We do so much, we run so quickly, the situation is difficult, and many people say, “Don’t just sit there, do something.” But doing more things may make the situation worse. So you should say, “Don’t just do something, sit there.” Sit there, stop, be yourself first, and begin from there.

Thich Nhat Hanh

from the book Being Peace

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• You are a participant
• Dealing with our anger
• Abandoning our views
• Dwelling in the present moment
• The wonders of life
• A day of mindfulness
• Still arriving
• Smile
• Understanding and love
• Recovering our own sovereignty
• Being in touch with all aspects of life
• The capacity of waking up
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