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We humans have lost the wisdom of genuinely resting and relaxing. We worry too much. We don't allow our bodies to heal, and we don't allow our minds and hearts to heal.

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In this quote, Thich Nhat Hanh, a renowned clergyman, highlights how modern humans have lost the wisdom of truly resting and relaxing. He observes that our constant worrying prevents our bodies from healing and hinders the healing process of our minds and hearts.
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Clergyman, Vietnamese
Thich Nhat Hanh is a Vietnamese Buddhist monk, peace activist, and prolific writer.
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