In Fukanzazengi (Principles of Seated Meditation), Dogen wrote “You have gained the pivotal opportunity of human form. Do not pass your days and nights in vain. You are taking care of the essential activity of the Buddha Way.”

Senior Student Charlie Jodo encourages us to take this to heart – to go deeply into our practice, to realize our nature, and offer it to the world. Freeing yourself is not a self-serving activity. We open our hearts for everyone. This moment, this day, this life matters, for all beings.