When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help. That’s the message he is sending.
THICH NHAT HANHFear keeps us focused on the past or worried about the future.
More Thich Nhat Hanh Quotes
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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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Many people are alive but don’t touch the miracle of being alive.
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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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Mindful time spent with the person we love is the fullest expression of true love and real generosity.
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Most of your suffering comes from the lack of understanding of yourself and others.
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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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Your presence is a miracle.
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If you love someone but rarely make yourself available to him or her, that is not true love.
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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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When you love someone, the best thing you can offer is your presence. How can you love if you are not there?
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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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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 dialogue, both sides are willing to change.
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Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful.
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