No mud, no lotus

In this book, Thích Nhất Hạnh offers practices and inspiration for transforming suffering and finding true joy.

He emphasizes that acknowledging and facing suffering, rather than running away from it, is crucial for being present and available to life.

The book teaches the art of happiness by using techniques such as stopping, mindful breathing, and deep concentration to generate the energy of mindfulness and calm pain, bringing freedom and a clearer mind.