Flowering Smiles Sangha

Welcome to Flowering Smiles

Find Your Calm. Cultivate Your Joy.

In a world that constantly demands your attention, the Flowering Smiles website is a sanctuary dedicated to helping you return to the peace within.

Our practice is firmly rooted in the tradition of Plum Village and the compassionate teachings of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh (Thay). We offer the profound yet gentle path of the Full Awareness of Breathing, making the deep wisdom of ancient texts accessible for modern life.

The Foundation of Our Practice:

We draw inspiration from the Ānāpānasati Sutta—the Buddha's discourse on mindful breathing—which offers the stable ground for transformation. As Thay often reminds us:

"Breathing in, I calm my whole body; breathing out, I calm my whole body."

This is where we learn to transform stress into awareness and reconnect with the simple beauty of the present moment.

What You'll Discover Here:

• The Flowering Smiles Podcast: Your weekly dose of guided Plum Village meditation and practical insights.

• Simple Wisdom: Resources and articles to bring peace into your daily life.

• A Gentle Community: A reliable space to pause, breathe, and let your own inner joy bloom.

It's time to slow down, breathe deep, and practice coming home to the here and the now.

Ready to start?

Being with Breathing In - Out.