Happiness mainly comes from our own attitude, rather than from external factors.

I consider myself as a free spokesman for the people.

We have never declared war on China. We have only asked them to leave us in peace, to let us have our natural freedom.

A female Dalai Lama must be very attractive, otherwise not much use.

You can develop the right attitude toward others if you have kindness, love and respect for them, and a clear realization of the oneness of all human beings.

Genuine human friendship is on the basis of human affection, irrespective of your position. Therefore, the more you show concern about the welfare and rights of others, the more you are a genuine friend. The more you remain open and sincere, then ultimately more benefits will come to you. If you forget or do not bother about others, then eventually you will lose your own benefit.

When selflessness is seen in objects, the seed of cyclic existence is destroyed.