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hydrareads's review
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
4.0
“The miracle of mindfulness is, first of all, that you are here. A fundamental condition for love is your own presence. In order to love, you must be here.”
An insightful read from one of the greatest mind of this generation. A very straightforward and logical discussion on why recognizing and living the here and the now is the key unlock to happiness and free ourselves from suffering. Here, Thich Nhat Hanh takes us through the main tenants of Buddhist thoughts and practices and provides us with mantras and activities we can come back to when the day to day becomes challenging.
An insightful read from one of the greatest mind of this generation. A very straightforward and logical discussion on why recognizing and living the here and the now is the key unlock to happiness and free ourselves from suffering. Here, Thich Nhat Hanh takes us through the main tenants of Buddhist thoughts and practices and provides us with mantras and activities we can come back to when the day to day becomes challenging.
michaellortz's review against another edition
5.0
I enjoy these Zen books. Always a pleasure to read.
margymatson's review against another edition
informative
reflective
slow-paced
4.0
This book is a good, simple foundational book into Buddhist philosophy. I’ve read several similar books, so I didn’t have any profound “aha” moments, but many good reminders throughout the book. Compared to other books I’ve read, I could also tell more that this one was translated into English - it read like it was for an Eastern Buddhist audience as opposed to a western audience. I listened over audiobook and it helped with mindfulness to listen while gardening, cooking, etc. But I wouldn’t say it was a favorite.
larasfavbooks's review against another edition
Can’t remember but loved the first chapters
madzior57's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
5.0