Do not live with a vocation that is harmful to humans and nature. Do not invest in companies that deprive others of their chance to live. Select a vocation that helps realise your ideal of compassion.
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You carry Mother Earth within you. She is not outside of you. Mother Earth is not just your environment.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the deep connection between humans and the Earth, highlighting that our relationship with nature is intrinsic and not external.
Thich Nhat Hanh's quote encourages us to recognize that we are an integral part of the Earth and that our wellbeing is closely linked to the health of the environment. By understanding that Mother Earth exists within us, we can foster a greater sense of responsibility toward nature, realizing that it is not separate from us, but rather a vital aspect of our existence and identity.
Themes
EarthNatureRelationshipEnvironmentConnection
In practice
Example use cases
In an environmental talk to raise awareness about sustainability.
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