The world moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to. In this guide to mindfulness, Haemin Sunim, a Buddhist monk born in Korea and educated in the United States, offers advice on everything from handling setbacks to dealing with relationships and loved ones, combining his teachings with illustrations that serve as calming visual interludes. Even as we desperately speed toward what comes next, these messages of solace and encouragement speak directly to the anxieties that have become part and parcel of modern life and remind us of the strength and joy that come from slowing down. Popular in his native Korea, Haemin Sunim is a spiritual leader whose teachings transcend religions and borders and resonate with people of all ages. With insight and compassion drawn from a life full of change, he encourages all of us to notice that when you slow down, the world slows down with you.
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