A lot of times people do spiritual practice just for themselves. I try to turn that a little bit. I try to make spiritual practice more a part of the community. I write about infusing people with compassion.

True happiness is always available to us, but first we have to create the environment for it to flourish.

I write about whatever is timely - whatever is happening at the time for me - with what the expressive feeling is.

When we are certain that the way to accomplish our own wishes is to help others, we have no regrets.

As the conceptual, material world increases its hold on us, and inanimate objects become more lifelike, we humans must become more human. Open hearts, kindness and care-these are our most precious gifts.

When the mind is totally present, it is relaxed, nimble, and sensitive. It feels lighter and clearer. It notices everything, but it is not distracted by anything. It is the feeling of knowing exactly where you are and what you are doing.

Your life and your practice should not be separate. You bring your practice into experience. You bring it about.