We want to know where we come from and where we are going. And most of all, we want to be happy. Humanity has given rise to many talented artists, musicians, and architects, but how many of us have mastered the art of creating a happy moment — for ourselves and those around us?

Thich Nhat Hanh

from the book The Art of Living: Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now

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• To be
• We already have more than enough
• Peace, joy, and happiness right where we are
• We all want to understand and to love