Zen and ‘Don’t-Know Mind’: Finding Freedom from Anxiety (Hybrid Event)

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Discover the power of a clear mind, deep intuition, and compassionate wisdom with renowned Zen teacher Barbara Rhodes. In this transformative talk, Rhodes introduces the Korean Zen practice of ‘don’t-know mind’—an antidote to the overthinking and overstimulation of modern life that often leads to suffering.

Through practical insights and timeless wisdom, she teaches how to “compost” life’s challenges—digesting difficulties into energy that fuels resilience, clarity, and fulfillment. Learn how to face whatever arises with calm, curiosity, and an open heart. Don’t miss this opportunity to cultivate a more balanced and satisfying life!

Zen Master Soeng Hyang (Barbara Rhodes) is the School Zen Master of the Kwan Um School of Zen and a retired hospice nurse. One of Zen Master Seung Sahn’s first American students, she studied with him beginning in 1972 and received dharma transmission from him in 1992. Rhodes helped found Providence Zen Center and lived there for seventeen years. She continues to teach internationally which includes periodic visits to Chicago. Rhodes recently authored .

The Kwan Um School of Zen’s purpose is to make the practice of Zen as accessible as possible in order to help human beings find their true direction and to help this world.

Join us in person at 1926 N. Main Street, Wheaton, IL 60187 or view the livestream on YouTube or our website.

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