We need enlightenment, not just individually but collectively, to save…

Nhat Hanh
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We need enlightenment, not just individually but collectively, to save the planet. We need to awaken ourselves. We need to practice mindfulness if we want to have a future, if we want to save ourselves and the planet.
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