You Are Here : Discovering the Magic of the Present Moment

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and meditation masterdistills the essence of Buddhist thought and practice,emphasizing the power of mindfulness to transform our lives. But true mindfulness, Hanh explains, is not an escape. It is being in the present moment, totally alive and free.Based on a retreat that Thich Nhat Hanh led for Westerners,You Are Hereoffers a range of effective practices for cultivating mindfulness and staying in the present momentincluding awareness of breathing and walking, deep listening, and skillful speech.These teachings will empower you to witness the wonder of life and transform your suffering, both within and outside you, into compassion, tenderness, and peace. As Thich Nhat Hanh declares, the energy of mindfulness is the energy of the Buddha, and it can be produced by anybody. It is as simple as breathing in and breathing out.