HAPPINESS ESS MINDFULNESS PRACTICE: Essential Mindfulness Practices

Thich Nhat Hanhs central teaching is that through mindfulness we can learn to live in the present moment instead of in the past and in the future. It’s only way to truly develop peace both in ones self and in the world. Now for the first time all of Thich Nhat Hanh’s key practices are collected in one accessible and easy-to-use volume.Happiness is structured to introduce those new to Buddhist teachings as well as for more experienced practitionersHappiness is the quintessential resource of mindfulness practices. Integrating these practices into daily life allows the reader to begin to cultivate peace and joy within him/herself leading to solidity and freedom from fear misunderstanding and suffering.With the practices offered inHappiness Thich Nhat Hanh encourages the reader to learn to do all the things they do in daily life with mindfulness; to walk sit work eat and drive with full awareness of what they are doing. It can bring about a shift towards one of the principles of engaged Buddhism a shift towards practicing mindfulness in every moment of the day and not just while ‘formally’ meditating.Thich Nhat Hanh encourages his readers to try to be intelligent and skillful in their practice approaching every aspect of the practice with curiosity and a sense of search. It’s important to practice with understanding and not just for the form and appearance. Enjoy your practice with a relaxed and gentle attitude with an open mind and receptive heart. About the Author Thich Nhat Hanh is one of the most revered Zen teachers in the world today. His best-selling books includeHappiness andPeace Is Every Step. He lives in Plum Village in southwest France where he teaches the art of mindful living.