Don't Expect Applause

[Jinyo]

Thank you Andy,



Willow

[Myoku]

Only now found your post, Kokuu,
thank you for sharing and interesting how we could have so similar thoughts.
Be well & Gassho
Myoku

[Fugu]

Thanks Andy. I want to write something about how nice and wise your words are ... but am I doing you a disservice by complimenting you?

Gassho, Jundo

I believe in Don't Expect Applause, but I also believe that when we DO get it, we should Appreciate It Greatly.

Man is a social animal. We have an innate need to be seen, heard and validated. That doesn't go away once we start to sit. If we ignore that fact, then a piece of our practice is missing.

I always enjoy Andy's posts. He always gives me something to think about, not just worn-out zen cliche's. So here's looking at you, kid.....

Gassho,
Lee

[Entai]

There's nothing that I can add, other than my gratitude for this discussion. I find it very helpful.

Gassho, Entai

[Rich]

Thanks Andy for bringing up this very important point.



Kind regards. /\

[RichardH]

Receiving praise feels just as squirmy as receiving blame, maybe even squirmier.

Gassho Daizan

[Byokan]

Receiving praise feels just as squirmy as receiving blame, maybe even squirmier.

Gassho Daizan

Yes, I agree Daizan. Squirmier.

Gassho,
Lisa