Thich Nhat Hanh

Dmae Roberts presents a special episode of Humankind by David Freudberg. This veteran producer travelled to a Buddhist Monastery in rural Vermont, to talk with Thich Nhat Hanh.  A renowned Vietnamese monk and global spiritual leader, poet and peace activist,Hanh is revered around the world for his powerful teachings and bestselling writings on mindfulness and peace. He tries to cool the fires of global conflict by advocating compassion, loving speech and deep listening. Hanh was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Martin Luther King Jr. for his efforts to make peace in his war torn homeland. This documentary special focuses on Hanh's belief  that much of the turmoil between people at war, comes from basic misunderstandings that can be clarified through careful listening. Only when both sides listen to the other and try to understand, can we transform from conflict to peace.

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How can we listen and look deeply into someone else's suffering?