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Purify the Body and Mind

Thich Nhat Hanh · March 10, 2011 · Lower Hamlet, Plum Village, France
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The details of this discussion explore universal love and the purification of the body and mind through meditation, essential for eliminating suffering and tensions. Mindfulness unites body and mind, recognizing their interdependence. Contemplation of the body helps to understand the mind, and conscious breathing, taught in sixteen exercises, improves mindfulness and concentration. Total relaxation is crucial for healing, practiced even while walking or cooking. Mindfulness eliminates negative emotions like anger and hatred, replacing them with compassion. A healthy community, or sangha, helps to transform and purify the mind, protecting against negative influences. The five mindfulness trainings guide towards a happy life, free from toxicity. Nirvana, a state of peace and liberation, is accessible here and now, transcending birth and death.

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