Zen Proverb: "Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After ..."

Why This Quote Matters

Anyone who has had a real encounter with carry will recognize something in this. Recognition is the test of whether a quote is actually true.

The best use of a quote like this is not to think about it for a long time. It is to carry it into whatever comes next.

A quiet moment with a good quote is never wasted time.