Let us give something to each person we meet: joy, courage, hope, assurance, or philosophy, wisdom, a vision for the future. Let us always give something.

Courage and compassion are two sides of the same coin. Compassion without courage is not genuine. You may have a compassionate thought or impulse, but if you don’t do or say anything, it’s not real compassion.

Hope transforms pessimism into optimism. Hope is invincible.

Whatever the outcome may be, the important thing is to step forward on the path that you believe is right.

Within the heart of every person exists the flame of wisdom that transforms all suffering into kindling for the fire of creative energy.

Rather than becoming discouraged, know that encountering a wall is proof of the progress that you have made so far.

Everything begins with the resolve to take the first step. From that action, wisdom arises and change begins. Without action, nothing changes.