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Embracing Anger - Riverside Church

Thich Nhat Hanh · September 25, 2001 · Riverside Church, New York, United States
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This talk details breathing techniques to calm emotions and embrace life, mindfulness to transform anger, recognizing universal suffering, and practicing compassionate listening. Reflecting on Vietnam and interactions with American leaders, it emphasizes wisdom over anger and fostering reconciliation. Mindfulness in daily activities, mindful breathing, and acknowledging suffering are key. Buddhist psychology teaches nurturing seeds of wisdom and compassion to alleviate suffering. Deep listening fosters empathy and understanding in relationships and politics. Mindful consumption impacts emotions and collective health. Identifying wholesome desires leads to happiness. Transform anger through compassion, forgiveness, and mindfulness, embracing wisdom to heal oneself and others.

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