These eleven classic anecdotes demonstrate the relevance of Zen to 21st–century life. Osho bypasses the rational mind and speaks directly to the heart, showing how in Zen any situation can be used to become more aware, more conscious, more alive.From the professor so full of his own ideas that he has no room for any new learning, to the monastery cook who solves a koan by kicking over a jug of water, readers will see themselves, their friends, and even modern–day celebrities and politicians reflected in the characters who populate these fascinating Zen stories. In each talk, after discussing the story, Osho responds to questions from his audience abou