Summary of How To Relax by Thich Nhat Hanh - Audiobook (Part 1)

00:00:00 - 00:10:00

In this video, Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh discusses how to relax by taking a few minutes to breathe in and out mindfully. He also talks about the importance of creating a collective mindfulness for the benefit of both the individual and the world.

• 00:00:00 In this video, Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh discusses how to relax. He notes that you don't need to set aside special time for resting and relaxing, you don't need any special equipment, and you don't need a specific location or setting. Instead, you can simply take a few minutes to relax at any time, by breathing in and out mindfully. This can be helpful in relieving stress and tension, and helping you to return to a sense of peace and tranquility.
• 00:05:00 This video introduces the concept of meditation, which is the practice of focusing on your breathing, body, and mind in order to relax. It also discusses the importance of creating a collective mindfulness for the benefit of both the individual and the world.
• 00:10:00 In this video, Thich Nhat Hanh talks about how to relax. He suggests that when we practice mindfulness, we should also focus on communicating with ourselves and listening to our bodies. He notes that technology can help us connect with people who are far away, but that we need to stop and relax first.