Life is as dear to a mute creature as it is to man. Just as one wants happiness and fears pain, just as one wants to live and not die, so do other creatures.
Dalai LamaHappiness doesn't always come from a pursuit. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it.
Dalai LamaA compassionate attitude opens our inner door, and as a result it is much easier to communicate with others. If there is too much self-centered attitude, then fear, doubt and suspicion come and as a result our inner door closes. Then it is very difficult to communicate with others.
Dalai LamaCompassion is a mental quality that can bring us true lasting inner peace and inner strength.
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