Age Quote by Nhat Hanh
“Anxiety is the illness of our age. We worry about ourselves, our family, our friends, our work, and our state of the world. If we allow worry to fill our hearts, sooner or later we will get sick.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Peace Is Every Step, 1991
Worry consumes health; recognizing and releasing it preserves well‑being.
In simple terms: Worry harms health.
Practice mindfulness to calm anxiety.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily life
- workplace
- relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your worry?
- How can you cultivate lasting peace?
Mindfulness alone may not solve deep trauma.