Our ancient experience confirms at every point that everything is linked together, everything is inseparable.

If you have a particular faith or religion, that is good. But you can survive without it.

One of the most effective ways to overcome anxiety is to try to shift the focus of attention away from self and toward others.

Anger and hatred lead to fear; compassion and concern for others allow us to develop self-confidence, which breeds trust and friendship.

When selflessness is seen in objects, the seed of cyclic existence is destroyed.

Open your arms to change but don't let go of your values.

Our world is increasingly interdependent, but I wonder if we truly understand that our interdependent human community has to be compassionate; compassionate in our choice of goals, compassionate in our means of cooperation and our pursuit of these goals.