In this Fusatsu dharma talk, “Where the Lotus Blooms,” Myoko Roshi looks at the ever growing importance for each of us to take the time to honestly reflect inward – to look at and take responsibility for our own transgressions and mistakes – especially now in this turbulent time. Transformation is born from our acknowledgement and atonement, which thankfully does not mean self flagellation. With lies flying wildly all around us, she looks at the precept of Not Lying. How easily we can each slip into not honestly seeing ourselves and acknowledging truths that we’d rather not see of how we hurt ourselves and others. Engaging here is where the lotus blooms, in the ground of our vulnerability and interdependence.