Koan of the Week

Katie Couric was interviewing Chesley Sullenberger, the U.S.Air pilot who successfully landed his disabled jetliner in the Hudson River, saving the lives of 155 people.

Capt. Sullenberger told her, "The physiological reaction I had to this was strong and I had to force myself to use my training and force calm on the situation."
"Was that a hard thing to do?" Ms. Couric asked.
"No, it just took some concentration.

Master Li Kim's Commentary: I don't know what kind of training pilots get, but we should all try it. If it can force calm in the cockpit of a powerless and falling airplane, it could be quite effective in everyday situations where distractions or anger keep us from our goals.

Master Li Kim's Haiku:

Gray tube, gray water.
Passengers ride to safety
On its outstretched arms.