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Thich Nhat Hanh on Compassionate Listening | Super Soul Sunday | Oprah Winfrey Network

By Thich Nhat Hanh — 2012

Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh says listening can help end the suffering of an individual, put an end to war and change the world for the better. Watch as he explains how to practice compassionate listening.

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