What are the motifs in Peace Is Every Step by Nhat Hanh?

Throughout the novel, the motif of active mindfulness, or active Buddhism, is presented. Hanh notes in several passages that while mindful living is important, it is nothing without acting on that mindfulness. In other words, while one can see suffering through mindful living, one cannot alter that suffering without action. Hanh suggests peaceful letters to congress, attempts to practice mindfulness with others, and acting in love, understanding, and compassion.