Anger: Buddhist Wisdom for Cooling the Flames
Breathing in, I know that I am angry. Breathing out, I know that I must take care of my anger. Breathing in, I know that anger is still here. Breathing out, I know that anger is in me and I know that mindfulness is in me also. Breathing in, I know that anger is an unpleasant feeling. Breathing out, I know that this feeling has been born and will di
... See moreLilian Cheung • Savor: Mindful Eating, Mindful Life
As you recognize, embrace, and transform your anger, fear, and despair, you start to experience nirvana.
Thich Nhat Hanh • The Art of Living: mindful techniques for peaceful living from one of the world’s most revered spiritual leaders
It’s not a coincidence that you describe your pain as being lodged in your chest. When you breathe with calm intention you’re zapping the white rage monster precisely where it lives. You’re cutting off its feeding tube and forcing a new thought into your head—one that nurtures rather than tortures you. It’s essentially mental self-discipline. I’m n
... See moreCheryl Strayed • Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Dear Sugar
“I know that I am angry.” This awareness is a companion for the anger. Our mindful observation is not to suppress or drive out our anger, but just to look after it.