Aah yes, basic Zen.

Recently I've been going to school feeling stressed out and simply worrying too much about silly little things in my everyday life, most predominately: getting my dick wet. My worrying had a negative effect from everything from my relationships with others to my mental and physical ability.

The study of Zen has helped me a lot with my worrying, stress and my day to day perception of self and the reality that is my life. I sincerely recommend taking a look and see where you take it.

Here are just a few concepts
Detached mind: detaching from expectations, judging others, the need for approval or control
Living in the moment: Go with the flow, there is only the now
What is, is: Accepting the truth

I recommend the audio book by Dick Stutphen "Self Master" (he has others), or the book 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance', Robert M. Pirsig, but I'm sure theres great resources on the web :-)

I've also gotten into the habit of meditation. It feels very awkward and pointless at first, but after learning you're going into a different state of mind and giving it a shot a few times I feel absolutely great afterwards.

I'd love to hear any sites, books, or experiences you've had with Zen.

And remember:
It is your Resistance to What Is, that causes your suffering.