For those new to meditation, tangerine meditation is a great way to show that the practice isn’t only about sitting and focusing on breathing, but can be incorporated into all aspects of life. In fact, many common habits and activities, such as walking or lying down – and even eating a tangerine – can be […]
Dear friends, Today we’d like to share some insights about Wake Up Films, a series of shorts which pair Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings with footage from Plum Village or the natural world. They can be accessed on the Plum Village App and on our YouTube channel, where we premiere a new installment most weeks, usually […]
When anger is manifesting in me, I am determined not to speak. I will practice mindful breathing and walking in order to recognize and to look deeply into my anger. I know that the roots of anger can be found in my wrong perceptions and lack of understanding of the suffering in myself and in […]
Dear friends, The 16 mindful breathing exercises are at the heart of the teachings offered by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh and the global Plum Village community. These exercises are ancient, systematic guides for sitting meditation and mindfulness of breathing according to the Buddha’s teaching in the Anapanasati Sutra. The amount of questions we receive […]
Dear friends, We’re overjoyed to present our festive gift to you: a brand-new update of the Plum Village App, adorned with delightful design enhancements to ensure a seamlessly joyful experience as you navigate the app! 🎁🌟 In particular, we have enhanced the video player for a more intuitive experience when using it on mobile devices, […]
Dear friends, Our colleagues who are translating some of Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings from Vietnamese to English have discovered several interesting insights. We’d like to share these details and nuances to allow better understanding and application of Thay’s teachings. 🙏🏽 In Sanskrit, the word ‘citta’ means ‘heart’ and ‘mind’. When we speak about the mind […]
