A disciplined mind leads to happiness, and an undisciplined mind leads to suffering.

I believe deeply that we must find, all of us together, a new spirituality.

Fear, hatred, and suspicion narrow your mind - compassion opens it.

Depression seems to be related to fear, anger and frustration. When you're in a bad mood, even if you meet with your friends, you don't take pleasure in their company. But when you're in a good mood, even if things go wrong, you can cope with them without difficulty. This is why putting yourself in a good mood, making a point of developing a sense of loving kindness gives you greater inner strength.

Anger, hatred and jealousy never solve problems, only affection, concern and respect can do that.

The more we care for the happiness of others, the greater is our own sense of well-being.

The reality today is that we are all interdependent and have to co-exist on this small planet. Therefore, the only sensible and intelligent way of resolving differences and clashes of interests, whether between individuals or nations, is through dialogue.