Happiness: Essential Mindfulness Practices

by Thich Nhat Hanh

Paperback, 2005

Collection

Status

Available

Call number

HAN-060

Publication

Parallax Press (2005), 120 pages

Description

Philosophy. Religion & Spirituality. Nonfiction. Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's key teaching is that through mindfulness, we can learn to live in the present moment and develop a sense of peace. Accessible to those new to Buddhist teachings as well as more experienced practitioners, Happiness is the only book that collects all practices adapted and developed by Thich Nhat Hanh in his more than sixty years as a Buddhist monk and teacher.With sections on Daily Practice, Relationships, Physical Practices, Mindful Eating, and Practicing with Children, Happiness is a comprehensive guide to living our daily lives with full awareness, whether we are working, eating, parenting, driving, walking, or simply sitting and breathing. Thich Nhat Hanh says, "Enjoy your practice with a relaxed and gentle attitude, with an open mind and receptive heart...Joy and happiness are available to you in the here and now.".… (more)

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LibraryThing member jscape2000
Considered, practical, and applicable. A welcoming introduction to engaging with Buddhism. I wish more self help ish nonfiction books took this approach.

Original publication date

2009

ISBN

1888375914 / 9781888375916

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HAN-060

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½ (31 ratings; 3.7)

Library's review

Thich Nhat Hanh's central teaching is that, through mindfulness, we can learn to live in the present moment instead of in the past and in the future. It’s only way to truly develop peace, both in one's self and in the world. Now, for the first time, all of Thich Nhat Hanh’s key practices are
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collected in one accessible and easy-to-use volume. Happiness is structured to introduce those new to Buddhist teachings as well as for more experienced practitioners, Happiness is the quintessential resource of mindfulness practices. Integrating these practices into daily life allows the reader to begin to cultivate peace and joy within him/herself, leading to solidity and freedom from fear, misunderstanding, and suffering.
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