When we ground ourselves in the present moment, we spontaneously connect better with others. We become more responsive and less reactive, listening more deeply and speaking with greater clarity.

Lama Surya Das
When we ground ourselves in the present moment, we spontaneously...
When we ground ourselves in the present moment, we spontaneously...
When we ground ourselves in the present moment, we spontaneously...
When we ground ourselves in the present moment, we spontaneously...
About This Quote

This quote by Thich Nhat Hanh speaks of the importance of grounding yourself in the present moment. When you are fully present, you are more responsive. You are able to listen more deeply and speak with greater clarity. This is because you are not concerned with doubting yourself or doubting what others might think of you. You are simply focused on what is happening now.

Source: Buddha Standard Time: Awakening To The Infinite Possibilities Of Now

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