BEING METICULOUS IS NOT BASED ON FEAR

Cessation and salvation come to you as you become a reasonable
person. You become reasonable and meticulous because you cease to be
sloppy and careless. Therefore, there is a sense of relief.
Meticulousness is exemplified by oryoki practice, a formal style of
serving and eating food that has its origins in Zen Buddhism. In this
practice you are aware of everything that is being done, every move.
At the same time, you are not uptight, for once you become
self-conscious, you begin to forget the oryoki procedures. This logic
also applies to keeping your room tidy, taking care of your clothing,
taking care of your lifestyle altogether. Being meticulous is not
based on fear; it is based on natural mindfulness.

From Chapter Seven, "Meditation as the Path to Buddhahood" in THE
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