Present Moment, Wonderful Moment: mindfulness verses for daily living
Mindful verses for daily living by the beloved Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh
'Thich Nhat Hanh's work has proven to be the antidote to our modern pain and sorrows' Ocean Vuong
Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.
Beloved Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh offers 79 meditations to help you through your daily routines in a peaceful and mindful way. This beautifully illustrated book shares a simple verse with an enlightening commentary that will give you the space and heart to live each day in a connected and calm way.
'The monk who taught the world mindfulness' Time
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Thich Nhat Hanh, a Vietnamese poet, bestselling author and peace activist, has been a Buddhist monk for over 40 years. He was chairman of the Vietnamese Buddhist Peace delegation during the Vietnam War and was nominated by Dr Martin Luther King for the Nobel Peace Prize. In 1966 he visited the US and Europe on a peace mission and was unable to return to his native land. Today he heads Plum Village, a meditation community in south-western France, where he teaches, writes, gardens and aids refugees worldwide. Websites include- www.interbeing.org.uk and www.plumvillage.org
Waking Up
Taking the First Step of the Day
Opening the Window
Looking in the Mirror
Using the Toilet
Turning on the Water
Washing Your Hands
Brushing Your Teeth
Bathing
Looking at Your Hand
Washing Your Feet
Getting Dressed
VERSES FOR MEDITATION
13. Inviting the Bell to Sound
Hearing the Bell
Entering the Meditation Room
Sitting Down
Lighting a Candle
Offering Incense
Praising Buddha
Finding a Stable Sitting Position
Adjusting a Meditation Posture
Opening the Sutra
Closing the Sutra
Following the Breath
Hugging Meditation
Greeting Someone
Cleaning the Meditation Room
Sweeping
Cleaning the Bathroom
VERSES FOR EATING MINDFULLY
30. Looking at Your Empty Plate
Serving Food
Contemplating Your Food
Beginning to Eat
Finishing Your Meal
Washing the Dishes
Drinking Tea
VERSES FOR OTHER DAILY ACTIVITIES
37. Walking Meditation
Gardening
Planting Trees or Other Plants
Watering the Garden
Cutting a Flower
Arranging Flowers
Washing Vegetables
Throwing Out the Garbage
Smiling at Your Anger
Using the Telephone
Turning on the Television
Driving the Car
Turning on the Light