Finding Peace and Purpose through Mind Practice: An Interview with Monk Muyeo
Creatrip Team
a year ago
Muyeo, a Buddhist monk residing in Chukseosa Temple in Bonghwa, South Korea, emphasizes the importance of 'mind practice.' He encourages people to deeply contemplate the question "Who am I?" to lead a meaningful life. Despite his age, Muyeo maintains a rigorous schedule, waking up at 1 AM for meditation. For him, encountering and mastering a 'hwadu' (a phrase or question used in Zen practice to focus the mind) is crucial to spiritual development. He reflects on his transition from a corporate life to monasticism, finding fulfillment in detachment from material concerns and embracing true self-awareness. As Buddha's Birthday approaches, Muyeo hopes individuals will realize the power of mind practice to dissolve negativity and cultivate gratitude towards others for a more enlightened way of living.
