Fear: Essential Wisdom for Getting Through the Storm

by Thich Nhat Hanh

Overview

End the constant cycle of stress and anxiety, stop worrying about the future, and start thriving in the present—A moving guide to a more mindful life from bestselling author Thich Nhat Hanh

Most of us live in a constant state of fear—of failure, of our past, of illness and aging, of losing the things we treasure most, and of never discovering our most authentic self. But it doesn't have to be this way, promises renowned Zen master and Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh. Drawing on a lifetime of mindfulness in action, Hanh shows us how to use the practice of living in the present to acknowledge and embrace our fears, recognize their origins, and render them powerless.

By offering mantras, meditations, breathing exercises, and ancient wisdom, Fear guides us through practical exercises for:

·      Transforming crippling uncertainty into clarity

·      Acknowledging and harnessing emotions while relinquishing their control

·      Communicating with compassion and understanding

·      Utilizing the immense power of community during times of struggle and hardship

·      Trusting the spiritual process and reconnecting with our internal guiding light

The worries of the past and the anxiety of the future disappear as we discover the power of the present moment. Restore balance, find lasting happiness, and take control of your own journey by live freely and fearlessly.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780062004734
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	03/04/2014
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	5.20(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Thich Nhat Hanh was a world-renowned Buddhist Zen master, poet, author, scholar, and activist for social change, who was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He was the author of many bestselling books, including the classics Peace Is Every Step and The Art of Living. Through his books and retreats at the monasteries he has founded in the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Australia, he became a pre-eminent figure in contemporary Buddhism, offering teachings that are both deeply rooted in ancient wisdom and accessible to all. 

Sister Chan Khong is Thich Nhat Hanh’s most senior monastic disciple and lifelong collaborator. A leading force in his engaged Buddhism programs and humanitarian projects, her books include Learning True Love and Beginning Anew.

Sister True Dedication is a former journalist and monastic Dharma Teacher ordained by Thich Nhat Hanh. 

Table of Contents

Introduction: Fearlessness 1

A Time Before 7

Original Fear 15

Reconciling with Our Past 21

Releasing Fears About the Future: The Five Remembrances 29

No Coming, No Going 41

The Gift of Fearlessness 59

The Power of Mindfulness 71

Learning to Stop 79

Calm in the Storm 85

Transforming the Fear Around Us 91

Blue Sky Above the Clouds 101

Transforming Fear into Love: The Four Mantras 109

The Opposite of Fear 115

Practices for Transforming Fear 127

Releasing Fear from Body and Feelings: Eight Simple Mindfulness Exercises 127

Transforming the Roots of Fear in the Mind: Eight Breathing Exercises 139

Deep Relaxation for Transforming Fear and Stress 149

Metta Meditation: May We Be Free from Fear 152

What People are Saying About This

Sogyal Rinpoche

“Thich Nhat Hanh shows us that by looking deeply and embracing our whole experience with acceptance, love and understanding, we can go beyond fear and anxiety to find fearlessness and inner peace.”

Editorial Reviews

Thich Nhat Hanh shows us that by looking deeply and embracing our whole experience with acceptance, love and understanding, we can go beyond fear and anxiety to find fearlessness and inner peace.” — Sogyal Rinpoche

“Nhat Hanh stresses compassion, nonviolence, and community building at all levels as a strategy for transforming the fear and anger in the world….The Zen master’s understanding of the grip that fear and anxiety have on modern individuals is profound. His unfailing simplicity, direct approach, and humanity shine on every page. ” – Publishers Weekly — Publishers Weekly

From the Publisher

Thich Nhat Hanh shows us that by looking deeply and embracing our whole experience with acceptance, love and understanding, we can go beyond fear and anxiety to find fearlessness and inner peace.

Sogyal Rinpoche