It's time to question a job or career move when it seems like most energy is devoted to making things appear other than what they really are.

Just as true humor is laughter at oneself, true humanity is knowledge of oneself.

As muddy water is best cleared by leaving it alone, it could be argued that those who sit quietly and do nothing are making one of the best possible contributions to a world in turmoil.

Sexual love is a troubled and problematic relationship in cultures where there is a strong sense of man's separation from nature, especially when the realm of nature is felt to be inferior or contaminated with evil.

A scholar tries to learn something everyday; a student of Buddhism tries to unlearn something daily.

In looking out upon the world, we forget that the world is looking at itself.

For if you know what you want, and will be content with it, you can be trusted. But if you do not know, your desires are limitless and no one can tell how to deal with you. Nothing satisfies an individual incapable of enjoyment.