↑ [[Love]] A mantra is a sacred utterance. It is most frequently associated with ritualized meditation, but can also be an informal means of sincere communication. Mantras for lovers are phrases that promote interpersonal understanding and acceptance. >[!quote] [Thich Nhat Hanh](https://tricycle.org/article/mantra-love/) >…if your [[Body]] and mind are unified in mindfulness, then whatever you say becomes a mantra.[^1] 1. “Dear one, I am here for you.” 2. “Dear one, I know that you are here, alive, and that makes me very happy.” 3. “Dear one, I know that you are suffering. That’s why I am here for you.” 4. “Dear one, I know that you are suffering a lot. I know this, and I am here for you, just as the trees are here for you and the flowers are here for you.” 5. “Dear one, I am suffering. I need your help.” 6. "May I avoid criticizing, contradicting, complaining, controlling and comparing. Instead, may I practice compassion, consolation, conciliation and communication. Furthermore, may I cultivate courtesy and caring. May I learn to appreciate and praise others and give thanks for all the gifts of life I receive every day!"[^2] [^1]: Hanh, T. N., Kohn, S. C., & McLeod, M. (2010). _You are here: Discovering the magic of the present moment_. Shambhala. [Google Books](https://books.google.com/books?id=R4CbtfeExO0C) [^2]: Kumar, S. (Apr/May, 2021). Bonding and Belonging. *Resurgence Magazine, 325*. [Link](https://www.resurgence.org/magazine/article5699-bonding-and-belonging.html)