Thich Nhat Hanh Dharma Talks
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Dharma offered by the Venerable Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh.
Episodes
- Live Happily in the Present Moment
Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of living happily in the present moment through mindfulness, aimlessness, and stopping our tendency to constantly search. He emphasizes the importance of community and the practice of freedom from fea…
- How do we Practice as a Sangha
In this dharma talk from 2000, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of sangha. He explores the minimum requirements for a sangha, the Sanghakarman Procedure, the Six Togethernesses, and the distinction between core and extended sangha.
- Making Peace with Ourselves
In this talk from the 2001 winter retreat at Plum Village, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of mindfulness as a way to make peace with ourselves. He covers topics including mindful breathing, understanding the five skandhas, and buil…
- Happiness is Right Here
In this 2007 talk from the Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of aimlessness. He explores how to find peace, joy, and enlightenment in the present moment by letting go of the habit of constantly chasing futur…
- Falling in Love with a Cloud
Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the concept of signlessness, the second door of liberation, during his 2007 Stonehill College retreat. He explores the nature of appearance, change, and continuation by examining existence through examples such as…
- The Raft is not the Shore
In this talk from a 2007 retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the first door of liberation, emptiness, and explains how Buddhist teachings serve as tools to reach deeper insight. He emphasizes that these teachings are like a raft or a finger…
- The Wisdom of Nondiscrimination
This episode from the Stonehill College retreat explores the wisdom of nondiscrimination. Thich Nhat Hanh discusses overcoming feelings of superiority, inferiority, and equality through the practice of looking deeply to recognize our inter…
- Misunderstanding and Fear
In this Q&A session from the 2007 Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses why harm comes to spiritual leaders, reflecting on figures like Jesus, Martin Luther King, and Gandhi. The discussion takes place during a retreat focus…
- Sexual Abuse at the Family Level
In this session from the 2007 Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh addresses questions regarding the transformation of suffering caused by sexual abuse within families and at an individual level.
- Working with Judgment and Fear
During this 2007 Q&A session at Stonehill College, Thich Nhat Hanh addresses how to transform the fear of losing loved ones and how to manage the tendency of judging others for being judgmental.
- Chronic Depression and Medications
In this session from the 2007 Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh answers a question about chronic depression, discussing the relationship between mindfulness practice and the role of medication.
- Living with Cancer
In this session from the 2007 Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh answers a question about spiritual practice following a late-stage cancer diagnosis. The discussion is part of a series focusing on mindfulness, fearlessness, and tog…
- Sexual Misconduct
In this Q&A session from the 2007 Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh addresses a question regarding healing within a church community following an incident of sexual misconduct. He discusses the importance of the healing process ev…
- Toxic Inputs
In this session from the 2007 Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions about managing toxic inputs in the family and how to support loved ones who are struggling.
- Aware of Suffering Surrounding Death
In this session from the 2007 Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh answers a question regarding the suffering associated with death and how to relate to the energy of loved ones.
- Living with all the Madness
Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions from a teenager and an adult during an August 2007 retreat at Stonehill College. Topics discussed include why children are born handicapped and how to maintain faith in humanity amidst world madness.
- I Have a Big Family
This episode features a question-and-answer session from a 2007 retreat at Stonehill College. Thich Nhat Hanh answers three questions from children regarding managing annoyance, seeing family, and travel frequency.
- How Can I Control my Temper?
In this episode from the 2007 Stonehill College retreat, Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions from children about mindfulness, fear, and managing anger. The discussion covers the significance of the bell and practical advice for responding to…
- Sitting on our Portable Lotus Flower
Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of mindful sitting and offers teachings on love mantras to transform suffering. This 2007 dharma talk highlights aspects of the Buddha's example and how to cultivate solidity, peace, and presence in d…
- Breathing Begins Transformation
In this talk from a 2007 retreat at Stonehill College, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the power of mindful breathing and presence. He explores how simple daily activities like eating, walking, and practicing stillness can help one arrive in the…
- Ultimate Dimension of Ourself
In this recording from an August 2007 retreat at Stonehill College, Sr. Chan Khong and Br. Phap Tri discuss the practice of mindfulness. The talk explores how breathing and meditation can help individuals connect with the present moment an…
- We Contain the Whole Cosmos
In this dharma talk from 2008, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh explores the Three Doors of Liberation—emptiness, signlessness, and aimlessness—as keys to reality and freedom from suffering. He discusses the nature of opposites, such as birth an…
- Questions and Answers
Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions on applying Buddhist practice to life, healthcare, suffering, and mindfulness in this 2008 session recorded in Hanoi. Topics include dealing with guilt, depression, forgiveness, and the Five Min…
- Love in Action
In this 2008 dharma talk, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the origins of engaged Buddhism, focusing on his experiences with the School of Youth for Social Service in Vietnam and the founding of the Order of Interbeing. He explores the spiritual…
- The Buddha in your Wallet
In this 2008 dharma talk from Hanoi, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the "Manifestation Only" school of Buddhism and its application to daily life and relationships. He explores the practice of mindfulness, loving speech, and building conditions…
- Joy and Ease for Enlightenment
In this dharma talk from 2008, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh discusses walking meditation, the Seven Factors of Awakening, and the concept of engaged Buddhism. He explores how mindfulness contributes to well-being and reflects on the history…
- You are Both Depression and Mindfulness
Thich Nhat Hanh discusses mental formations, seeds of consciousness, and the Four Noble Truths during a 2008 dharma talk in Hanoi. The teaching explores how mindfulness can be used to recognize and embrace both positive and negative mental…
- Life at Every Breath
Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh presents a dharma talk from the 2008 Engaged Buddhism retreat in Hanoi. The session focuses on the importance of breathing, sitting meditation, smiling, and maintaining awareness in the present moment to experien…
- The Art of Being Peace
In this 2008 keynote address at the International Buddhist Conference in Hanoi, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of being peace. He explores how mindfulness, deep listening, and loving speech can transform conflict within individuals…
- Practicing in a Stressful Environment
Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions about the ultimate dimension, the nature of reality, and Buddhist practice during a 2004 retreat. He provides guidance on managing stress and burnout, particularly for those in demanding professions, throu…
- Happiness is Made of these Moments
In this 2004 dharma talk, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of living happily in the present moment. He explores how mindfulness can be embodied in both Buddhist and Christian traditions to foster compassion and presence in the commun…
- Practicing in the Present Moment
Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions from the community about practicing in the present moment, dealing with anger, and mindful consumption. This talk was recorded during the 2004 Rainy Season Retreat at Deer Park Monastery.
- Practice Means Enjoyment
In this 2004 retreat session at Deer Park Monastery, Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions from lay and monastic attendees. Topics include practicing in the pure land, sangha building, reconciliation, managing negativity in challenging work en…
- Exercises on Mindful Breathing
In this dharma talk from January 2004, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of mindful breathing as taught by the Buddha. He explains how techniques like simple awareness of the breath can help practitioners cultivate mindfulness, concen…
- Surrender Yourself to the Present Moment
In this dharma talk from 2004, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of stopping (samatha) and insight (vipasyana) during a retreat at Deer Park Monastery. He explores how meditation, mindful breathing, and deep relaxation can help the bo…
- Sitting and Walking in the Here and Now
Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of sitting and walking meditation, as well as the importance of being fully present in the here and now. The talk was recorded during the 2004 Rainy Season Retreat at Deer Park Monastery.
- A Beginners Mind for a Beautiful Future
Recorded at Magnolia Grove Monastery in 2011, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the concept of a beginner's mind in relation to the mind of love. He explores Buddhist teachings on conventional and ultimate truths, Right View, and transcending dual…
- Calm | Ease Guided Meditation
Thich Nhat Hanh leads a 37-minute guided meditation designed to help listeners cultivate calm, ease, and joy. Listeners are encouraged to find a comfortable place to settle in for the practice.
- How to Enjoy the Sunset
In this talk, Thich Nhat Hanh shares his experiences from his time in India.
- What Does it Mean to be Free
This episode features a 2011 question and answer session with Thich Nhat Hanh at Magnolia Grove Monastery. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including questions from children, teenagers, and adults regarding mindfulness, relati…
- Nourishing Your Mother and Father in You
Recorded at Magnolia Grove Monastery in 2011, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses mental formations and mindful breathing practices. The talk includes a teaching for children and guidance on working with mental seeds and emotional nourishment.
- Call Your Cows By Their True Name
Thich Nhat Hanh gives a talk at Magnolia Grove Monastery discussing mindful breathing, pebble meditation, and the practice of being truly present for loved ones. The teaching covers the four exercises for body awareness and introduces four…
- Remove the Dressing
Thich Nhat Hanh teaches on mindfulness, breathing, walking, and sitting meditation during the 2011 US Teaching Tour at Magnolia Grove Monastery. The episode also includes a discussion on noble silence, working meditation, and the practice…
- No Sameness No Otherness
Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the concepts of no-birth, no-death, and the interconnectedness of ancestors in this 2014 talk from Plum Village. He teaches on transforming anger into compassion and understanding the nature of sameness and othern…
- The World We Are
In this 2008 dharma talk from Plum Village, Thich Nhat Hanh explores the concept of interbeing and the interconnectedness of all things. The talk covers themes such as no-coming and no-going, the nature of giving, right thinking, and our o…
- Create a Loving Support Group
Thich Nhat Hanh discusses creating loving support groups in schools to foster peace, deep listening, and understanding of suffering. The talk also explores the nature of anger, the Five Skandhas, mindful consumption, and the importance of…
- The Art of Mindful Walking
In this talk from the 2006 World Forum Theatre, Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the practice of mindful walking and compassionate listening. The session explores how mindfulness can be integrated into daily life to cultivate peace and transform…
- Collective Mindful Energy
Thay gives a dharma talk on the role of mindfulness and the sangha at the Plum Village Spring Retreat. He discusses the collective energy of the sangha, the role of the dharma hall, and the significance of the meditation bell in practice.
- Conscious Breathing is Nourishing
Thich Nhat Hanh discusses the importance of nourishing oneself with joy and happiness through conscious breathing, mindfulness, and the support of a sangha. He explains how these practices, along with mindful consumption, help cultivate co…
- The Effectiveness of Prayer
In this Dharma talk from 2006, Thich Nhat Hanh answers a series of questions regarding the practice of prayer, its relationship to mindfulness, and its role in peace-making. He explores the integration of mind and body, the intersection of…