Dropping Ashes on The Buddha:The Teaching of Zen Master Seung Sahn [Book Summary & Analysis]

Dropping Ashes on The Buddha: The Teaching of Zen Master Seung Sahn. Compiled & edited by Stephen Mitchell. [Summary & Note Highlights] A note to the reader: The purpose of this summary and analysis is to help you decide if it’s worth the time, money, and effort to read the original book (if you haven’t …

Twelve Step Program for Depression and Addictions

Photo by Francesco Ungaro Everything You Need to Know About the Twelve Step Program for Depression and Addictions The Twelve Step Program is often linked with addiction recovery, but it’s really about personal growth and making positive changes in life. It can help you overcome things like alcohol or drug addiction, gambling, or just about …

The Traveler’s Gift by Andy Andrews Book Summary [Notes]

The Traveler’s Gift by Andy Andrews: Seven Decisions That Determine Personal Success. Summary notes. After losing his full-time job, David Ponder struggled to feed his family and make ends meet. The guilt of not being able to provide for his family drove Ponder to take dangerous risks on an icy road, leading to crashing into …