Category Archives: thich nhat hanh

Zen & the Art of Living Deeply

Posted on May 15, 2016 by Christopher Chase

“With traditional arts in Asia much emphasis is put on long-term practice and effort, so as to reach continuously higher levels of skill development. There is a deeper character training happening as well, to reduce the ego’s voice, let go … Continue reading →

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Inter-Being: Awakening from the Illusion of Separateness

Posted on April 30, 2015 by Christopher Chase

“We are here to awaken from the illusion of separateness” ~Thich Nhat Hanh The following is a short excerpt from a 1998 Dharma talk by Thich Nhat Hanh, entitled The Island of Self: The Three Dharma Seals. Here he explains how awareness of the … Continue reading →

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The Four Qualities of Love, by Thich Nhat Hanh

Posted on February 15, 2015 by Christopher Chase

“The teachings on love given by the Buddha are clear, scientific, and applicable… Love, compassion, joy, and equanimity are the very nature of an enlightened person. They are the four aspects of true love within ourselves and within everyone and … Continue reading →