Quotes about Serenity
Do not lose yourself in the past. Do not lose yourself in the future. Do not get caught in your anger, worries, or fears. Come back to the present moment, and touch life deeply. This is mindfulness.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Once we recognize that all things are impermanent, we have no problem enjoying them. In fact, real peace and joy are only possible when we see clearly into the nature of impermanence.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Find space in your day when you can practice mindful breathing and letting go of tensions.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
It is not by going out for a demonstration against nuclear missiles that we can bring about peace. It is with our capacity of smiling, breathing, and being peace that we can make peace.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Meditation is not evasion; it is a serene encounter with reality.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Happiness can be attained by letting go, including letting go of your ideas about happiness.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Relax. It's only a game.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
it is always possible to practice "I have arrived, I am home." I have run all my life; I am not going to run anymore; now I am determined to stop and really live my life.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Contemplating a beautiful sunrise, you're not distracted by thinking about the past or the future. The more concentrated you become, the more you see the beauty all around you. So concentration is a source of happiness.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
Whenever a painful feeling or emotion arises, we should be able to be present with it, not fight it, but recognize it.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
When desire stops, there is no more fear. We are then truly free, peaceful, and happy.
— Thich Nhat Hanh
We need a small space where we can take care of our nervous system and restore our tranquility and peace.
— Thich Nhat Hanh