Our society is overloaded with intolerance, discrimination, craving, anger and despair. There is stress, anxiety and frustration within us and around us, and acute pressure to succeed in our studies, work and social life. Each one of us has the power to understand why this has happened, and to transform the situation. Mindfulness practices help us to wake up to what is going on inside and around u
s, and give us the tools to make a difference, in our own lives and the lives of those around us and, ultimately, in our world. Mindfulness is a simple, scientifically proven way to bring our mind back to our body, to become aware of what is happening in our present experiences so we can live with happiness, joy and freedom. When we are mindful our minds are clear and at peace, and our hearts open and light. Wake Up is an active global community of young adults, aged 18-35, established by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh in 2008. We come together to practice mindfulness to take care of ourselves and help transform society. We follow the Five Mindfulness Trainings, which are ethical guidelines that offer concrete practices of true love and understanding, and a path towards a life in harmony with each other and the Earth. Please contact us to join our google group for latest update on meeting information.
