Peace Is Every Breath

“Among Buddhist leaders influential in the West, Thich Nhat Hanh ranks second only to the Dalai Lama.” —New York Times “Thich Nhat Hanh is a holy man…. His ideas for peace, if applied, would build a monument to ecumenism, to world brotherhood, to humanity.” —Martin Luther King, Jr., nominating Thich Nhat Hanh for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1967. In this much-anticipated follow-up to his bestselling classic, Peace Is Every Step, Thich Nhat Hanh—one of the most revered spiritual leaders in the world today—offers an insightful guide to living a fuller life. In this deeply insightful meditation, the world-renowned Vietnamese Zen Buddhist master, poet, scholar, and peace activist illuminates how each of us can incorporate the practice of mindfulness into our every waking moment. In the tradition of The Art of Happiness and Living Buddha, Living Christ, Thich Nhat Hanh’s Peace Is Every Breath opens a pathway to greater spiritual fulfillment through its patient examination of how we live our lives. This gentle guide offers simple, profound practices to find peace in your busiest moments: Simple Meditation Techniques: Discover how to turn everyday actions like brushing your teeth, washing your face, and preparing breakfast into powerful moments of meditation. Mindful Breathing: Learn to use your own breath as a seatbelt, an anchor that keeps you safe and stable in the here and now, even during life’s storms. Handling Difficult Emotions: A compassionate approach to taking care of anger, fear, and anxiety by recognizing them, embracing them like a crying baby, and allowing them to calm. Living in the Present Moment: Break free from the prison of the past and the worries of the future by learning to dwell happily in the now, where all the wonders of life are available.