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What does it mean?
The mind is described as something vast and shifting.
In plain terms
The mind is deep and changes like light or water.
What can you take from it?
The mind is complex and changes constantly.

Where it applies

  • meditation
  • artistic creation
  • psychology

Putting it to work

  • observing thoughts
  • accepting change

Questions to consider

  • What is the nature of your mind?
  • How does your mind change?

Another view

It is too vague to offer specific insight.

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