It is important to direct our intelligence with good intentions. Without intelligence, we cannot accomplish very much. Without good intentions, the way we exercise of our intelligence may have destructive results.

I believe that constant effort, tireless effort, pursuing clear goals with sincere effort is the only way

Compassion is not religious business, it is human business, it is not luxury, it is essential for our own peace and mental stability, it is essential for human survival.

Anger may bring extra energy, but it eclipses the best part of our brain: its rationality. The energy of anger is almost always unreliable.

A mind that is characterized by unrest will not be tranquil even in the presence of great calm.

Better grounded emotionally through patience, we become stronger mentally and spiritually, and tend to be healthier physically.

Self-rule means that China must stop its intensive effort to colonize Tibet with Chinese settlers and must allow Tibetans to hold responsible positions in the government of Tibet.