Don’t defend yourself
Don’t defend yourself. When you try to defend yourself you are giving too much importance to the words of others and give more strength to their opinions. If you agree not to defend yourself, you are showing that the opinions of others do not affect you, and that you “listen”. Which are simply opinions and you don’t have to convince others to be happy. Your inner silence makes you peaceful.
Practice the art of not speaking. Gradually you will develop the art of speaking without speaking and your true inner nature will replace your artificial personality letting the light of your heart and the power of wisdom give off the “noble silence”. Respect the lives of others and everything that exists in the world. Don’t try to force, manipulate and control others. Become your teacher and let others be what they are or what they have the ability to be. Put yourself in the silence and harmony of the entire universe
Thich Nhat HanhThe Art of Communicating: Thich Nhat Hanh
Buddhist Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh is one of the most respected and celebrated teachers in the world.
In this precise and practical guide, Thich Nhat Hanh reveals how to listen mindfully and express your fullest and most authentic self. With examples from his work with couples, families, and international conflicts, The Art of Communicating helps us move beyond the perils and frustrations of misrepresentation and misunderstanding to learn the listening and speaking skills that will forever change how we experience and impact the world.
For more information, visit www.thichnhathanhfoundation.org.
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