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Philosophy•December 02, 2024
Zen Gardens & Military Science: The Mindfulness of Precision
Vineet Kumar• 6 min read
"The exactness required to rake gravel in Kyoto mirrors the disciplined care a soldier gives to inspecting parachutes and optical gear."
Mindfulness under Pressure
Whether inspecting field radios or raking Zen gardens, mindfulness is the practice of giving 100% of your awareness to the single task at hand.
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