Listen How do I stay in the present moment when it feels unbearable? — Thich Nhat Hanh
May 22, 2024
In this insightful conversation, Thich Nhat Hanh, a renowned Zen Master and peace activist, shares wisdom from his lifelong journey in mindfulness. He discusses the significance of staying present amidst emotional pain, urging listeners to embrace rather than escape discomfort. The talk emphasizes transforming suffering through compassion and the importance of community support in healing. Hanh also highlights the role of Bodhisattvas in alleviating collective suffering, reinforcing the power of united compassion among caregivers and the wider community.
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Return To The Present With Breath
- Go home to the present moment by bringing your mind back to the body with mindful breathing or walking.
- Notice the refreshing, healing elements available now and use them to generate joy and nourish yourself.
Present Is The Only Real Place To Heal
- The present can reveal painful emotions that we usually avoid by escaping to past or future images.
- Only the present is real, and facing pain there gives the only chance to calm and transform it.
Don't Mask Pain With Distractions
- Avoid covering up suffering with distractions like media, consumption, or imagined futures.
- Stay, look deeply into your suffering, and use mindful energy to calm and transform it.