In Buddhist culture, offering food to the monk symbolizes the action of goodness, and if you have no opportunity to support the practice of spirituality, then you are somehow left in the realm of darkness.
Nhat HanhMeditation is to get insight, to get understanding and compassion, and when you have them, you are compelled to act.
Nhat HanhTo make your voice heard is difficult. Sometimes we have to burn ourselves in order to be heard. It is out of compassion that you do that. It is the act of love and not of despair.
Nhat HanhThe source of a true smile is an awakened mind. Smiling helps you approach the day with gentleness and understanding.
Nhat Hanh