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World Tai Chi and Qigong Day has begun in Lewes, Delaware!

Don't Take It Personally. Let It Go.

Even the greatest beings are misunderstood.

One day, as Buddha sat peacefully under the Bodhi tree, a meditation practitioner, jealous of his wisdom and presence, hurled insults at him. Still, Buddha remained calm, unmoved. The man, frustrated, spat on Buddha's face and stormed away.

Hours later, he returned and was surprised to see the mucus still there. He asked, “You’re so patient, but why didn’t you wipe it off?”

Buddha gently replied, “I don’t know if you spit on me, or on yourself.”

In that moment, the man was stunned. His heart opened. He sat down, humbled, and later became one of Buddha’s devoted students.

This is the power of not taking things personally. When others project their pain, it's not about you — it's about their own story. When you can remain centered and compassionate, you step into true freedom.

Let love and wisdom guide your response. 🌿
“What others throw at you is their burden. What you hold onto is yours.”

Many Blessings,
Chunyi Lin

Our Silver Lotus family is heartbroken over the loss of our long-time friend and faculty member, Silvia Ritchie. Silvia first became involved in Silver Lotus yoga classes in 2000, joined our tai chi and qigong classes a few years later, and then became certified to teach. She and her close friend, Maryann Meyer, co-taught classes for many years at CAMP Rehoboth and Coolspring Presbyterian Church, and everyone loved her. We will truly miss Silvia’s joyful, compassionate, and generous presence.

Silvia Welti Ritchie, never met a stranger Silvia Welti Ritchie, 82, of Lewes, beloved stepmother, grandmother, and friend to countless, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026, after a brief illness. Silvia was born in Zurich, Switzerland, July 5, 1943. The name Silvia translates to spirit of...

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