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| Mindfulness and Concentration Help Each Other by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 05 sept. 2026 | 00:36:39 | |
“In order to truly arrive, you need strong mindfulness and concentration. You need to invest 100% of your body and your mind into making the step in order to truly arrive. In order to arrive 100%, you should invest 100% of your body and 100% of your mind. It means your mindfulness, your concentration should be strong in order to really arrive in the here and the now. And if you feel that you have not arrived 100%, you have arrived something like 40% or 60%, don't make another step. Just stay there until you arrive. Challenge yourself, continue to breathe. This is a revolution. Challenge yourself. If you cannot arrive now, when will you arrive?” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| See Spirituality in Morality by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 04 sept. 2026 | 00:40:41 | |
“The fact is that happiness is available. Conditions of happiness are available if you know how to say bye bye to the past and to say bye bye to the future and go home to the present moment.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| A Real Community Created by Buddhist Practice by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 03 sept. 2026 | 00:42:31 | |
“If the Living Dharma Buddha is not there, if the Living Dharma is not there, it's not a living, it's not a true Sangha. There are many conditions, many things that show us that we are a true Sangha. We have the practice, we have been able to build a brotherhood, sisterhood, have been able to create the energy of mindfulness, concentration inside. We have been able to help many people.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| The Relationship between Pain and Happiness by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 02 sept. 2026 | 00:37:42 | |
“So we can say at least that the the teaching on the four noble truth is about suffering, but is also about happiness. Happiness is possible, transformation, healing is possible. But why is it possible to to teach about happiness alone without teaching about suffering? Why don't he speak about happiness and the path leading to happiness? Why did he have to speak about suffering and the path leading to suffering? Because underneath he has found that happiness and suffering into our they are linked to each other, they are linked to each other well-being and being. They are linked to each other.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| The Value of Our Lives Is Revealed in Words by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 01 sept. 2026 | 00:39:22 | |
“The thinking, the speaking and the acting is what we perform every day, every moment of our daily life and our life. The value of our life depends on the value of our thinking, of our speech and our action. And in Buddhism this is called a triple action.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| I Also Want My Child to Be a Free Human Being – A Sppeech from Thich Nhat Hanh School of Interbeing Opening Ceremony, August 28, 2026 | 31 août 2026 | 00:20:26 | |
“So the school is here, the children are here. And in order for this beautiful vision to sustain, we need more courageous families. Families who say yes, I want my child to have an extraordinary education, but I also want my child to be a free human being. So I invite any families that are here or who are listening to really look within and to have the courage to take a bold step to join us on this journey, this experiment with truth as godly would say.” – Mina Serini Vasan
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| To Be Satisfied with What You Have by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 31 août 2026 | 00:15:10 | |
“You have already had enough conditions to be happy and that is thanks to mindfulness. You don't need more. It's possible to to have no more desire. It is possible to have no more desire… You don't need to run into the future and get a few more conditions. We have seen people without diplomas, but they are very happy. We have seen many people without a big house, a big car and they are perfectly happy.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Living Buddha, Living Christ by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh (Part 1) | 26 avr. 2026 | 00:31:25 | |
“It is possible to learn to sit in peace, breathe in peace, and walk in peace. To be at peace is an art we cultivate with our daily mindfulness practice.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| The Art of Living – Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 5. Non-Craving, You Have Enough | 20 mars 2026 | 00:37:55 | |
“It is possible to learn to sit in peace, breathe in peace, and walk in peace. To be at peace is an art we cultivate with our daily mindfulness practice.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| The Art of Living – Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 4. Impermanence, Now Is the Time | 19 mars 2026 | 00:31:35 | |
“It is possible to learn to sit in peace, breathe in peace, and walk in peace. To be at peace is an art we cultivate with our daily mindfulness practice.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| The Art of Living – Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 3. Aimlessness, Resting in God | 18 mars 2026 | 00:48:30 | |
“It is possible to learn to sit in peace, breathe in peace, and walk in peace. To be at peace is an art we cultivate with our daily mindfulness practice.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| The Art of Living – Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 2. Signlessness, a Cloud Never Dies | 17 mars 2026 | 01:01:50 | |
“It is possible to learn to sit in peace, breathe in peace, and walk in peace. To be at peace is an art we cultivate with our daily mindfulness practice.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| No Mud, No Lotus by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Eight Practices for Happiness | 26 févr. 2026 | 01:19:11 | |
“And last week we also learned that suffering and happiness, they are not enemies. They inter-are. Suffering is made of happiness, and happiness is made of suffering. If there is no suffering, there is no happiness. And if there is no happiness, there is no suffering. It's like the lotus flower and mud. If there is no mud, you cannot grow lotus. And lotus stay there for some time and become the mud again. So looking into the lotus you see the mud, and looking into the mud, you see future lotus. So suffering is like that. Someone who has the capacity to go back to himself, and listen to his own suffering, and look deeply into his suffering, he will be able to understand that suffering inside of him... that carries with it the suffering of his father, his mother, his ancestors.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| No Mud, No Lotus by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 5. Five Practices for Nurturing Happiness | 21 févr. 2026 | 00:46:18 | |
“And last week we also learned that suffering and happiness, they are not enemies. They inter-are. Suffering is made of happiness, and happiness is made of suffering. If there is no suffering, there is no happiness. And if there is no happiness, there is no suffering. It's like the lotus flower and mud. If there is no mud, you cannot grow lotus. And lotus stay there for some time and become the mud again. So looking into the lotus you see the mud, and looking into the mud, you see future lotus. So suffering is like that. Someone who has the capacity to go back to himself, and listen to his own suffering, and look deeply into his suffering, he will be able to understand that suffering inside of him... that carries with it the suffering of his father, his mother, his ancestors.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| No Mud, No Lotus by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapters 1-2-3-4 – The Art of Transforming Suffering, Saying Hello, Looking Deeply, Ease | 12 févr. 2026 | 01:09:47 | |
“And last week we also learned that suffering and happiness, they are not enemies. They inter-are. Suffering is made of happiness, and happiness is made of suffering. If there is no suffering, there is no happiness. And if there is no happiness, there is no suffering. It's like the lotus flower and mud. If there is no mud, you cannot grow lotus. And lotus stay there for some time and become the mud again. So looking into the lotus you see the mud, and looking into the mud, you see future lotus. So suffering is like that. Someone who has the capacity to go back to himself, and listen to his own suffering, and look deeply into his suffering, he will be able to understand that suffering inside of him... that carries with it the suffering of his father, his mother, his ancestors.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to See by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 01 févr. 2026 | 01:27:10 | |
“... ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 10. Unborn Child | 23 janv. 2026 | 00:14:23 | |
“... ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 9. The Path of Compassion | 22 janv. 2026 | 00:13:38 | |
“... ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 08. The Jeweled Necklace | 21 janv. 2026 | 00:12:25 | |
“... ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 07. White Elephant Prize | 13 janv. 2026 | 00:16:33 | |
“... ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 06. Beneath a Rose-Apple Tree | 29 déc. 2025 | 00:19:38 | |
“... ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 05. A Bowl of Milk | 28 déc. 2025 | 00:14:48 | |
“... ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 04. The Wounded Swan | 27 déc. 2025 | 00:20:05 | |
“... ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 03. An Armful of Kusa Grass | 25 déc. 2025 | 00:16:45 | |
“You are a human being and I am a human being. You can't pollute me. Don't listen to what people tell you.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 02. Tending Water Buffaloes | 22 déc. 2025 | 00:17:56 | |
“If the path was overgrown with thorns the buffaloes would get cuts which could become effect infected. If the buffalo boy did not know how to take care of wounds his buffaloes could become feverish and even die. Practicing the Way was the same. If a bhikkhu did not find a proper path, he could become wounded in mind and body. Greed and anger could further poison his wounds until they grew so affected infected that the way to enlightenment became hindered. ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Old Path White Clouds by Thich Nhat Hanh – Chapter 01. Walking Just to Walk | 21 déc. 2025 | 00:25:04 | |
“It seemed to Svasti that the Buddha walked just to enjoy the walking, unconcerned about arriving anywhere at all. So it was with all the bhikkhus. No one seemed anxious or impatient to reach their destination. Each man’s steps were slow, balanced, and peaceful. It was as if they were taking a pleasant stroll together. No one ever appeared tired, and yet they covered a good distance each day. ” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Practice Walking with Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 19 déc. 2025 | 00:02:19 | |
“The formula, 'I have arrived, I'm home,' expresses my understanding of the teaching of the Buddha.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Walking with Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 18 déc. 2025 | 00:03:55 | |
“When you practice walking, mindful walking, you see that you are light, you are solid, you are free, and your confidence is born from that kind of experience. This is not relying on something outside of yourself and this can bring a lot of happiness. If you don't have that energy of confidence, you suffer. You have to use your Buddha's feet and walk. And when it becomes a habit, you walk like that everywhere.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Walking in the Pure Land by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 17 déc. 2025 | 00:04:27 | |
“And the first exercise that you may like to learn is ‘I have arrived, I am home.’ You believe or not, but this is a very strong practice, very powerful practice.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| Walking in Peace by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 16 déc. 2025 | 00:06:22 | |
“And the first exercise that you may like to learn is ‘I have arrived, I am home.’ You believe or not, but this is a very strong practice, very powerful practice.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Eat by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 03. What Is the Purpose of Eating a Tangerine? It Is to Eat the Tangerine | 03 déc. 2025 | 00:16:41 | |
“During the time you eat a tangerine, eating that tangerine is the most important thing in your life. The next time you have a tangerine, please put it in the palm of your hand and look at it in a way that makes the tangerine real. You don’t need a lot of time; just two or three seconds is enough.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Connect by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 05. The Lifelong Journey of Deepening Connections | 02 déc. 2025 | 00:14:35 | |
“We should offer our light to the world so it will not sink into total darkness. Everyone has the seed of awakening and insight within their heart. Let us help each other touch these seeds so that everyone will have the courage to speak out. We have the tools. We have the path. We have the ability with practice to have the necessary insight. We only need to begin. With one step, with one breath, we can commit to living our daily lives in a way that brings happiness and well-being to the planet, to our beloved communities, and to ourselves.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Connect by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 04. Creating a Harmonious Community through Mindful Living | 01 déc. 2025 | 00:15:23 | |
“Today's day, life is found only in the present moment. I think we should have a holiday to celebrate this fact. We have holidays for so many important occasions. Christmas, the New Year, Mother's Day, Father's Day, even Earth Day. Why not celebrate a day where we can live happily in the present moment all day long? I would like to declare today today's day. A day dedicated to touching the earth, touching the sky, touching the trees, and touching the peace that is available in the present moment.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Connect by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 03. Mindfulness Practices to Strengthen Connections | 30 nov. 2025 | 00:16:48 | |
“No one is a separate independent self. Father and son are not entirely separate entities. The father exists in the son and the son exists in the father. The son is the continuation of the father into the future and the father is the continuation of the son back to the source. If the son is not happy, the father cannot be happy. And if the father is not happy, there is no way the son can be happy. Their happiness is deeply connected. Happiness is not an individual matter.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Connect by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 02. Building Loving and Compassionate Relationships | 29 nov. 2025 | 00:16:48 | |
“One of the most difficult things for us to accept is that there is no place where there is only happiness and no suffering.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Connect by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 01. The Foundations of Deep Connection with Ourselves | 28 nov. 2025 | 00:15:39 | |
“When we bring all our attention to truly connect to whatever we're doing, whether we're walking, breathing, brushing our teeth, or eating a meal, it takes us back to being present in the here and now, which is the foundation of happiness.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Eat by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 02. The Purpose of Eating Is to Eat | 21 nov. 2025 | 00:21:21 | |
“A few years ago, I asked some children, “What is the purpose of eatingbreakfast?” One boy replied, “To get energy for the day.” Another said, “Thepurpose of eating breakfast is to eat breakfast.” I think the second child ismore correct. The purpose of eating is to eat.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Eat by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 01. Your Body Is Not Only Yours | 20 nov. 2025 | 00:39:20 | |
“In modern life, people tend to think their bodies belong to them, that they can do anything they want to themselves. But your body is not only yours. Your body belongs to your ancestors, your parents, and future generations. It also belongs to society and to all the other living beings. The trees, the clouds, the soil, and every living thing brought about the presence of your body. We can eat with care, knowing we are caretakers of our bodies, rather than their owners.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Walk by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 06. With Each Step, I Come Home to the Earth | 19 nov. 2025 | 00:16:23 | |
“With each step, I come home to the Earth. With each step, I return to my source. With each step, I take refuge in Mother Earth.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Walk by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 05. The Intention to Enjoy Your Steps and Your Breath Is Not Enough | 18 nov. 2025 | 00:11:15 | |
“The intention to enjoy your steps and your breath is not enough; you need mindfulness and insight. If every step you take brings you joy, it’s because while making a step you have mindfulness and insight. Without insight, it’s impossible for you to enjoy your in-breath and out-breath.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| The Formula 'I Have Arrived, I'm Home' Is the Embodiment, the Expression of My Practice – Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh | 17 nov. 2025 | 00:44:28 | |
“The formula, 'I have arrived, I'm home,' is the embodiment, the expression of my practice. It expresses my understanding of the teaching of the Buddha. It is the cream of my practice.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Walk by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 04. Every Step Is a Revolution against Busyness | 16 nov. 2025 | 00:12:04 | |
“Every step is a revolution against busyness. Each mindful step says: 'I don’t want to run anymore. I want to stop. I want to live my life. I don’t want to miss the wonders of life.'” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Walk by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 03. The Miracle Is to Walk on the Green Earth in the Present Moment | 15 nov. 2025 | 00:11:52 | |
“The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk on the green Earth in the present moment, to appreciate the peace and beauty that are available now. I perform this miracle every time I walk. You too can perform the miracle of walking any time you want.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Walk by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 02. Running Has Become a Habit | 14 nov. 2025 | 00:10:55 | |
“Running has become a habit. Even in our dreams we continue to run and look for something. The practice of mindfulness helps us to stop running and see that everything we have been looking for is here.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Walk by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 01. When We First Learned to Walk, We Walked Just to Enjoy Walking | 13 nov. 2025 | 00:08:27 | |
“When we first learned to walk, we walked just to enjoy walking. We walked and discovered each moment as we encountered it. We can learn to walk that way again.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Love by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 06. The Greatest Gift We Can Make to Others Is Our True Presence | 12 nov. 2025 | 00:13:31 | |
“If you are truly present, this mantra will produce a miracle. You become real, the other person becomes real, and life is real in that moment. You bring happiness to yourself and to the other person.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Love by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 05. 20 Questions for Looking Into Your Relationship | 11 nov. 2025 | 00:19:42 | |
“One, are you in love? Two, are you still in love? Three, do you want to reconnect with the person who used to be the one you love?...” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Love by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 04. If You Can Learn from Your Mistakes, Then You Have Already Transformed Garbage into Flowers | 10 nov. 2025 | 00:11:37 | |
“Since we're human beings, we make mistakes. We cause others to suffer. We hurt our loved ones and we feel regret. But without making mistakes, there is no way to learn. If you can learn from your mistakes, then you have already transformed garbage into flowers.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Love by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 03. To Love Each Other Means to Trust Each Other | 09 nov. 2025 | 00:12:24 | |
“Often our pride stands in the way of our asking for help. In true love, there is no place for pride. To love each other means to trust each other. If you don't tell the person you love of your suffering, it means you don't love this person enough to trust her. You have to realize that this person is the best person to help you. We need to be able to get help from the person we love.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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| How to Love by Thay, Thich Nhat Hanh – 02. To Know How to Love Someone, We Have to Understand Them | 08 nov. 2025 | 00:13:10 | |
“To love without knowing how to love wounds the person we love. To know how to love someone, we have to understand them. To understand, we need to listen.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
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