Happiness, Love, and Liberation, Thich Nhat Hanh
Happiness, Love, and Liberation, Thich Nhat Hanh
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Happiness, Love, and Liberation
Insights and Teachings from Buddhist Psychology

Author: Thich Nhat Hanh

Narrator: Thich Nhat Hanh

Unabridged: 5 hr 55 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/01/2015


Synopsis

Real-World Training in “The Practice of Happiness” with Thich Nhat Hanh

Look deeply into the nature of the mind and you will find the seeds of true happiness and freedom. This was the Buddha’s great realization—and it is a discovery that you, too, can make in any moment. With Happiness, Love, and Liberation, you will join Thich Nhat Hanh for seven sessions of advanced teachings and rare insights discovered throughout his seven-decade inquiry into the truths of Buddhist psychology.

Understanding the Roots of Suffering—the First Step Toward Freedom

What are the ingredients for a life of genuine happiness? According to Thich Nhat Hanh, happiness only arises through a deep understanding of the roots of suffering—and through the cultivation of joy, love, and compassion that comes with daily practice of mindfulness and meditation. Offering in-depth instruction in applying foundational Buddhist principles backed by modern science, he provides inspiration and support for healing the habits that lead to suffering and opening to the miracle of life in the here and now.

From guidance to sitting and walking meditation to an examination of key Buddhist teachings including the Diamond Sutra, the Heart Sutra, and much more, these seven audio-learning sessions are intended to help us release our worries about past and future—and start living with ease in joyful recognition of the gifts of the present moment.

Highlights

• How mindfulness and concentration generate happiness and joy

• Meditation as an antidote to agitation and anxiety

• Four basic breathing exercises for accessing peace at any time

• Releasing concepts that lead to suffering

• “Every step a miracle”—the art of walking meditation

• Our intimate connection to our “spiritual ancestors”

• The evolution of science and philosophy

• Zen practice: toward a fuller understanding of reality

• Does suffering ever leave us—even in Paradise?

• The factors of enlightenment

• Eternalism, nihilism, and the Middle Way

• The intersection of Buddhism and modern science

• The art of compassionate, deep listening and loving speech

• Why removing the notion of self is central to all Buddhist teachings

• Your body as the cosmos itself

• The difference between manifestation and birth

• How the entire world profits with each person who grows in happiness

About Thich Nhat Hanh

Thich Nhat Hanh is a Zen master in the Vietnamese tradition, scholar, poet, and peace activist. He is the founder of the Van Hanh Buddhist University in Saigon and has taught at Columbia University and the Sorbonne. Thich Nhat Hanh is the author of the national bestseller Living Buddha, Living Christ and over 60 other books. He was nominated for the 1967 Nobel Peace Prize by Martin Luther King, Jr.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Paul on April 24, 2021

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Goodreads review by Andy on June 17, 2019

My first book of hearing Thay’s voice (on Audible); soft spoken and moving. His words are kind, compassionate, and occasionally humorous and the messages are compelling. There’s nothing like hearing an author tell his own story, or as powerful as the teacher deliver his lessons, in his own voice. A......more

Goodreads review by Zoe on September 04, 2017

I wish Thich Nhat Hanh would stop pointing out that I don't have a self; I'm sensitive about it! In seriousness, this man is an amazing teacher and has helped me a lot with my suffering. Everyone should read/listen to his work.......more

Goodreads review by AttackGirl on November 05, 2025

Perhaps if we could get the world to read, put down the hate, greed, instead of fists in guns fingers in books of appreciation for all of existence. Yes everything is perfect just as it is or it would not be. Stop fighting to desire and appreciate what you have now each moment with everything from t......more

Goodreads review by Anna on April 09, 2021

Great Content Poor Quality, how sad! What he says it’s amazing for the largest part, only a few concept I don’t agree with but I love to listen to his point of view and the spirit he applies to things. Unfortunately the quality of the recording is very bad... I wonder why Sounds True or who never pu......more