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“Do we need to make a special effort to enjoy the beauty of the blue sky? Do we have to practice to be able to enjoy it? No, we just enjoy it. Each second, each minute of our lives can be like this. Wherever we are, any time, we have the capacity to enjoy the sunshine, the presence of each other, even the sensation of our breathing. We don't need to go to China to enjoy the blue sky. We don't have to travel into the future to enjoy our breathing. We can be in touch with these things right now.”

Quote by Nhat Hanh

Book:Being Peace

Work

Being Peace is a classic work by Thich Nhat Hanh that introduces the principles of mindfulness and meditation as practical tools for achieving personal and global peace. The book emphasizes the importance of being present in each moment, transforming suffering through awareness, and fostering loving-kindness. It offers simple exercises and reflections to integrate peace into everyday activities, encouraging readers to become agents of harmony in their own lives and communities. more

Author

Thich Nhat Hanh is a Vietnamese-French monk, writer, and peace activist. Born on October 11, 1926, he is a prominent figure in the Zen Buddhist tradition, known for his simple yet profound teachings and advocacy for peace. more

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