How to Listen
How to Listen
How to Listen, the latest offering in the beloved 'Mindfulness Essentials' series from Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, delves into the often-overlooked art of listening. Thich Nhat Hanh, known as "the monk who taught the world mindfulness" (Time), provides readers with an insightful guide on how to cultivate deep listening skills to enhance communication, foster understanding, and nourish relationships.
Thich Nhat Hanh’s gentle yet profound approach helps us recognize that deep listening is not just a skill but a way of being. He shows us how listening with full presence and genuine empathy can transform our interactions and help bridge the gap between people, both in personal relationships and in wider societal contexts. The book sheds light on the importance of listening to ourselves, to others, and to the world around us, including Mother Earth, and encourages us to heed the many 'bells of mindfulness' available to us in every moment.
Through practical exercises, personal anecdotes, and reflective meditations, Thich Nhat Hanh offers clear and heartfelt guidance on how to practice mindful listening. He illustrates how this practice is foundational to mindful living, an expression of love and understanding, and a means to address and resolve conflicts, both large and small. The insights provided are timeless and universally applicable, making How to Listen an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their mindfulness practice and improve their capacity for compassionate communication.
Embark on a journey of introspection and practical wisdom with How to Listen, and discover the healing power of listening with presence and kindness. This gentle and insightful guide is a testament to Thich Nhat Hanh’s enduring legacy as a teacher of peace and mindfulness.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781846048487
Publisher: Ebury Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 12 September 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Rider & Co
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 111.0mm
Height: 156.0mm
Weight: 82g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Born in Hue, Vietnam, Thich Nhat Hanh was a Buddhist Zen Master, poet, scholar and human rights activist. In 1967, he was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Martin Luther King. He founded the Van Hanh Buddhist University in Saigon, the School of Youth and Social Service and the Plum Village Buddhist community and meditation centre in France, where he lived for many years. He was the author of many acclaimed books including The Miracle of Mindfulness, Old Path White Clouds and Fear, which have sold millions of copies around the world. In 2018, he returned to Vietnam to live at the Tu Hieu Temple, where he was first ordained when he was sixteen years old. He died on 22 January 2022, at the age of 95.
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