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The Art of Communicating
The Art of Communicating
The Art of Communicating
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The Art of Communicating

Written by Thich Nhat Hanh

Narrated by Dan Woren

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About this audiobook

Zen master Thick Nhat Hanh, bestselling author of Peace is Every Step and one of the most respected and celebrated religious leaders in the world, delivers a powerful path to happiness through mastering life's most important skill.

How do we say what we mean in a way that the other person can really hear?

How can we listen with compassion and understanding?

Communication fuels the ties that bind, whether in relationships, business, or everyday interactions. Most of us, however, have never been taught the fundamental skills of communication—or how to best represent our true selves. Effective communication is as important to our well-being and happiness as the food we put into our bodies. It can be either healthy (and nourishing) or toxic (and destructive).

In this precise and practical guide, Zen master and Buddhist monk Thick Nhat Hanh reveals how to listen mindfully and express your fullest and most authentic self. With examples from his work with couples, families, and international conflicts, The Art of Communicating helps us move beyond the perils and frustrations of misrepresentation and misunderstanding to learn the listening and speaking skills that will forever change how we experience and impact the world.

Editor's Note

Communication is key…

This powerful tome by revered Buddhist monk and Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh is full of positive aphorisms, which reveal that intentionality is the key to effective self-expression.

LanguageEnglish
PublisherHarperAudio
Release dateAug 13, 2013
ISBN9780062283771
Author

Thich Nhat Hanh

Thich Nhat Hanh was a world-renowned Buddhist Zen master, poet, author, scholar, and activist for social change, who was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He was the author of many bestselling books, including the classics Peace Is Every Step and The Art of Living. Through his books and retreats at the monasteries he has founded in the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Australia, he became a pre-eminent figure in contemporary Buddhism, offering teachings that are both deeply rooted in ancient wisdom and accessible to all.  Sister Chan Khong is Thich Nhat Hanh’s most senior monastic disciple and lifelong collaborator. A leading force in his engaged Buddhism programs and humanitarian projects, her books include Learning True Love and Beginning Anew. Sister True Dedication is a former journalist and monastic Dharma Teacher ordained by Thich Nhat Hanh. 

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    A lotus for you, A Buddha to be...wonderful book aside from it ending abruptly.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    I have had the problem of not communicating, lying and not speaking when I'm hurt. I also became very bitter and misunderstanding. Thank you for this guide. My heart is now lighter. I am not at the full of the book's advice but do far, I have never been better. Thank you. Asante Sana.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    great book i Must to listening a few times and i learned too mutch i hope u Will too !

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    I began to listen to this book when I was upset with my beloved partner. This book got me truly present.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    This is one of the books that changed my life. Non-preachy, practical... it just really reframed for me what other people hear when I say things... and how to reframe/really hear what they say.I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to have functional relationships!

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Lovely book. Helps you with positive thoughts.
    Enjoyed it.

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  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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    In general, I do like the book. The concepts have been expressed simply and, one might even say, simplistically. However, they are indeed hard to follow. The one thing that I would recommend to anyone, is that they read 'The Art of Mindfulness" first, and live that, before they approach this book. The danger in these books, in my opinion, is that if they are practised superficially then, you end up suppressing a lot of anger and other negative emotion. So, do practise the principles, but not in isolation.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Such a beautiful book! I’ll be reading it again ?
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    I love it! Really useful for me to pratice mindfulness
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Anyone in any religion or no religion can benefit from reading this book. His words have depth. He gives practical suggestions for different kinds of relationships, not just intimate relationships.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    This author is amazing. I feel more at peace after listening to his books and better able to live with loving compassion for myself and others.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Must read, we all can learn to love or deepen our love for ourselves and others. We just need a bit of practice to mastery love and being happy. All is within us, we just need to know how to access it. This book contains the key to access it by communicating
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Simple and clear. I love the lessons you can apply to your daily life immediately.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    I enjoyed this book and the perspective. A lot of great principles that I will put in place, I definitely suggest taking these principles and making them your own.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    A Simple and easy to read handbook on compassionate communication.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    Helped me remember I don’t have to be in such a rush in my life to speak or do, being mindful has helped me have more patience. Thank you for writing such a loving book
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Beautiful, calming, soothing. I wish everyone would implement this, but we can certainly start with ourselves.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    It was ok. There was a lot of fluff. By that, I mean that he included text from other books he has written. So, there wasn't a lot here that was new for me, but it was still a good book with a good message and some great ideas for enabling better communication.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Very inciteful and helpful in relationships. Also interspective, my journey continues!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    This is a Must read, giving a full lifetime wisdom
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    The practices are great! I applied them and I feel the difference, Thank you for adding this book to audibles!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    There's nothing I can say that describes this book better than "eye-opening" !
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    The art of communicating is like the art of mind.Such a intrincate,yet very simple book to oneself and others.Thank you
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Great book with some good thoughts. Not very long. Thanks autor
  • Rating: 2 out of 5 stars
    2/5
    So dry and boring. Had a hard time to finish it.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    an amazing audiobook. It teaches you a lot about communication
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    The truth and how simple it was communicated to the public
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Rally enjoyed this one, so much good information that I'll probably listen to it multiple times, narrator was fantastic as well.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Incredible. So much to learn and practice. I knew a few of the insight but it’s incredible how far we can improve to communicate with ourselves and others.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Greate book, I enjoy each chapter and each example ???