How to Focus by Thich Nhat Hanh - Paperback

In a world filled with constant notifications, endless scrolling, and competing demands for our attention, How to Focus offers a simple reminder: clarity begins when we learn to be fully present.

Written by renowned Zen teacher Thich Nhat Hanh, this pocket-sized guide explores how mindfulness and concentration can help us quiet distractions, see more clearly, and better understand ourselves, the people around us, and the world we live in.

With his signature warmth and simplicity, Thich Nhat Hanh shares short reflections and practical wisdom for bringing greater awareness into everyday life. Rather than asking us to escape the noise, he shows us how to return our attention to the present moment—one breath, one thought, and one small practice at a time.

Perfect for reading a few pages during a quiet morning, keeping beside your journal, or reaching for whenever life feels a little too scattered.

Why You'll Love It

• Simple, accessible teachings on mindfulness and concentration
• Encourages greater focus, awareness, and clarity
• Short reflections that are easy to incorporate into daily life
• Pocket-sized format makes it easy to keep nearby
• A thoughtful gift for readers interested in mindfulness, meditation, Zen, and personal growth
• Beautifully illustrated with playful sumi-ink drawings by artist Jason DeAntonis

About the Mindfulness Essentials Series

The Mindfulness Essentials series is a back-to-basics collection from Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh designed to make mindfulness practice approachable in everyday life. Each book combines concise teachings with expressive sumi-ink illustrations.

About the Author

Thich Nhat Hanh was a Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk, spiritual teacher, author, and peace activist. Over more than seven decades of teaching, he wrote more than 100 books and became one of the world's most influential voices on mindfulness and engaged Buddhism.

Book Details - Paperback

Pages: 128
Dimensions: 4" x 6" x 0.4"
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: July 19, 2022

Slow down. Quiet the noise. Come back to the moment you're in.