Thich Nhat Hanh, the Vietnamese Zen teacher, writes about the value of quiet in a world that is saturated with noise from screens, devices, and our own thoughts. He describes how inner chatter keeps us from hearing ourselves and others, and gives exercises in mindful breathing, walking, and listening, as well as the practice of stopping and being present. The short chapters draw on Buddhist teachings and on stories from his own life, and he applies them to relationships and work.
It suits readers who want a calm, practical guide to meditation and to reducing mental noise. Anyone who has read his earlier books will find familiar themes, and newcomers can use it as a gentle introduction to his teaching.
Inward-looking, contemplative and clear-cut; an easy read.
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- Published
- 2015
- Language
- EN
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