Given the scale of life in the cosmos, one human life is no more than a tiny blip. Each one of us is a just visitor to this planet, a guest, who will only stay for a limited time. What greater folly could there be than to spend this short time alone, unhappy or in conflict with our companions? Far better, surely, to use our short time here in living a meaningful life, enriched by our sense of connection with others and being of service to them.

If you shift your focus from oneself to others, and think more about others' well-being and welfare, it has an immediate liberating effect.

Sometimes, whether a desire is excessive or negative depends on the circumstances or society in which you live in.

Under no circumstances should you lose hope.

I often tease young people about their concern for how they look; more important is inner beauty - compassion, affection and respect.

I don't think generally politician come from democratic country. I think not that thinking. But sometimes little bit short-sighted. They are mainly looking for their next vote.

If the mind is dominated by hatred, the best part of the brain, which is used to judge right and wrong, does not function properly.