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Talk to U.S. Congressional: Bringing Mindfulness into Your Daily Life to Relax and Heal

Thich Nhat Hanh · September 12, 2003 · Plum Village, France
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This talk details mindful breathing and relaxation practices, highlighting the use of a bell every 15 minutes in Plum Village to foster mindfulness. Sister Thien Khong offers relaxation sessions to release tension. Nelson Mandela valued stillness, and mindful breathing unites body and mind, guiding us back to ourselves. Focus on breathing in and out, releasing tension and toxins. Practice mindful breathing and smiling to embrace life’s wonders. Sitting meditation fosters presence and happiness. Practice mindful breathing, embrace tension, and cultivate relaxation. Smile to release facial tension and embrace life’s miracle. Practice mindfulness in daily activities, fostering compassion, joy, and wisdom. Offer true presence to loved ones, nurturing positive qualities and avoiding harmful influences. Practice selective watering of positive seeds and mindful consumption. Engage in compassionate communication and deep listening to heal relationships. Practice mindfulness to foster reconciliation and understanding, extending compassion to strained personal and global connections. Embrace noble silence and mindfulness to savor each moment, fostering peace and well-being. Focus on the present moment to cultivate peace, love, and understanding.

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