Be free where you are : a talk given at the Maryland Correctional Institution

"Freedom is not given to us by anyone; we have to cultivate it ourselves." —Thich Nhat HanhThis compendium of the core teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, based on a talk given at a prison, shows how mindfulness practice can cultivate freedom no matter where you are."This is living Buddhism at its best." —__Shambhala Sun__"This beautiful little compendium of the core teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh actually says all you need to know in this world. It makes a thoughtful gift." —__Branches of Light__"Lovely and deeply helpful." —__Light of Consciousness__ POCKET-SIZED INSPIRATION: This collection of Thich Nhat Hanh's timeless wisdom reminds us that we can find peace and freedom, even in difficult times. Freedom is not given to us by anyone; we have to cultivate it ourselves. Based on a talk given to prison inmates facing death row, this compendium of Thich Nhat Nah's core teachings shows how mindfulness practice can cultivate freedom no matter where you are. Presented in a handy pocket-sized package for easy reference, Be Free Where You Are will help you embrace your best self, even in the worst of circumstances—and offers comfort to anyone feeling ‘stuck'or isolated. ""Freedom is not given to us by anyone; we have to cultivate it ourselves."" --Thich Nhat Hanh This compendium of the core teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, based on a talk given at a prison, shows how mindfulness practice can cultivate freedom no matter where you are. ""This is living Buddhism at its best."" --Shambhala Sun ""This beautiful little compendium of the core teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh actually says all you need to know in this world. It makes a thoughtful gift."" --Branches of Light ""Lovely and deeply helpful."" --Light of Consciousness For Warmth -- The Energy Of Liberation -- Cultivating Freedom -- Touching The Miracles -- You Are A Miracle -- Freedom Is Possible Now -- Walk As A Free Person -- Wonderful Moment -- Smiling As A Practice -- When You Feel Grateful, You Do Not Suffer -- Compassion As The Liberating Factor -- Understanding Makes Compassion Possible -- The Art Of Handling A Storm -- Smile At Your Habit Energy -- Questions And Answers. Thich Nhat Hanh. Includes Bibliographical References. Containing a new Forword by Sister Chan Khong, this beautiful, expanded trade edition of Hahn's popular book shows how people can cultivate freedom no matter where they are. Dear Friends, I wrote the following poem during the war in Vietnam after the town of Ben Tre was bombed by the United States Air Force.