Sectarian feelings and criticism of other teachings or other sects is very bad, poisonous, and should be avoided.

If we can refrain from harming others in our actions & words, we can start to give serious attention to actively doing good.

In my childhood, and particularly when I take the responsibility, I already have sort of keen desire, we must change our system. Then as soon as we reach India, 1959, at once we start working for democratization. Now here if remain in a political sort of field, supreme leader, at the same time religious leader, that may become hindrance of proper democracy.

It is our enemies who provide us with the challenge we need to develop the qualities of tolerance, patience and compassion.

On a certain day, month and year one should observe the ceremony of tree-planting. Thus, one fulfils one's responsibilities, serves one's fellow-beings which not only brings happiness but benefits all.

Spend some time alone every day.

Happiness cannot come from hatred or anger. Nobody can say, 'Today I am happy because this morning I was angry.' On the contrary, people feel uneasy and sad and say, 'Today I am not very happy, because I lost my temper this morning.'