To help us bring benefit to others through our words and actions, it is useful to cultivate an attitude of sympathetic joy in others’ achievements and good fortune. This attitude is a powerful antidote against envy, which is not only a source of unnecessary suffering on the individual level but also an obstacle to our ability to reach out and engage with others.

The more we think of others, the happier we are. The more we think of ourselves, the more suffering we feel.

Everybody wants a happy life and a peaceful mind, but we have to produce peace of mind through our own practice.

When, from the depths of your heart, you spontaneously wish all beings to find true, lasting happiness, this is great love.

Human use, population, and technology have reached that certain stage where mother Earth no longer accepts our presence with silence.

Within the framework of the Buddhist Path, reflecting on suffering has tremendous importance because -realizing the nature of suffering, you will develop greater resolve to put an end to the causes of suffering and the unwholesome deeds which lead to suffering. And it will increase your enthusiasm for engaging in the wholesome actions and deeds which lead to happiness and joy.

Happiness doesn't always come from a pursuit. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it.