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"Interbeing and Mindfulness in the Hamlet: Walking, Picking, and Connecting"

Thich Nhat Hanh · August 4, 1997 · Upper Hamlet, Plum Village, France
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This talk details reflections on meditation practices in Upper Hamlet and Lower Hamlet, emphasizing mindfulness and interconnectedness. Walking meditation among children in sunflower fields and mindful plum picking are highlighted. The profound concept of interbeing teaches interconnectedness, urging true presence in meditation and daily activities. Mantras like “Darling, I’m here for you” foster genuine connection. Buddhist teachings on interconnectedness, emptiness, and mindfulness are explored, touching on Nagarjuna’s insights and the interconnected nature of perception. The essence of interconnectedness transcends birth and death, urging harmony and mutual care, as seen in the unity of Israelis and Palestinians. Recognizing interconnectedness in traditions like Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, the talk invites deep contemplation and mindfulness to embrace the ultimate dimension and interconnected essence of all beings.

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