To think in terms of either pessimism or optimism oversimplifies the truth. The problem is to see reality as it is.
THICH NHAT HANHAnxiety, the illness of our time, comes primarily from our inability to dwell in the present moment.
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When we change our daily lives – the way we think, speak and act – we change the world.
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A true partner or friend is one who encourages you to look deep inside yourself for the beauty and love you’ve been seeking.
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When you learn how to suffer, you suffer much less.
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Silence is something that comes from your heart, not from outside. Silence doesn’t mean not talking and not doing things; it means that you are not disturbed inside. If you’re truly silent, then no matter what situation you find yourself in you can enjoy the silence.
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The Seven Factors of Awakening are mindfulness, investigation of phenomena, diligence, joy, ease, concentration, and letting go.
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Many people are alive but don’t touch the miracle of being alive.
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Without suffering, you have no way to learn how to be understanding and compassionate.
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We will be more successful in all our endeavors if we can let go of the habit of running all the time, and take little pauses to relax and re-center ourselves. And we’ll also have a lot more joy in living.
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In true love, you attain freedom.
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Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos – the trees, the clouds, everything.
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I promise myself that I will enjoy every minute of the day that is given me to live.
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Life is a miracle, and being aware of simply this can already make us very happy.
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Be Yourself. Life is precious as it is. All the elements for your happiness are already here. There is no need to run, strive, search, or struggle. Just Be.
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In true love, there is no pride.
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Because you are alive, everything is possible.
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