“Everything we do, think, or say creates a ripple. Not one moment is wasted. Not one breath is forgotten.” - Gab

When most people hear the word “karma,” they assume it means punishment. A cosmic slap on the wrist for something they did wrong.

But in the Buddhist teachings—especially as taught by Thích Nhất Hạnh—karma is far more compassionate, and far more empowering.

Karma means action. And not just physical action—every thought, every word, every choice of the heart.

Everything we do, think, or say creates a ripple. Not one moment is wasted. Not one breath is forgotten.

This is not a reason to fear karma.
It’s a reason to honor it. To become intentional. To realize that every loving thought is an act of liberation.

Thầy taught us:

“Raising a thought of compassion is a beautiful karma.
Speaking words that relieve doubt and suffering is a beautiful karma.
Helping someone in pain is a beautiful karma.”

In a world where it's easy to feel powerless, this is a profound reminder:
You are powerful.

Because your actions matter. Not just to your future—but to the lineage of love and healing you are passing down to your children, students, and the world.

Let your kindness become a lineage.
Let your courage ripple through generations.

May your karma not just be good—
May it be beautiful.

A Zen Master's contemplations on Karma.