It is... very helpful to think of adversity not so much as a threat to our peace of mind but rather as the very means by which patience is attained.

You have to start giving first and expect absolutely nothing.

Without freedom, creativity cannot flourish. The right to freedom is crucial to progress in any society; and the context is having a sense of global responsibility.

Spend some amount of time alone everyday.

Even modern medical researchers have come to the conclusion that peace of mind is vital for good health.

Although violence and the use of force may appear powerful and decisive, their benefits are short-lived. Violence can never bring a lasting and long term resolution to any problem, because it is unpredictable and for every problem it seems to solve, others are created. On the other hand, truth remains constant and will ultimately prevail.

Sectarian feelings and criticism of other teachings or other sects is very bad, poisonous, and should be avoided.