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Journeys of Simplicity: Traveling Light with Thomas Merton, Bashō, Edward Abbey, Annie Dillard & Others, by Philip Harnden (Skylight Paths, 2007, ebook and print)
Rolf Potts • Vagabonding
And as I continued to practice and to talk with other students of the buddha dharma, I found that many people share the conditioning that leads us to think that there’s something wrong with us. If we could only get, do, or be something more, then we would be all right. It’s so easy for us to get the idea that there’s something wrong with us. And
... See moreZenju Earthlyn Manuel • Seeds for a Boundless Life: Zen Teachings from the Heart
We need to find the many small joys that life has to offer and help them grow.
Thich Nhat Hanh • No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering
practice loving kindness to overcome anger. Loving kindness has the capacity to bring happiness to others without demanding anything in return. Practice compassion to overcome cruelty. Compassion has the capacity to remove the suffering of others without expecting anything in return. Practice sympathetic joy to overcome hatred. Sympathetic joy
... See moreThich Nhat Hanh • Old Path White Clouds: The Life Story of the Buddha
Just saying a few words that make another person suffer less can give our lives meaning. And it is something we can do anywhere.
Thich Nhat Hanh • Be Free Where You Are
Understanding and compassion are not for somebody else to cultivate. They can heal you and increase your happiness.