We must recognize that the suffering of one person or one nation is the suffering of humanity.

Because we all share an identical need for love, it is possible to feel that anybody we meet, in whatever circumstances, is a brother or sister.

Action for Happiness encourages each of us to live more compassionately and put the happiness of others at the centre of our lives. This is the path to lasting peace and happiness

I am confident that the next century will be better than this one.

In our concern for others, we worry less about ourselves.

I have come to the conclusion that whether or not a person is a religious believer does not matter. Far more important is that they be a good human being.

I think many people knows what I am thinking. The whole world knows I am not seeking independence, therefore is many Tibetan disappointed, and also some of our supporters - many Indians, many Europeans, many Americans are also disappointed because I am not seeking independence.