Capacity Quote by Nhat Hanh
“Our capacity to make peace with another person and with the world depends very much on our capacity to make peace with ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Peace Is Every Step, Thich Nhat Hanh, 1991
Inner peace is a prerequisite for external harmony; without self‑acceptance, true peace with others is impossible.
In simple terms: Peace with self enables peace with others.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate mindfulness and self‑compassion.
Themes
mindfulness
peace
self‑acceptance
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- conflict resolution
- personal counseling
- team building
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
psychology
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner obstacles block your peace?
- How does self‑acceptance affect relationships?
A Different Perspective
Self‑peace can be elusive, making external peace fragile.
