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Cultivating Right View

Thich Nhat Hanh · December 2, 2004 · Lower Hamlet, Plum Village, France
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This talk details the importance of building a beautiful past by understanding the interconnectedness of thoughts, words, and actions in shaping the past, present, and future. It emphasizes cultivating positive thoughts, words, and actions rooted in compassion and kindness, highlighting karma’s role in this process. Through practices like retreats and Dharma talks, nurturing seeds of understanding and compassion allows for reconciliation and healing in relationships. True loving speech stems from genuine compassion, and practicing with a Sangha offers support and encouragement. Recognizing impermanence and interconnectedness leads to right view, essential for guiding behavior towards compassion and forgiveness. Reflect deeply to see others’ suffering, practice speaking with love and understanding, and create positive change in yourself and the world.

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