Spiritual masters

I’ve recently read ‘The Miracle of Mindfulness’ by Thich Nhat Hanh, one of the most well-known Buddhist teachers in the world. Before reading it, I was mostly curious about why this book had become almost like the Bible for those seeking to understand what mindfulness is. I could see why the book’s messages would appeal to many people, including myself, who want to live a simple life devoted to the present moment rather than waste their lives worrying about the future. Stories like how one should only be “doing the dishes when doing the dishes” have almost become memes in discussions about mindful living. The message is simple yet powerful enough to inspire millions of people. While reading the book, I also watched several videos and read articles about Thich Nhat Hanh and his international Buddhist community, Plum Village. I didn’t know his community had spread to so many parts of the world. There are hundreds of monks and nuns practicing in Plum Village communities and thousands of…

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