Whether we consider the individual, family, local, national or international level, peace must arise from inner peace. For example, making prayers for peace while continuing to harbor anger is futile. Training the mind and overcoming your anger is much more effective than mere prayer. Anger, hatred and jealousy never solve problems, only affection, concern and respect can do that.

Once you have a genuine sense of concern for others, there’s no room for cheating, bullying or exploitation.

I want to show that there are indeed some universal ethical principles which could help everyone to achieve the happiness we all aspire to.

There needs to be understanding that anger never helps to solve a problem. It destroys our peace of mind and blinds our ability to think clearly. Anger and attachment are emotions that distort our view of reality.

Whether or not we follow any particular spiritual tradition, the benefits of love and kindness are obvious to anyone.

Irrespective of whether we are believers or agnostics, whether we believe in God or karma, moral ethics is a code which everyone is able to pursue.

When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.