To think in terms of either pessimism or optimism oversimplifies the truth. The problem is to see reality as it is.
THICH NHAT HANHThe Seven Factors of Awakening are mindfulness, investigation of phenomena, diligence, joy, ease, concentration, and letting go.
More Thich Nhat Hanh Quotes
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In true love, there is no pride.
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Without suffering, you have no way to learn how to be understanding and compassionate.
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Birth is okay and death is okay, if we know that they are only concepts in our mind. Reality transcends both birth and death.
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Without being peace, we cannot do anything for peace. If we cannot smile, we cannot help other people to smile. If we are not peaceful, then we cannot contribute to the peace movement.
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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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Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.
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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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In true dialogue, both sides are willing to change.
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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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Breathing in, I calm body and mind. Breathing out, I smile. Dwelling in the present moment I know this is the only moment.
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When you learn how to suffer, you suffer much less.
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Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful.
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As we cultivate peace and happiness in ourselves, we also nourish peace and happiness in those we love.
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People suffer because they are caught in their views. As soon as we release those views, we are free and we don’t suffer anymore.
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Human beings are not our enemy. Our enemy is not the other person. Our enemy is the violence, ignorance, and injustice in us and in the other person.
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