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.
THICH NHAT HANHEvery word, every look, every action, and every smile can bring happiness to others.
More Thich Nhat Hanh Quotes
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In the moment when we are able to smile, to look at ourselves with compassion, our world begins to change.
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We are here to awaken from our illusion of separateness.
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It is possible to live twenty-four hours a day in a state of love. Every movement, every glance, every thought, and every word can be infused with love.
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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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Every thought you produce, anything you say, any action you do, it bears your signature.
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The past is gone, the future is not yet here, and if we do not go back to ourselves in the present moment, we cannot be in touch with life.
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Every word, every look, every action, and every smile can bring happiness to others.
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You cannot transmit wisdom and insight to another person. The seed is already there. A good teacher touches the seed, allowing it to wake up, to sprout, and to grow.
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Take my hand. We will walk. We will only walk. We will enjoy our walk without thinking of arriving anywhere.
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Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.
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Letting go gives us freedom and freedom is the only condition for happiness.
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Choose to be in touch with what is wonderful, refreshing, and healing within yourself and around you.
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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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Hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today.
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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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