Once you develop confidence in your own ability, you'll be able to make a real contribution to creating a better world. Self-confidence is very important. Not in the sense of blind pride, but as a realistic awareness of what you can do. As human beings we can transform ourselves by our good qualities and reducing our faults. Our intelligence enables us to judge what is good from what is harmful.

I don't know whether the universe, with its countless galaxies, stars and planets, has a deeper meaning or not, but at the very least, it is clear that we humans who live on this earth face the task of making a happy life for ourselves. Therefore, it is important to discover what will bring about the greatest degree of happiness.

Peace isn't the mere absence of violence; peace must come from inner peace. And inner peace comes from taking others’ interests into account.

I find hope in the darkest of days, and focus in the brightest. I do not judge the universe.

If someone remains in a peaceful and tranquil state of mind, external surroundings can cause them only a limited disturbance.

Today different ethnic groups and different nations come together due to common sense.

If you shift your focus from oneself to others, and think more about others' well-being and welfare, it has an immediate liberating effect.