Being Peace

“There are many of us who are eager to work for peace, but we don't have peace within. Angrily we shout for peace. And angrily we shout at the people who like us, are also for peace, even people and groups dedicated to peacemaking sometimes fight among themselves. If there is no peace in our heart, there can be no harmony among the peace workers. And if there is no harmony, this is no hope. If we're divided, if we're in despair, we can't serve; we can't do anything.

Peace must begin with ourselves with the practice of sitting quietly, walking mindfully, taking care of our body, releasing the tension in our body and in our feelings. That is why the practice of being peace is at the foundation of the practice of doing peace. Being peace comes first. Doing peace is something that comes from that foundation." ❤️ - Thich Nhat Hanh