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Summary and Analysis of The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation: Based on the Book by Thich Nhat Hanh
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Thich Nhat Hanh
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In his introduction to the practices of mindfulness and meditation, Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh teaches how to live a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Under his guidance, simple tasks—such as drinking tea, peeling an orange, or washing the dishes—become opportunities to find fulfillment and happiness.
Through uncomplicated instruction, breathing exercises, and wise stories, Hanh proves that living a more meaningful life is accessible to all.
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In his introduction to the practices of mindfulness and meditation, Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh teaches how to live a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Under his guidance, simple tasks—such as drinking tea, peeling an orange, or washing the dishes—become opportunities to find fulfillment and happiness.
Through uncomplicated instruction, breathing exercises, and wise stories, Hanh proves that living a more meaningful life is accessible to all.
The summary and analysis in this ebook are intended to complement your reading experience and bring you closer to a great work of nonfiction.
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Summary and Analysis of The Miracle of Mindfulness - Worth Books
Contents
Context
Overview
Summary
Exercises in Mindfulness
Nhat Hanh: Seeing with the Eyes of Compassion
Direct Quotes and Analysis
Trivia
What’s That Word?
About Thich Nhat Hanh
For Your Information
Bibliography
Copyright
Context
The Miracle of Mindfulness, first published in 1974, began as a letter that Thich Nhat Hanh wrote to Brother Quang, a fellow practitioner of Buddhism who worked at the School of Youth for Social Service in South Vietnam, which Nhat Hanh founded before his exile in 1966.
The Zen Master wrote the letter to encourage people at the school to continue the humanitarian work they were doing amid the great violence and treachery their countrymen faced each day.
This was at the height of the Vietnam War, and students from the institution were being attacked—some were even kidnapped and killed—for spreading their peaceful message. Thich Nhat Hanh wanted to encourage students at the school to maintain a sense of love and understanding while performing their mission of service to others.
Decades since the original letter was written, many Western readers are familiar with the concepts of mindfulness and meditation, practice yoga, and are keen to learn methods that will help to improve their lives. Many studies have proven the health benefits of meditation, including reduction in stress, anxiety, and insomnia, and an increase in ability to focus.
The Miracle of Mindfulness offers a straightforward approach for beginners who are interested in starting a meditation practice, with exercises, visualizations, personal stories, and beautiful metaphors.
Overview
The hustle and bustle of modern-day Western life has made multitasking a necessity in order to get everything done. However, in order to truly enjoy life and live every moment to the
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