Zen straightforward and easily accessible.
Perhaps we may not have the chance to hear Professor Zheng’s lectures, but through his books, we can still gain his insights into Zen meditation and practice, enabling us to achieve personal purification and evolution in this world. We can break free from past experiences, open our minds, and taste the joy of Zen in our daily lives.