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The World We Have: A Buddhist Approach to Peace and Ecology by Thích Nhất Hạnh, Alan Weisman
mayormccheese's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
4.5
radicaledwardiv's review against another edition
5.0
This is an awesome book on how to start changing some of the bad habits we have. Yes taking one day out of the whole year to ride your bike to work is not going to help the planet but its a start. He suggests solutions that can start at annual habit and gradually take it to the next level and make it an everyday practice. For me Thich Nhat Hahn has a way of explaining ideas where it is not hard to understand or overwhelming. Yes this world has a lot horrible events occurring everyday but we can take baby steps to move on to making greater impacts.
victoriakleinco's review against another edition
3.0
As a Buddhist & eco-advocate, I was very excited to read this book. Overall, I enjoyed the book, but I wouldn't say that it was "great." If you are looking for specific ideas & actions to preserve the planet's ecology, you'll be disappointed - the only thing included is a basic list at the end of the book. However, if you are hoping to read about the connection between Buddhist spirituality & environmental advocacy (which is what I was looking for), then this is a darn good book & I highly recommend it.
hoperu's review against another edition
3.0
An interesting little book. It is perhaps more appropriate for a practicing Buddhist than for someone who doesn't really know that much about the religion (like me). Some of the mindfulness exercises could be used by people of all faiths, however, and the message is certainly ecumenical.
rainyreadss's review against another edition
informative
reflective
medium-paced
2.5
An inspiring book, albeit slightly out of touch with the realities of those who aren’t privileged. Idealistic odes to how to fix the world without any concrete examples for those who aren’t financially well off.
suzanlemont's review against another edition
3.0
The writing is a bit simplistic and sometimes repetitious, but the message is an uplifting one. There are some good meditations at the end, and useful practices throughout the book. Not one of my favorite spiritual books, but for some people it might be just the thing.
jybaker's review
4.0
We have to take care of our own mental health before we can change the world. Classic TNH, perhaps with fewer profound nuggets of wisdom than usual, but still worthwhile.
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