864 Quotes by Thich Nhat Hanh

The Buddha taught that this is like this, because that is like that. You see? Because you smile, I am happy. This is like this, therefore that is like that.

Smiling is a kind of mouth yoga. When we smile, it releases the tension in our face. Others notice it, even strangers, and are likely to smile back. By smiling, we initiate a wonderful chain reaction, touching the joy in anyone we encounter. A smile is an ambassador of goodwill.

if the content of your speech is not authentic, talking or texting on a device doesn't mean you're communicating with another person.

If our minds are blocked, there is no device that will make up for our inability to communicate with ourselves or others.

We know that if we eat a certain food, it will upset our digestion, but we still eat it. The way out is to beware of the superficial appearance. From outside, something may look very pleasant. But we have to look deeper and use that deep understanding to see the superficial aspects of the object of our desire. Our understanding can overcome our cravings.

The best way to take care of the future is to take care of the present moment.

Sometimes our parents are full of love and sometimes they are full of anger. This love and anger comes not only from them, but from all previous generations. When we can see this, we no longer blame our parents for our suffering.

In this food I see clearly the presence of the entire universe supporting my existence.

In the garbage, I see a rose.In the rose, I see the garbage. Everything is in transformation. Even permanence is impermanent.