I believe that a culture of peace must be the essential foundation of our efforts for peace.

If we look at the world with a love of life, the world will reveal its beauty to us.

Rise to the challenges that life presents you. You can't develop genuine character and ability by sidestepping adversity and struggle.

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

Life is filled with potential that is truly unfathomable. At last we are coming to see the enormous power it possesses. That is why we must never write anyone off. In particular, we mustn’t put boundaries on our own potential. In most cases, our so-called limitations are nothing more than our own decision to limit ourselves.

The wisdom and experience of older people is a resource of inestimable worth. Recognizing and treasuring the contributions of older people is essential to the long-term flourishing of any society.

Embrace your dreams and advance as far as they can take you.