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Thich Nhat Hanh · May 6, 2004 · Plum Village, France · Audio Only
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Thay invites those who wish to ask a question to come and sit on the chair to ask a real question that will help the Sangha.

  • Is mindfulness enough to heal the deep wounds of depression, or is it necessary to seek help through psychological therapy?
  • How can we bring harmony into our family when we are the only one practicing and our partner is not interested at all?
  • How can a psychotherapist practice to take care of themselves and not be overwhelmed by the suffering of their patients?
  • How can one transform persistent anger toward a father who caused a lot of harm during childhood in order to reconcile?
  • How can we handle difficult communication or a relationship where the other person closes off or becomes hostile despite the practice of loving speech and personal transformation?
  • How can we reconcile the acceptance of what is with the responsibility to change things regarding the problems of the world?
  • How can one contribute to building a sincere Sangha free from personal interests and ego?
  • What are the criteria to ensure a Sangha does not become a discriminatory tribe, and should one move away from a chaotic environment in order to practice?
  • What is right sexual conduct when one is not in a couple, and is it possible to have sexuality without long-term commitment?
  • How can we deal with physical pain when the idea that happiness is found in the present moment is perceived as a provocation?
  • What is the right balance between the need to protect one’s senses from negative consumption and the responsibility to look deeply into the causes of suffering in the world?
  • What is the impact of the diligent practice of mindfulness on the natural phenomenon of dreaming at night?
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