How do I love myself? | Thich Nhat Hanh answers questions

Talk to your body. Say to it: “I love you the way you are. Thank you for being with me. If you have felt abused by me in any way, please forgive me.” Stop now and then during the course of the day visit with your body. Let the visit be one of love and thankfulness. “Thank you for conveying me about. Thank you for breathing, for the beating of our h

May I be peaceful, happy, and light in body and spirit. May I be safe and free from injury. May I be free from anger, afflictions, fear, and anxiety. May I learn to look at myself with the eyes of understanding and love. May I be able to recognize and touch the seeds of joy and happiness in myself. May I learn to identify and see the sources of ang

We begin practicing the love meditation below by focusing on ourselves: “I.” Until we are able to love and take care of ourselves, we cannot be of much help to others. Next, we can offer the practice for others (substituting