Hi everyone! This is my first Hubski post. I was just reading this earlier, and after some recent happenings at reddit and such, I thought we could all go for some mindfulness :) Deer Park Monastery is a monastery in Thich Nhat Hanh's lineage, and is located in California. Thich Nhat Hanh is a massive inspiration to me.
I don't mean to put you on the spot, but would you be willing to make a recommendation on where to start with Thich Nhat Hanh's writings? Something that stands out to you? I've known several people who have felt that way about him, but I don't really know much beyond that. Thich Nhat Hanh is a massive inspiration to me.
Depends on what you're wanting exactly. To start on Buddhist doctrine and such, I would suggest "The Heart of the Buddha's Teachings". For start on basic Buddhist practice, I suggest "The Miracle of Mindfulness", and for everyday mindfulness no matter your beliefs (if any), I've heard "Peace is Every Step" is fantastic for that, but I've not personally read that one. EDIT: "The Pocket Thich Nhat Hanh" is also an awesome overview of his writings in general. I've read that and highly recommend it. His "Mindfulness Essentials" series are also quick easy reads.
Thanks for the recommendations. I've now got a copy of "The Pocket Thich Nhat Hanh" on my kindle. I'm sorry I didn't give you anything to go on about myself when I asked. I'd say that I have an interest in Buddhism that has existed for most of my adult life, and that I've noticed it growing in recent years. I enjoy the time I spend poking around Theravada's Tipitaka. My exposure to Zen is more or less nil. I've shied away from trying to find my local buddhist communities, but I could see that changing. I think the reason I haven't right now is more or less inertia. I don't know what I'd find if I went. Welcome to hubski.
Thanks for the welcome :D Plum Village (TNH's main monastery, and his current residence) is currently working on an online monastery of sorts. I've donated a few bucks to it because it definitely appeals to me. I'm a member of the Treeleaf Zendo sangha that's purely online. It's filled with wonderful folks and excellent teachers as well.