Cast in pewter to resemble an old wax letter seal, this pendant is stamped with the word ‘breathe’ in Thich Nhat Hanh’s own handwriting. It hangs from a plum-colored rope cord that nods to Plum Village, the monastery he founded in France. Wear it under a collar or over a sweater, or give it to someone moving through a hard season.
Details
- Design: Round pewter pendant cast to look like an old wax letter seal, stamped with Thich Nhat Hanh’s handwritten word ‘breathe,’ hung on a wire-wrapped bail
- Size: Pendant about 1 inch in diameter; rope cord up to 27 inches
- Material: Pewter pendant, rope cord with pewter slider
- Care: Wipe the pewter gently with a soft dry cloth; keep the cord away from water and perfume to preserve its color
- Note: Each pendant is cast and finished by hand, so slight variations in texture and patina are part of its character
- Origin: Handmade in Canada
Meaning & Intention
The pendant holds a single word — breathe — reproduced from Thich Nhat Hanh’s own handwriting. He taught that the breath is the bridge between body and mind, the one thing always available to bring us back to the present.
Its round, irregular edges echo the wax seals once used to close a handwritten letter, suggesting something personal and sealed with intention.
The plum-colored cord points to Plum Village, the monastery he founded in southern France, where mindful breathing was a way of life rather than a technique.
In a stressful moment, a hand can find the pendant and be met with one clear instruction: breathe.
Essence & Elements
Intention: Calm, presence, grounding
Chakra connection: Heart
Symbol: Wax letter seal stamped with ‘breathe’ in Thich Nhat Hanh’s handwriting
Ideal for: Anyone seeking a simple way to pause and breathe through daily stress
Suggested mantra: Breathe, and come home
Questions & Guidance
Can the cord be adjusted?
Yes. The pewter slider lets you shorten the rope cord below its 27-inch maximum, so the pendant can sit higher on the collarbone or lower on the chest.
How might I use it during meditation or a stressful moment?
Hold the pendant between your fingers, feel its edges, and take one slow breath before you continue. The single word is meant as a direct instruction from the teacher himself.
Is this a good gift for someone new to mindfulness?
Yes. The instruction is one word long. No prior practice or vocabulary is needed to understand what it asks.
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