Sublime

Dang Nghiem;

There is something simple about me, and the monastic practice allows me to be happily simple.

Recognizing that my habit energies are deeply ingrained, I learn to be patient with myself.

This new awareness of my suffering and happiness made it even more isolating and more poignant for me to bear.

“Help me to live in harmony with you. Help me to have no fear and to take care of you inside of me,” and that became a practice for me.

person. I had always adhered to the practice of Noble Silence, and many times I didn’t hesitate to remind others if they violated it. In the past, some sisters were afraid of me because I would practice it so strictly. However, as I became sick, I found myself relaxing and loosening up a lot more, actively generating joy inside myself, welcoming an

From my Teacher’s example, I have also done my best to instill trust and confidence in others, by acknowledging their positive qualities, talents, and actions, and by encouraging them to use the mindfulness practice to overcome their complexes and difficulties.

When we see that one symptom improves, however minor it may be, we should be able to recognize it and acknowledge it.