Where the fight begins When someone says something unkind to you, you may want to retaliate right away. That is where the fight begins. This habitual way of reacting creates a well-worn pathway in your brain. When you travel a neural pathway over and over again, it becomes a habit. Very often that pathway leads […]
Any time is the right time to talk about peace, but, in deeply troubling times like those we are living through, this conversation becomes essential. Below is a range of books about peace by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh and other educators and practitioners. From perspectives on resolving the conflict between the Israelis and Palestinians, […]
Last revised on Oct 24, 2024 to reflect new Settings menu. At present, the Plum Village App has full support for: The user interface of the app is supported in all of these languages, plus we offer content (talks, meditations, and resources) in all of these languages. Additionally, some of our videos have subtitles in […]
Dear friends, We are happy to announce a new update to the Plum Village App, available now on the App Store for Apple devices, and on Google Play for Android phones and tablets. In this update, we have made significant improvements to the search function, including new options to filter by duration or author. Enhanced […]
A timeless introduction to Thich Nhat Hanh’s most important teachings, this spiritual classic reveals the connection between peace in oneself and peace in the world. Being Peace was first published in 1987 and subsequently translated into more than thirty languages. Intended for peace activists and as a commentary on the peace movement of the time, […]
At the beginning of the 21st century, an initiative by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) attempted to draw attention to the necessity for a global shift from a culture of violence to a culture of peace and nonviolence. It was called Manifesto 2000 (the year 2000 having been proclaimed the International […]
