More often than not, anger is actually an indication of weakness rather than of strength.

Hard times build determination and inner strength. Through them we can also come to appreciate the uselessness of anger. Instead of getting angry nurture a deep caring and respect for troublemakers because by creating such trying circumstances they provide us with invaluable opportunities to practice tolerance and patience.

The simple recognition that everyone else wants to be happy and not to suffer, just as I do, serves as a constant reminder against selfishness and partiality. It reminds us there is little to be gained from being kind and generous while hoping to win something in return. Actions motivated by a desire to earn a good name for ourselves are still selfish, even if they appear to be acts of kindness.

The 20th century was the century of war and blood. The 21st century is the century of dialogue.

Whenever there is a challenge, there is also an opportunity to face it, to demonstrate and develop our will and determination.

All forms of violence, especially war, are totally unacceptable as means to settle disputes between and among nations, groups and persons.

Like a lamp, dispelling the darkness of ignorance