Appearance is something absolute, but reality is not that way - everything is interdependent, not absolute.

Compassion is a mental quality that can bring us true lasting inner peace and inner strength.

The colors of light are infinite through refraction, yet they all come from the same source. Thus I cannot detach myself from the wickedest soul, nor fail to identify with the most virtuous.

In order to develop the willpower it takes to sacrifice, you must first realize that spending all your time and energy pursuing material comforts means you will eventually suffer. It's all about positive and negative consequences. It's very important to be aware that there are long-term consequences [for every action].

Disagreement is something normal.

The basis of human rights is happy life. Everyone wants to lead a happy life for which we need to have a holistic approach.

According to Buddhism, individuals are masters of their own destiny. And all living beings are believed to possess the nature of the Primordial Buddha Samantabhadra, the potential or seed of enlightenment, within them. So our future is in our own hands. What greater free will do we need?