I am convinced that everyone can develop a good heart and a sense of universal responsibility with or without religion.

If the mind is dominated by hatred, the best part of the brain, which is used to judge right and wrong, does not function properly.

Compassion instills a sense of calm, inner strength, and a deep confidence and satisfaction

Have no discrepancy between what you say, what you are and what you do.

Freedom is the real source of human happiness and creativity. Irrespective of whether you are a believer or nonbeliever, whether Buddhist, Christian, or Jew, the important thing is to be a good human being.

Sometimes one creates a dynamic impression by saying something, and sometimes one creates as significant an impression by remaining silent.

Where there is a mind, there are feelings such as pain, pleasure, and joy. No sentient being wants pain: all wants happiness instead.