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

The ultimate source of a happy life is warm-heartedness. This means extending to others the kind of concern we have for ourselves.

My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.

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

Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them.

Through violence, you may solve one problem, but you sow the seeds for another.

Choose to be optimistic, it feels better.

In our struggle for freedom, truth is the only weapon we possess.

Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back, and reasons to stay.

The way to change others' minds is with affection, and not anger.

Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.

The period of greatest gain in knowledge and experience is the most difficult period in one's life.

The true mark of a spiritual practitioner is that your own behavior is better, not that you can criticize others well.

Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values.

Look at situations from all angles, and you will become more open.

Anger or hatred is like a fisherman's hook. It is very important for us to ensure that we are not caught by it.

The more you are motivated by love, the more fearless and free your actions will be.

World peace must develop from inner peace. Peace is not just mere absence of violence. Peace is, I think, the manifestation of human compassion.

People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost.

Every day, think as you wake up, today I am fortunate to be alive, I have a precious human life, I am not going to waste it.