For things to reveal themselves to us, we need to be ready to abandon our views about them.

When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help.

To think in terms of either pessimism or optimism oversimplifies the truth. The problem is to see reality as it is.

Hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today.

Fear keeps us focused on the past or worried about the future. If we can acknowledge our fear, we can realize that right now we are okay.

The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.

The source of love is deep in us and we can help others realize a lot of happiness. One word, one action, one thought can reduce another person's suffering and bring that person joy.

Waking up this morning, I smile. Twenty-four brand new hours are before me. I vow to live fully in each moment.

Breathing in, there is only the present moment. Breathing out, it is a wonderful moment.

Compassion is a verb.

Because you are alive, everything is possible.

If you love someone, the greatest gift you can give them is your presence.

Understanding means throwing away your knowledge.

If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work.

Peace in oneself, peace in the world.

The seed of suffering in you may be strong, but don't wait until you have no more suffering before allowing yourself to be happy.

Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.

Many people think excitement is happiness... But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.

In true dialogue, both sides are willing to change.

When we are mindful, deeply in touch with the present moment, our understanding of what is going on deepens, and we begin to be filled with acceptance, joy, peace and love.