What does Thich Nhat Hanh say about love?

At the heart of Nhat Hanhs teachings is the idea that “understanding is loves other name” — that to love another means to fully understand his or her suffering. (“Suffering” sounds rather dramatic, but in Buddhism it refers to any source of profound dissatisfaction — be it physical or psychoemotional or spiritual.)

What are the 10 qualities of love?

10 Qualities of a Good Lover from The Ecstasy of SurrenderYoure a willing learner.Youre playful and passionate.You make your partner feel sexy.Youre confident, not afraid to be vulnerable.Youre adventurous and willing to experiment.You communicate your needs and listen to your partner.You make time and dont rush.More items •8 Jan 2014

What does Zen say about love?

At the heart of Thich Nhat Hanhs teachings is the idea that “understanding is loves other name.” In other words, to love someone is to fully understand his or her suffering. Thich Nhat Hanh says that when people say “I love you”, they are caught in the idea of “self” and focused on the “I”.

What is Buddha love?

Buddhism encourages independence through non attachment. Non attachment is the idea that in order to be fulfilled and happy in life, a person cannot be attached to any one thing because this thing can cause suffering. The idea of unconditional love is essentially what Buddhism teaches.