Washing Dishes for Enlightenment: ADHD & Zen

Daniel has ADHD and struggles with traditional sit-down meditation, but he finds himself slipping into a peaceful, meditative state during repetitive chores like doing the dishes. Is this a legitimate form of practice, or just zoning out? We explore the Zen concept of *shikantaza* ("just sitting"), Thich Nhat Hanh’s famous "wash the dishes to wash the dishes" philosophy, and the Theravada practice of noting. We also break down the psychology of "automaticity" and how the brain’s default mode network (DMN) plays a role. If you’ve ever wondered if your laundry folding counts as meditation, this episode is for you.