No matter how hopeless or bleak things appear, the moment always comes when suddenly our spirit revives, and hope is reborn. That is why we must never give up.

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

What may look like a small act of courage is courage nevertheless. The important thing is to be willing to take a step forward.

When we care for others our own strength to live increases. When we help people expand their state of life, our lives also expand. Actions to benefit others are not separate from actions to benefit oneself. Our lives and the lives of others are ultimately inseparable.

The idea of interdependence is central to Buddhism, which holds that all things come into being through the mutual interactions of various causes and conditions.

No matter what our personal circumstances may be, if we ourselves become a source of light, then there will be no darkness in the world.

The gratification of desire is not happiness.