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Thích Nhất Hạnh (1926–2022) was a celebrated Vietnamese practitioner of Thiền Buddhism and founder of the Plum Village Tradition, which combines a variety of teachings to focus on mindfulness and interbeing. He was internationally recognized for his peace activism and prolific literary output. In 1967, he was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageThe secret of Buddhism is to remove all ideas, all concepts, in order for the truth to have a chance to penetrate, to reveal itself.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageWe are here to awaken from our illusion of separateness.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageThe mind can go in a thousand directions, but on this beautiful path, I walk in peace. With each step, the wind blows. With each step, a flower blooms.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageLife is available only in the present moment.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageSuffering is not enough. Life is both dreadful and wonderful. . . . How can I smile when I am filled with so much sorrow? It is natural—you need to smile to your sorrow because you are more than your sorrow.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageAt any moment, you have a choice that either leads you closer to your spirit or further away from it.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageIn mindfulness one is not only restful and happy, but alert and awake. Meditation is not evasion; it is a serene encounter with reality.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageOur notions about happiness entrap us. We forget that they are just ideas. Our idea of happiness can prevent us from actually being happy. We fail to see the opportunity for joy that is right in front of us when we are caught in a belief that happiness should take a particular form.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageThe source of love is deep in us and we can help others realize a lot of happiness. One word, one action, one thought can reduce another person’s suffering and bring that person joy.

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FindCenter Quotes ImageIf you love someone, the greatest gift you can give them is your presence.

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