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Going Home to Restore Peace Within Ourselves

Thich Nhat Hanh · July 18, 2002 · Plum Village, France
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This talk details the importance of mindfulness in recognizing and harmonizing the multitude of beings and aspects within ourselves, including the 51 mental formations like love, hatred, compassion, and fear. Mindfulness leads to concentration and insight, fostering inner peace and harmony. Buddhist meditation emphasizes embracing all aspects of ourselves and nurturing our inner kingdom to maintain peace. Mindful consumption is crucial to nourish our minds and bodies. Understanding and compassion, guided by mindfulness, can dissolve anger and violence, fostering harmony in relationships and society. Through practices like breathing, walking meditation, and mindful consumption, we cultivate awareness and empathy, crucial for leaders and society to achieve unity and peace.

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