If we are not fully ourselves, truly in the present moment, we miss everything. - Thích Nhất Hạnh

Doing things in this way has a good effect on everyone, teaching by example, not just with words. When your child is agitated, you don't have to say, "Go to that room!" You can take his or her hand and walk together into the room for breathing, and sit quietly together. This is the best education for peace. It is really beautiful to begin the day by being a Buddha. Each time we feel ourselves about to leave our Buddha, we can sit and breathe until we return to our true self.

When we succeed in surviving strong emotions, we experience a more solid peace of mind.

In a true dialogue, both sides are willing to change.