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Public Talk

Thich Nhat Hanh · August 17, 2013 · Canada
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This talk details practicing mindfulness through breathing, singing, meditation, and compassionate listening to foster inner peace and alleviate suffering. It emphasizes embracing one’s true self, recognizing interconnectedness, and cultivating compassion by acknowledging and gently holding one’s pain. Avalokiteshvara embodies compassionate listening, aiding in understanding and alleviating others’ suffering. Mindfulness retreats foster reconciliation, evident in Plum Village’s teachings. The Buddha teaches mindful breathing to release past and future worries, cultivating present moment joy. Happiness arises from mindfulness, recognizing interconnectedness, and embracing suffering to foster empathy. Compassionate listening and loving speech heal relationships, fostering global peace. The Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation supports mindfulness initiatives globally, advocating for compassionate societies and opposing practices like the death penalty.

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