Suffering is not the end of the story; it is the middle of the story.

Generosity generates its own enthusiasm. We don't have to force ourselves to be generous; we just need to start.

Mindfulness helps us get better at seeing the difference between what's happening and the stories we tell ourselves about what's happening.

Meditation is not about getting rid of thoughts; it's about changing the way we relate to them.

The mind is like a wild monkey, jumping here and there. But through meditation, we learn to see whatever arises in our mind with more spaciousness and clarity.

Forgiveness is not a moral issue. It's a power issue. When we hold onto grievance and resentment, we are giving our power away.

The mind can go in a thousand directions, but on this beautiful path, I walk in peace. With each step, the wind blows. With each step, a flower blooms.

Life is like an ever-shifting kaleidoscope - a slight change, and all patterns alter.

We need the courage to learn from our experience and the wisdom to be willing to change and grow.

Real happiness comes from having an unshakable connection to the deep wellspring of peace and happiness that is not dependent on external conditions.

Meditation is the ultimate mobile device; you can use it anywhere, anytime, unobtrusively.

The first step toward faith is to admit that we don't know everything.

Love is not a feeling. It's a capability.

Mindfulness is being aware of what is happening right now, without wishing it were different.

The movement of love is what creates the beauty in our lives.

We can learn the art of fierce compassion - redefining strength, deconstructing isolation and renewing a sense of community, practicing letting go of rigid us-vs.-them thinking.

The cultivation of loving-kindness is the thread that runs through all Buddhist teachings.

Mindfulness isn't difficult, we just need to remember to do it.

Concentration is a cornerstone of mindfulness practice. Your mindfulness will only be as robust as your capacity to ground your attention in the present moment.

True happiness is born of letting go of what is unnecessary.