“ Letting go gives us freedom, and freedom is the only condition for happiness. If, in our heart, we still cling to anything - anger, anxiety, or possessions - we cannot be free. ”

Previous Next Thich Nhat Hanh

Source: The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching: Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy, and Liberation

Categories: Anger Freedom Happiness


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