Those who suffer from an exaggerated sense of their own ability and accomplishment are continually subject to frustration, disappointment, and rage when reality intrudes and the world doesn't validate their idealized view of themselves.

May I examine my mind in all actions and as soon as a negative state occurs, since it endangers myself and others, may I firmly face and avert it.

There is soul music, soul food, and soul love.

I have no trouble sleeping.

The practicing of loving kindness toward one's enemy is the ultimate test of one's own spiritual attainment.

A positive state of mind is not merely good for you, it benefits everyone with whom you come into contact, literally changing the world.

What I believe, according to my own experience, is that a calm, peaceful mind is a very important element for sustaining the body in a balanced way.