A spoon cannot taste of the food it carries. Likewise, a foolish man cannot understand the wise man’s wisdom even if he associates with a sage.

Foolish, selfish people are always thinking of themselves and the result is always negative. Wise persons think of others, helping them as much as they can, and the result is happiness.

Instead of wondering WHY this is happening to you, consider why this is happening to YOU.

Since we are not solely material creatures, it is a mistake to place all our hopes for happiness on external development alone. The key is to develop inner peace.

Our ancient experience confirms at every point that everything is linked together, everything is inseparable.

It is very rare or almost impossible that an event can be negative from all points of view.

We all have the power of thought – so what are you lacking? If you have willpower, then you can change anything.

As long as we observe love for others and respect for their rights and dignity in our daily lives, then whether we are learned or unlearned, whether we believe in the Buddha or God, follow some religion or none at all, as long as we have compassion for others and conduct ourselves with restraint out of a sense of responsibility, there is no doubt we will be happy.

Optimism doesn’t mean that you are blind to the reality of the situation. It means that you remain motivated to seek a solution to whatever problems arise.

In order to become prosperous, a person must initially work very hard, so he or she has to sacrifice a lot of leisure time.

It is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for oneself and others.

Sometimes one creates a dynamic impression by saying something, and sometimes one creates as significant an impression by remaining silent.

Given the scale of life in the cosmos, one human life is no more than a tiny blip. Each one of us is a just visitor to this planet, a guest, who will only stay for a limited time. What greater folly could there be than to spend this short time alone, unhappy or in conflict with our companions? Far better, surely, to use our short time here in living a meaningful life, enriched by our sense of connection with others and being of service to them.

There are two kinds of compassion. The first comes from a natural concern for friends and family who are close to us. This has limited range but can be the seed for something bigger. We can also learn to extend a genuine concern for others’ well-being, whoever they are. That is real compassion, and only human beings are capable of developing it.

Proper utilization of time is so important. While we have this body, and especially this amazing human brain, I think every minute is something precious.

Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.

Never give up. No matter what is going on. Never give up. 

Work for peace in your heart and in the world.

If you have fear of some pain or suffering, you should examine whether there is anything you can do about it. If you can, there is no need to worry about it; if you cannot do anything, then there is also no need to worry.

A disciplined mind leads to happiness, and an undisciplined mind leads to suffering.

Silence is sometimes the best answer.

Silence is sometimes the best answer.

Silence is sometimes the best answer.

Our perspective toward life is our final and ultimate freedom.”