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Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.

Nhat Hanh

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Silence is something that comes from your heart, not from outside. Silence doesn't mean not talking and not doing things it means that you are not disturbed inside. If you're truly silent, then no matter what situation you find yourself in you can enjoy the silence.
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