In true dialogue, both sides are willing to change.
THICH NHAT HANHDeep listening is the kind of listening that can help relieve the suffering of another person.
More Thich Nhat Hanh Quotes
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To think in terms of either pessimism or optimism oversimplifies the truth. The problem is to see reality as it is.
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Smile, breathe and go slowly.
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The quality of our life depends on the quality of the seeds that lie deep in our consciousness.
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We humans have lost the wisdom of genuinely resting and relaxing. We worry too much. We don’t allow our bodies to heal, and we don’t allow our minds and hearts to heal.
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Be angry, it’s okay. To be angry, that is very human. And to learn how to smile at your anger and make peace with your anger is very nice.
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The way you speak to others can offer them joy, happiness, self-confidence, hope, trust, and enlightenment. Mindful speaking is a deep practice.
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The source of a true smile is an awakened mind. Smiling helps you approach the day with gentleness and understanding.
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Most of your suffering comes from the lack of understanding of yourself and others.
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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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Anxiety, the illness of our time, comes primarily from our inability to dwell in the present moment.
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Many people think excitement is happiness. But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.
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Seek peace. When you have peace within, real peace with others will be possible.
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In true love, there is no pride.
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We have more possibilities available in each moment than we realize.
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Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.
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