A Cup of Zen by Kai Tsukimi

A thought-provoking collection of short stories that also act as enlightening self-help, A Cup of Zen: 21 Short Stories to Calm the Mind, Stop Overthinking, and Find Inner Peace by Kai Tsukimi offers up gleaming pearls of self-knowledge and powerful parables in the Zen tradition. From silent monks and pathless wanderers to unfinished artists and clarity hunters, these simple yet penetrating tales express the essence of Zen – acceptance, contentment, stillness, and the unavoidable paradox of seeking. Tsukimi’s profound drafts of wisdom work best when read slowly, allowing their meaning to be integrated into one’s mindset and movements through the world before moving on to the next story. Perfectly paired with evocative ink drawings, concise summaries, and interactive reflection exercises, these poignant stories echo long after their final lines.