Many adult learners are spouses, significant others, parents, and/or employees with conflicting priorities while they pursue a higher education degree. The attainment of a higher education degree can be difficult for any learner regardless of age and education experience. To find balance in life, one must inventory his or her life activities and accord the activities a balance of one's finite time. This paper explores approaches that bring a balance and quality of life to adult learners through a Zen attitude as they pursue their education. A Zen attitude can have a positive impact in the quality of the education experience for the adult learner. It can help to maintain a balance and quality of life for the adult learner. [For the complete proceedings, see ED590245.]