“When we look at the ocean, we see that each wave has a

beginning and an end. A wave can be compared with other

waves, and we can call it more or less beautiful, higher or

lower, longer lasting or less long lasting. But if we look more

deeply, we see that a wave is made of water. While living the

life of a wave, it also lives the life of water. It would be sad if

the wave did not know that it is water. It would think; Some

day, I will have to die. This period of time is my life span, and

when I arrive at the shore, I will return to nonbeing. These

notions will cause the wave fear and anguish. We have to help

it remove the notions of self, person, living being, and life

span if we want the wave to be free and happy.” (The Heart of

the Buddha’s Teaching, 124.)