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"Embracing Silence: Mindfulness in the Present Moment"

Thich Nhat Hanh · July 16, 1992 · Upper Hamlet, Plum Village, France
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This talk details the significance of silence as a practice, akin to savoring a meal without distractions, allowing us to deeply appreciate life’s moments and connections. Silence involves cultivating inner stillness amidst life’s noise, embracing peaceful silence rather than oppressive silence. Mindfulness and breathing practices, like enjoying the bell’s sound, help nurture inner silence and happiness. The present moment holds enlightenment, peace, and happiness, requiring mindful arrival and letting go of future worries. Practice involves nurturing positive seeds in consciousness, mindful breathing, and mindful walking, benefiting ourselves and future generations. Mindfulness involves stopping negative mental projections and embracing peaceful presence, supported by Dharma teachings and collective practice. Enjoy mindful walking meditation, embrace joyful silence, and unite in mindful rituals, transforming surroundings into nourishing spaces.

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