When we are angry, our anger is our very self. To suppress or chase away our anger is to suppress or chase away ourselves. When anger is born, we can be aware that anger is an energy in us, and we can change that energy into another kind of energy. If we want to transform it, first we have to know how to accept it.
Nhat HanhWe all have the seeds of love in us.We can develop this wonderful source of energy, nurturing the unconditional love that does not expect anything in return.
Nhat HanhThe roots of war are in the way we live our daily lives -- the way we develop our industries, build up our society, and consume goods.
Nhat HanhDon't think you have to be solemn to meditate. To meditate, well, you have to smile a lot.
Nhat Hanh