Yes!

Why?

Because words are powerful. Just a few can change you're perspective. Lift your mood. Inspire you......

Over the years I've collected lots of inspirational quotes and stories - by very experienced teachers.

Just scroll down this page to see the best....

These quotes work very well with the easy meditation techniques. They'll help you meditate better.

So remember to come back here regularly. Especially if you're following the Modern Meditation Course

And of course let me know how you get on....

12 of the Best Meditation Quotes

What's the right attitude for meditation? How important is your posture? What is breathing meditation really about?

Find out here - in 12 of my favourite quotes. By some very experienced teachers.

Meditation Quotes - Stories to Help You Meditate

What happens when you try too hard? Even if it's meditation. You can find out in this famous famous Zen parable.......

The Best Life Quotes

Worried about the future? Want to deal with your problems? Or just want to understand why your thoughts bother you?. Then read the best life quotes...

Tao Quotes - Inspiration for Life

Tao is a very practical way of seeing the world. But it's not a science or religion. What happens if you follow Tao?

• You'll be more content
• You won't look outside yourself for fulfilment
• You let life unfold naturally. You don't force things.

Tao Quotes - on The Art of Effortless Effort

Ever felt like everything is too difficult. Too much effort? Then read this famous Tao story - its one of my favourites....

9 Zen Sayings - to Help You Meditate

Many seem to be riddles. But you're not supposed to solve them. At least not with your rational mind.....

Zen Quotes - Why Don't They Make Sense?

Is it intentional? Sometimes Zen seems to go out of it's way to contradict itself.

Is it just to drive us round the bend - or is there a method to their madness? Find out here.

Buddhism Quotes - for A Modern World

Find out....

• How Practical is Buddhism?
• What is Emptiness?
• How to Find Peace?
• How Valuable is Simplicity - Really?

Healing Quotes

Get advice on .....

• Choosing Your Own Way
• The Meaning Of Life
• Do You Have To Try So Hard?
• Why Worry?
• What Can Really Go Wrong

Henry David Thoreau Quotes

Thoreau was a famous philosopher, environmentalist and meditator from the later 19th century. He's influenced Ghandi, Tolstoy and maybe you....

What are Your Favourite Meditation Quotes and Stories?

Do you have a quote? Something that's inspired you. Made a difference? Made life better?

Why not share it? And also why it made a difference. How it helped you....

What's Your Best Meditation Book?

Have you read a great meditation book? Or maybe not so great.

Maybe its a down to earth guide. Some great meditation tips. Or an inspirational biography.

Whatever it is - I'd love to hear ...

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