Do not arouse disdainful mind when you prepare a broth of wild grasses; do not arouse joyful mind when you prepare a fine cream soup.
Dogen – [Emotions]


Do not follow the ideas of others, but learn to listen to the voice within yourself. Your body and mind will become clear and you will realize the unity of all things.
Dogen – [Ideas]


You should study not only that you become a mother when your child is born, but also that you become a child.
Dogen – [Children]