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Poem by TNH
Vastmind
Memphis, TN Veteran
Interrelationship
You are me, and I am you.
Isn't it obvious that we "inter-are"?
You cultivate the flower in yourself,
so that I will be beautiful.
I transform the garbage in myself,
so that you will not have to suffer.
I support you;
you support me.
I am in this world to offer you peace;
you are in this world to bring me joy.
(from “Call me by My True Names – The Collected Poems of Thich Nhat Hanh”, Parallax Press, 2005.)
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I appreciate TNH’s use of language. He seems to have a few favourite phrases and images for expressing the teachings. “Interbeing” is the most obvious but he’s also fond of flowers and garbage.
Thanks for sharing this, @Vastmind
I always feel rested listening to TNH’s talks. In the manner of his speaking you find the mindfulness and peace that he is so fond of.
The Dharma in a nutshell
I find myself more and more considering how my own pursuit of peace and wisdom helps bring benefit to those around me. In a calm, kind demeanor. With an appropriate insight that may help. By not judging others and allowing them to be themselves.