﻿Peace is only found within

Peace is only found within

1/3/2017

I just finished reading a wise and brilliant article by one of the most preeminent peace makers of our time, Thich Nhat Hanh. The link to the full article is below. There is something about just reading his words that calms inner fire and settles the mind.
I know whenever we read anything, each person takes away something different, something that speaks most to whatever concern, issue or question is on their mind. For me, the take away from this article is the incredibly important necessity of being capable of thinking before speaking, and of contemplating before taking action. In addition, the need to choose actions that are fueled by selfless compassion and the wish to be of benefit to others are vital for inner and outer peace.
I hope your day gives you time and space to read this article. May 2017 be blessed with kind and gentle opportunities to discover the peace within.
Click the picture to go to the full article, "Listening Deeply for Peace" at LionsRoar website.
(Photo by Brenkee.)

4 Comments

Elizabeth

1/9/2017 06:56:55 pm

Wonderful! The practical advice spoke to me. I learned, when I am becoming reactive, say nothing..'find my way home' to practice mindfulness breathing, nurture the the seed of compassion, alow lucidity to return. Then I can hear what is being said. Then I can find a helpful way to respond.
Much needed !
Thanks for the reminder that we CAN be part of the solution!
This article was a good antidote to the urg to retreat !
Thank you!☺

Linda link

1/9/2017 07:20:16 pm

Thank you Elizabeth for your comment and sharing your experience. I love that part about saying nothing when we feel reactive. It's hard to do, but certainly leads to a more productive and compassionate result when we do.

Hope you'll be able to join the meditation class!
L.

Linda R.

1/12/2017 10:19:56 pm

"Dwelling happily and peacefully in the present moment is the best thing we can do to ensure peace and happiness in the future." These are the words that spoke to me in this article, and I really needed to hear them tonight. That and the reminder to always be mindful. In this busy life it's easy to forget both of those things. Thank you!

Linda

1/13/2017 11:23:48 am

That very thought, "dwelling happily and peacefully in the present moment" has been exactly what I'm noticing today. So interesting to come online and see your comment at this particular point.

Today I have been so aware of how much my monkey mind is thinking ahead instead of being here now. Thinking ahead to "Monday; just make it to Monday and things will thaw out." But really, my life doesn't change that much come Monday. So why do I have to put stress on myself instead of enjoying my hot cup of coffee because I'm lucky enough to have electricity?! It's a challenging practice, but when I'm fortunate enough to experience just being here now, the joy is palpable!

Thanks for joining the conversation, Linda R!