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The Zen master’s insightful explanation follows: our minds are akin to restless monkeys, leaping from one thought to another. In trying to contain or fight these thoughts, we only give them more power. By observing our thoughts without judgment or attachment, we allow them to dissipate like clouds drifting across the sky. This critical shift—embracing thoughts rather than resisting them—opens the door to tranquility.