Creating True Peace is both a profound work of spiritual guidance and a practical blueprint for peaceful inner change and global change. It...
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Nov 09, 2007
Josephine
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As usual, I am a bit behind the times. For lent, our church chose to read Creating True Peace: Ending Violence in Yourself, Your Family, Your Community, and the World by Zen Buddhist Thich Nhat Hanh. Well that was during March and April, and while I did read *most* of the book back then, I am finally finishing the last chapter now.
Believe me, it was an interesting process reading and discussing a book by a Zen Buddhist with a group of very Maine Congregationalists. When we first pick More...
Believe me, it was an interesting process reading and discussing a book by a Zen Buddhist with a group of very Maine Congregationalists. When we first pick More...
Jan 07, 2009
Cheryl
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I don't think of myself as having any violence within, but I learned something so important when I saw him speak in Berkeley; that by watching violent shows or movies, I am allowing that energy into my energy and condoning its existence in the universal energy. I am not going to get a gun and shoot someone, but allowing violence to be entertainment only continues the cycle of violence. And I struggle with this; I like some violent movies, but I can make a different choice more often than not.
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Jul 06, 2009
Alicia
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I really enjoyed this book. It is about how to create peace for yourself when you are upset and how to help others find peace as well. One thing I really liked about this book is that he talks about the first step to creating peace between you and someone else is deep listening. When we listen deeply and let the other person talk, it gives us a chance to hear their side and their perspective and then we can feel compassion for them instead of anger. I also noticed things here and there in th
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Nov 09, 2010
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This book is about a guide that lead to peace and helps you calm down with everything you have to dealt with. I like this book because it helps everyone to stay calm and live peacefully when it comes to being stressed out, being angry, or feeling hate. I liked the way the author tells his story about how his life was back than because everything that's surrounds him was horrible and yet he uses his technique to stay calm and live through peace. I f More...
This book is about a guide that lead to peace and helps you calm down with everything you have to dealt with. I like this book because it helps everyone to stay calm and live peacefully when it comes to being stressed out, being angry, or feeling hate. I liked the way the author tells his story about how his life was back than because everything that's surrounds him was horrible and yet he uses his technique to stay calm and live through peace. I f More...
Dec 12, 2011
Leigh
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The same feature of this book that caused annoyance was the same that caused understanding: repetition; it works. Like a CBT exercise, this book gets into your subconscious, hammering away at what makes you think the way you do. Lo and behold, the book is complete and you're acting mindfully about closing the covers, craving an orange, and basking in the optimism you're generating from within.
I'll admit that even I wanted to pack up and move to a place where I could meditate unstopped. More...
I'll admit that even I wanted to pack up and move to a place where I could meditate unstopped. More...
Oct 22, 2007
Whether dealing with extreme emotions and challenging situations or managing interpersonal and international conflicts, Thich Nhat Hanh relies on the 2,600-year-old traditional wisdom and scholarship of the Buddha, as well as other great scriptures. He teaches us to look more deeply into our thoughts and lives so that we can know what to do and what not to do to transform them into something better. With a combination or courage, sweetness, and candor, he tells us that we can make a difference;
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May 11, 2011
Monk
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I never imagined that I would get New-Agey enough to enjoy something like this, but Thich Nhat Hanh has become one of my favorite authors/thinkers. He has an ability to teach mindfulness and inner peace in a way that is humble, lucid, and sometimes even practical. Although his thinking is driven by his perspective as a Buddhist monk, his observations aren't at odds with what I believe; rather, he has me seeing my own beliefs in a different light and understanding them better. This is one that
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May 03, 2011
Peter
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I keep on reading books on mindfulness in the hope I'll be able to change my angry ways. Thich Nhat Hanh is always good at helping me to realize that I'm both my greatest helper and obstacle. In this time of strife and war, it is also good to remember that violence and hate breed more of the same. The only way to combat my rage or international problems is through thoughtful listening and partnership.
Being pissed off doesn't work, I try over and over with the same results....
Being pissed off doesn't work, I try over and over with the same results....
Dec 20, 2008
Jen
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The Buddhist philosophy was good for me to read during a time when I was really stressed out(Breathing in, breathing out). My dad actually recommended the book--he likes the similarity between authors' teachings and his Christian belief system. I agree and I'd like to read more of his books in the future.
Jan 07, 2012
Shakyamuni
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This book was my entry into Buddhism and because of that is a personal favorite. I like Thich Nhat Hanh's books, but this one is better than most. It changed my life. I highly recommend it.
Dec 07, 2010
Amber
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When I thought my world was just an echo of hell, this book convinced me that the peace I was looking for was inside myself all along.
Nov 21, 2008
Miriam
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I was disappointed. I think it was because the book is not as well organized as I'd like and kept jumping around.
Feb 10, 2010
Elizabeth
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Beautifully and honestly written.. filled with insight and practical applications for daily life..
Aug 09, 2008
Catherine
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This book has taken me several months to work through...I read each chapter, then re-read each chapter, then tried to "live" what I was reading for a few days to make sure I understood the concepts. This is a life-changing book, and I hope to re-read it each year to make sure I am continuing to nurture peace and good-will in my family, my neighborhood and the world. I couldn't help but think of how the world would be different if this could be part of every high school's curriculum. I
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Mar 13, 2008
Ashley
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I really like a lot of what TNH expresses in this book. I especially liked the descriptions of TNH's time of practicing nonviolence in the midst of war. I found myself wanting him to stick with describing those experiences. Instead, he moved on to other pieces of advice. I think the book could have been separated into different books and expanded upon. All in all, worth reading (or skimming). Good ideas are there.
Feb 26, 2008
I LOVED THIS BOOK. Thich Nhat Hanh creates visuals to lead us from our character defects to becoming the person we were created to be by "watering the seeds" of inner wisdom, loving-kindness, compassion, and love. If I needed an earthly guru, this man would be the leading candidate.
Nov 14, 2008
Thich Nhat Han
is probably the best guide going
to mindfulness
He is a Nobel Peace Prize winner
and was nominated
by Martin Luther King
How did he do it?
In the Vietnam War
neither side was treated
as the enemy
both sides were considered
to have legitimate concerns
is probably the best guide going
to mindfulness
He is a Nobel Peace Prize winner
and was nominated
by Martin Luther King
How did he do it?
In the Vietnam War
neither side was treated
as the enemy
both sides were considered
to have legitimate concerns
Dec 17, 2009
Kenneth
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wonderful book. everyone should treat themselves to some of Hanh's philosophical viewpoint. in my never-ending quest to banish the stress and negative emotions from my life, this book has proved pretty useful. now it is up to me to practice...
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Mar 25, 2009
Kate
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obviously I'm in the dark and twisty place at the moment. A little Thich always steers me back to center...
Nov 25, 2007
anthony
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Hm. This book just mellows me out. If you have not read the simple and direct writing of this great diminutive Buddhist Monk, get off your meditation cushion and do so.
Sep 06, 2009
Yuki
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This is my second or third read from Hanh and although the title is different, he writes about the same stuff so I didn't feel as though I got any new insights.
Jan 25, 2010
Sophie
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I turned to this as my frustration at work is increasing. Maybe Thich Nhat Hanh can save me now like he did last summer...
Jul 24, 2008
Janetta
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How to deal with conflict and respond to your world with peace and compassion instead of reactive violence and frustration.
Aug 31, 2008
Genelle
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The words resonate with me; definitely a book that stays out for constant rereading.
Aug 04, 2008
Staceyc
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All of his books are amazing...he is so childlike and so wise all at once.
Feb 23, 2010
Erik
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Thich Nhat Hanh's simple approach to life, self and peace is not for everyone, but his words really resonate with me.
