00:00Once upon a time, there was a young boy named Koji.
00:04He was always curious about the world and wanted to find answers to life's big questions.
00:10One day, he heard about a wise Zen master who lived on the highest hill in the village.
00:15Determined to learn from the master, Koji decided to visit him.
00:20Koji climbed up the hill and found the Zen temple where the master lived.
00:24With eager eyes and a hopeful heart, Koji asked the master,
00:27Master, how can I find Zen?
00:31The master, a gentle old man with a sparkle in his eye, smiled at Koji's enthusiasm.
00:38Ten years, he said calmly.
00:41Koji's determination only grew stronger.
00:44But what if I work even harder, master?
00:46How soon can I find Zen then? Koji asked.
00:50The master paused for a moment before answering.
00:53Twenty years.
00:54Confused but not giving up, Koji asked again.
00:59Master, what if I give all my time to the practice?
01:03How long would it take then?
01:05The master nodded and replied.
01:07Thirty years.
01:09Koji felt sad and couldn't help but ask.
01:12Master, I don't understand.
01:14The more I promise to work hard, the longer it seems to take.
01:18Why is that?
01:19The master looked at Koji with a calm smile.
01:23When you have one eye fixed on the goal, you only have one eye left for your path, he said gently.
01:30Koji thought about the master's words and realized the truth in them.
01:35He understood that focusing only on the end result wouldn't help him find true understanding.
01:40Instead, he needed to enjoy the journey itself with all its ups and downs.
01:44Imagine you're climbing a tall tree.
01:48Your goal is to reach the top and get the sweet, juicy fruit waiting there, the master said.
01:53But if you keep looking up at the fruit, thinking about how tasty it will be when you get it, you might lose your balance and fall.
02:02Instead, focus on each step you take as you climb.
02:05Pay attention to where you put your hands and feet, feel the rough bark under your fingers, and breathe in the fresh air around you.
02:14Enjoy the process of climbing, knowing that with each step, you're getting closer to your goal.
02:21In life, it's like climbing that tree.
02:23If you focus too much on the reward at the end, you might miss out on the journey itself.
02:28So whether you're learning something new, practicing a skill, or working toward a goal, remember to focus on the effort you put in along the way.
02:38Enjoy the process, learn from it, and celebrate every step forward you take.
02:44Koji listened to the master's words, his heart full of new understanding.
02:49He thanked the master and left the temple, his spirit renewed, and his mind at peace.
02:55He was ready to enjoy the journey, no matter how long it might take.
03:00Because sometimes, the true reward lies in the effort itself.
03:05With this wisdom, Koji started his journey towards understanding Zen.
03:09He looked at life in a new way, focusing not just on the destination, but also on the journey.
03:15And so, Koji learned the true meaning of Zen.
03:19Not just reaching a goal, but the effort, the struggles, and the journey that leads to it.
03:25This understanding made him happy, and helped him become a better person in every part of his life.
03:31His story reminds us that it's not just about reaching the top, but about enjoying the climb.
03:36For in the journey, not the destination, lies the true reward of Zen.
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