There are a number of qualities which are important for mental peace, but from the little experience I have, I believe that one of the most important factors is human compassion and affection: a sense of caring.

A genuine transformation that results from sustained concerted effort is long lasting because it has a firm foundation.

Even more important than the warmth and affection we receive, is the warmth and affection we give. It is by giving warmth and affection, by having a genuine sense of concern for others, in other words through compassion, that we gain the conditions for genuine happiness. More important than being loved, therefore, is to love.

The mind is key. If anything should be considered a god, so to speak, it is the mind, not money. A healthy positive mind is the utmost priority. But if we were to reverse the order of these priorities, what would happen? I find it hard to imagine how a person with great wealth, bad health, no friends, and no peace of mind could feel even slightly happy.

Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back and reasons to stay.

The training of the mind is an art. If this can be considered art, one's life is art.

Indulgence in resentment and vengeance will only further increase miseries to oneself and others in this life and in lives to come.