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Coming Home to the Present Moment: The Art of Mindful Breathing and Living

Public Talk at Haifa - Do Thái

Thich Nhat Hanh · May 21, 1997 · Haifa, Israel Partly reviewed Tech notes

This talk details finding stability within oneself through mindful breathing and embracing solidity, firmness, and freedom akin to a mountain, earth, and blooming flower. It emphasizes cultivating mindfulness to release irritation, anger, and fear, reflecting truth calmly like still water. True love in Buddhism is explored through four elements: loving-kindness (Maitri), compassion (Karuna), joy, and equanimity. Maitri involves deeply understanding others’ needs, while Karuna focuses on alleviating suffering. Meditation, mindfulness in daily activities, and caring for one’s body and emotions are crucial for inner peace. The Buddha teaches practicing mindfulness to embrace one’s inner conflicts and cultivate gratitude. Inner harmony fosters peaceful relationships and societal unity. Understanding interdependence and practicing mindful communication can overcome anger and suspicion. Embrace interconnectedness, transforming fear and anger into love and compassion, fostering reconciliation and peace.

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Coming Home to the Present Moment: The Art of Mindful Breathing and Living

May 22, 1997 • English • Thich Nhat Hanh, Sangha Member, Sister Chân Không, Sangha Singing

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Learning to Sing: Breathing In, Breathing Out

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Sister Chân Không

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Thich Nhat Hanh

Embracing Life's Preciousness

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Sangha Member

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Thich Nhat Hanh

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Sangha Member

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Thich Nhat Hanh

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Loving Kindness: The First Element of True Love

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Compassion: The Second Element of True Love

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Joy and Equanimity: The Third and Fourth Element of True Love

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The Five Objects of Our Love

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The Journey of Self-Love

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Mindful Body Awareness

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Embracing and Caring for Our Body

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Healing Through Mindful Practice

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The Inner Kingdom

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The Essence of Mindfulness

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Embracing With Mindfulness

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The Path to Ending Suffering

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The Importance of Community

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Peace Within and Beyond

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Practicing Mindful Communication

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Observing Interdependence

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Embracing Interbeing

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Transforming Conflict with Compassion

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The Way of Peace and Co-existence

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Transformation Amidst Adversity

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Chân Không Sings "I Smile to the Stars"

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Sister Chân Không

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