Reality is devoid of any intrinsic identity that can be captured by any one single proposition - that is what Buddha meant by "voidness."

All forms of violence, especially war, are totally unacceptable as means to settle disputes between and among nations, groups and persons.

Change only takes place through action, not through meditation and prayer.

Friends, genuine friends, are attracted by a warm heart, not money, not power. A genuine friend considers you as just another human being, as a brother or sister, and shows affection on that level, regardless of whether you are rich or poor, or in a high position; that is a genuine friend.

I want to say, without hesitation, the purpose of our life is happiness.

We all have the potential to be better than we are.

Everyday, think as you wake up, today I am fortunate to be alive, I have a precious human life, I am not going to waste it.