In this book, one of the world's best-known Zen Buddhist teachers offers practical guidance and meditation techniques to practise the art of mindfulness in our daily lives. The book presents Buddhist wisdom in a simple, actionable form that encourages greater awareness of our surroundings and the harmony of the natural world. Thich Nhat Hanh illuminates the path to peace through practices of gratitude and daily affirmations, including a "peace treaty" and the "diet for a mindful society". Practical and highly accessible, Touching Peace: Practising the Art of Mindful Living is an essential guide for mindful living in today's world.