We try many ways to be awake, but our society still keeps us forgetful…

Nhat Hanh
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We try many ways to be awake, but our society still keeps us forgetful. Meditation is to help us remember. ✨ Nhất Hạnh (Thích.), Thich Nhat Hanh (1993). Love in Action: Writings on Nonviolent Social Change
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