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The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation
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if one sits comfortably and quietly while following the body's breathing and not being attached to passing thoughts or moods.
Jim Forest • Eyes of Compassion: Learning from Thich Nhat Hanh: Living with Thich Nhat Hanh
The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation: A Manual on Meditation
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They learned how practicing the way of awareness in daily life could nourish the mind and heart. Kaludayi spent much time at the Buddha’s side and observed him carefully. He was deeply moved by the Buddha’s wondrous ease. It
Thich Nhat Hanh • Old Path White Clouds: The Life Story of the Buddha
“Breathing in, you are aware that you are breathing in. Breathing out, you are aware that you are breathing out. During such moments of breathing practice, focus your mind on nothing but your breath. Useless and scattered thoughts will cease, allowing your mind to dwell in mindfulness. When you are aware of your breathing, you dwell in mindfulness.
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You’re lost in your thinking, your sorrow, your fear; you’re not really there for her. So breathe in and focus your attention on your in-breath. You are bringing your mind home to your body and you become present. Simply to be there is the most important part of the practice.