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The Peace Treaty

Thich Nhat Hanh · May 24, 1992 · Plum Village, France
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Peace is essential for joy and happiness, serving as the foundation of all practices. Inner harmony relies on balanced elements like fire, water, and body, achievable through breathing exercises. Recognizing and coordinating perceptions, feelings, and mental formations fosters inner peace, which extends to others and the environment. Practice mindfulness to cultivate peace, addressing anger calmly and expressing emotions gently. Inner turmoil affects interactions, so prioritize peaceful communication. Understanding inherited anger fosters compassion. Practice mindful breathing to transform anger into compassion, fostering harmony in relationships. Establish peace treaties, like mindful breathing agreements, to support mutual happiness. Practice mindfulness consistently, emphasizing peaceful walking meditation to nurture harmony.

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