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Without fear, we are able to see more clearly our connections to others. Without fear, we have more room for understanding and compassion. Without fear, we are truly free.-from Fear Most of us live in a constant state of fear-of our past, of illness and aging and death, and of losing the things we treasure most. But it doesn't have to be this way, promises Zen master and Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh. Drawing on a lifetime of mindfulness in action, Thich Nhat Hanh shows us how to use the practice of living in the present to acknowledge and embrace our fears, recognize their origins, and render them powerless. The world-renowned Zen teacher guides us through practical exercises for transforming fear into clarity. The worries of the past and the anxiety of the future disappear as we discover the power of the present moment. Not only are we are able to handle challenging emotions as they arise, but we can summon feelings of well-being and contentment, no matter what the unknown may bring. Rooted in the moment, we have the capacity to restore balance and happiness and be present with what is beautiful and affirming inside us and around us, every day.… (more)
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And like other writers I like, he combines this beautiful Eastern thought with a good English-language style.
I have read "The Miracle of Mindfulness" and "Silence", and these are outstanding books.
What I felt, in this
Those looking for ways to process and manage fear.
In a nutshell:
Zen master Nhat Hanh shares thoughts related to processing, confronting and addressing fear.
Worth quoting:
I took so much away from this book, but some highlights:
“When we climb the hill together, we don’t need to make an
“Each of us is life without limit.”
“We cannot remove violence with hatred and anger. We can only remove violence and fear with compassion and love.
Why I chose it:
I really enjoy Nhat Hanh’s writing. Also, I can always use some help in the fear department.
What it left me feeling:
Calm.
Review:
I find reviewing books on spirituality and mindfulness a bit challenging because I think they are such personal experiences. Like most books, people will take away different things based on what they need and what they are feeling at the moment.
What I can say about this book is that I found Nhat Hanh’s stories and way of writing about fear to be beautiful and meaningful to me, and I know that the many different exercises included will be helpful on my journey.
I think his writing is accessible and easy to understand but still gets me thinking, and that’s just what I need.
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Keep