'As you read the rest of this chapter and this book, read with an open mind and an open heart. Do not struggle with the concepts--the information here is not intended to simply add to your warehouse of knowledge. Be like the earth. When the rain comes, the earth simply opens up to the rain and soaks it all in. Allow the wisdom in this book to nurture the seeds that lie deep in the soil of your consciousness so that they can sprout and mature into the transformative energies of mindfulness and insight. A teacher cannot give you truth. The truth is already in you. A teacher can only offer you the chance to awaken your true self. Enlightenment, peace, and joy will not be granted by someone else. The well is within us, And if we dig deeply in the present moment, The water will spring forth.' -"Savor" by Thich Nhat Hanh

I'm taking a break from "Eating Animals" it is very disturbing.  I will pick it up again soon.  I just started another book "Savor" by Thich Nhat Hanh and Dr. Lilian Cheung.  It is about mindful eating and mindful life.