Developing upon teachings on the art of mindful living begun in Being Peace, Thich Nhat Hanh shows the connection between inner peace and peace on earth. Recorded live in New York in 1991, he teaches us how mindful breathing and awareness is refreshing and healing, and how it can be used as the basis for examining the roots of war and social problems. His vision for rebuilding society through strengthening families and communities coalesces the ultimate reach of each act in our daily lives. Excerpt from recording: "The Buddha is trying to break into you to reveal herself to you, but unless you give the Buddha a chance by calming yourself — practicing calming — then the Buddha cannot reveal himself in the power of your mind. Maybe you don't have to practice anything."