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Happiness in Four Pebbles

About the Author

Thich Nhat Hanh was a world-renowned spiritual teacher and peace activist. Born in Vietnam in 1926, he became a Zen Buddhist monk at the age of sixteen. Over seven decades of teaching, he published more than 100 books, which have sold more than four million copies in the United States alone. Exiled from Vietnam in 1966 for promoting peace, his teachings on Buddhism as a path to social and political transformation are responsible for bringing the mindfulness movement to Western culture. He established the international Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism in France, now the largest Buddhist monastery in Europe and the heart of a growing community of mindfulness practice centers around the world. He passed away in 2022 at the age of 95 at his root temple, Tu Hieu, in Hue, Vietnam.

Reviews

""A Handful of Quiet" is a lovingly illustrated book that brings this meditation to life. All you ll need to practice it is a quiet spot and four ordinary pebbles." Shambhala Sun
"For those times when you feel the need to give your children something more than your non-distracted attention, give them "A Handful of Quiet." But first, take two handfuls for yourself." - Karen Maezen Miller author of "Momma Zen: Walking the Crooked Path of Motherhood"
"In a world that often buzzes and booms at children, this book offers a genuine place of peace. In "A Handful of Quiet" Thich Nhat Hanh has crafted an oasis for the soul and spirit that will serve your child throughout life."
Kim John Payne M.ED. Author of "Simplicity Parenting"
"Utilizes the child's imagination and invites them to enter meditation with joy and delight. I highly recommend this little jewel of a book. Jacqueline Kramer author of "Buddha Mom"
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Praise for "A Pebble for Your Pocket: "
This book is a gem from a true spiritual master. "Parenting with Spirit"
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For those times when you feel the need to give your children something more than your non-distracted attention, give them "A Handful of Quiet". But first, take two handfuls for yourself. - Karen Maezen Miller author of "Momma Zen: Walking the Crooked Path of Motherhood"

In a world that often buzzes and booms at children, this book offers a genuine place of peace. In "A Handful of Quiet" Thich Nhat Hanh has crafted an oasis for the soul and spirit that will serve your child throughout life.
Kim John Payne M.ED. Author of "Simplicity Parenting"

Utilizes the child's imagination and invites them to enter meditation with joy and delight. I highly recommend this little jewel of a book." Jacqueline Kramer author of "Buddha Mom"



Praise for "A Pebble for Your Pocket: "
"This book is a gem from a true spiritual master." -- "Parenting with Spirit"