100 Daily Practices from a Japanese Zen Monk for a Lifetime of Calm and Joy

increase the quality, value, or extent of

This practice not only improves digestion but also enhances your appreciation of the food's flavors.

improveboostelevateheighten

To foster the growth of

Cultivate meaningful relationships.

developnurturefoster

The act or practice of meditating; focused contemplation or reflection

She practices meditation every morning to calm her mind.

contemplationreflectionprayermindfulness

to become involved in; participate in: to engage in politics; to engage in a debate

Engage all your senses as you eat; notice the color, texture, and taste of your food.

take part inparticipate inbe involved in

the state of being aware of something

Transform each meal into a practice of mindfulness.

awarenessconsciousnessobservancealertness

a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an event or something with an uncertain outcome

Additionally, plan your next day's activities, which can help reduce anxiety about the unknown and make your days more productive and purposeful.

nervousnessuneaseworryapprehension

Make or become less; reduce in extent, size, or amount

The number of employees has decreased.

diminishreducelessencurtail

The process of serious thought or consideration

Morning Meditation and Reflection.

contemplationintrospectiondeliberation

a Japanese school of Mahayana Buddhism emphasizing the value of meditation and intuition

He's a Zen Buddhist.

made greater or better

The company made enhanced security measures after the data breach.

improvedincreasedaugmented

Exclusively; without anything else

focus solely

exclusivelyonlypurely

to stay away from someone or something, or prevent something from happening

She tried to avoid answering my questions.

dodgeshunsteer clear of