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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.” quote by Nhat Hanh
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“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.”

Nhat Hanh

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.

Key Takeaway

Practice mindfulness to calm anxiety.

Themes

mental health mindfulness well‑being

Mood

calm reflective

Type

spiritual practical

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • workplace
  • relationships

Key Concepts

anxiety stress management spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your worry?
  • How can you cultivate lasting peace?
A Different Perspective

Mindfulness alone may not solve deep trauma.

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