In a culture that is focused on consumerism and at this time of year of purchasing "gifts" I know that a topic on Emptiness may seem out of sync.  But then again why not bring some balance in the culture and season?

I'm inspired to speak of emptiness from a slide show that is going around called The Principles of Emptiness.    In this piece we are asked some very poignant questions. 

·         Have you got the habit of hoarding useless objects, thinking that one day, who knows when, you may need them?

·         Have you got the habit of accumulating money, and not spending it because you think that in the future you may be in want of it?

·         Have you got the habit of storing clothes, shoes, furniture, utensils and other home supplies that you haven't used already for some time?

·         And inside yourself...:  Have you got the habit to keep reproaches, resentment, sadness and fears and more?