The world-renowned "hugging saint" and humanitarian icon known for embracing more than 40 million people shares her revolutionary lessons for better living.

Like Thich Nhat Hanh, the Dalai Lama, and Pema Chodron, Amma brings her lifelong spiritual journey to the task of advising us on how to be more patient. In today's fast-paced world, where instant gratification and constant but empty connectivity dominate, patience has become a rare virtue. How can we reclaim this powerful tool for clarity, empathy, and resilience?

Amma, the "hugging saint," knows the transformative power of patience well. Born Karunakaruni in a small coastal village in India, Amma exhibited extraordinary compassion from a young age. What began as a simple practice of hugging those around her as a humble, intentional gesture of support has blossomed into a worldwide movement of healing. Each of Amma's more than 40 million embraces is an act of profound presence and has built a world-renowned medical center and university.

Drawing from her life's work and the timeless principles of Sanatan Dharma, Amma reveals how patience can help us:

• Cultivate inner peace through presence, intention, and a slower approach to daily life
• Strengthen our relationships with deeper empathy and more meaningful human connection
• Overcome adversity with resilience rooted in universal spiritual wisdom