By eating meat we share the responsibility of climate change, the destruction of our forests, and the poisoning of our air and water. The simple act … - Thích Nhất Hạnh

There is a lot of anger, frustration, and misunderstanding in the peace movement. The peace movement can write very good protest letters, but they are not yet able to write a love letter. We need to learn to write a letter to the Congress or to the president of the United States that they will want to read, and not just throw away. The way you speak, the kind of understanding, the kind of language you use should not turn people off. The president is a person like any of us.

When you feel anger arising, remember to return to your breathing and follow it. The other person may see that you are practicing, and she may even apologize.

Take my hand. We will walk. We will only walk. We will enjoy our walk without thinking of arriving anywhere.