Making Space: Creating a Home Meditation Practice

by Thich Nhat Hanh

The intention of sacred space is to make room so we can return to ourselves and touch something deep within ourselves.

There is a way to feel refreshed and alert without being busy. All we need is a gentle reminder—a location, an image, or a sound—to help us return home to ourselves and pay attention to what is there inside us and around us.

By taking good care of the present moment, we take good care of the future.

Forgetfulness is the darkness; mindfulness is the light. I bring awareness to shine upon all life.

Your mindful breath is like a bridge, connecting body and mind.

Our appointment with life is in the present moment.

Be stable in your body, and it can help you to be stable in your mind.

Meditation is not hard labor. On the contrary, meditation rests the mind.

The intention to love is not yet love.