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Original Fear, Original Desire

Thich Nhat Hanh · July 16, 2009 · New Hamlet, Plum Village, France
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The details of this discussion include the practice of pebble meditation symbolizing freshness, stability, and inner peace, the importance of cultivating calm and freedom to offer happiness and support to others, and the recognition and acceptance of inner suffering through mindfulness. The meditation aims to transform suffering into inner peace by practicing conscious breathing and embracing painful emotions with tenderness. The practice community, or sangha, plays an essential role in offering collective support to recognize and manage suffering. Recognizing primal fears and desires, speaking to the inner child, and living fully in the present moment are key practices to achieve freedom and happiness.

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