Committed Quote by Nhat Hanh
“I am committed to cultivating loving speech and deep listening in order to bring joy and happiness to others and relieve others of their suffering.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching, Thich Nhat Hanh, 1998
Cultivating kind speech and deep listening spreads joy and eases others’ suffering.
In simple terms: Kind words and listening bring happiness and relieve pain.
Speak kindly, listen fully.
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When to use this quote
- family counseling
- conflict resolution
- volunteer work
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice deep listening when you feel angry?
- What words can you choose to uplift someone today?
May be difficult with hostile listeners or personal stress.