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

Anger, pride and competence are our real enemies.

Developing inner values is much like physical exercise. The more we train our abilities, the stronger they become. The difference is that, unlike the body, when it comes to training the mind, there is no limit to how far we can go.

I would like to explain the meaning of compassion, which is often misunderstood. Genuine compassion is based not on our own projections and expectations, but rather on the rights of the other: irrespective of whether another person is a close friend

Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek.

According to Buddhism, individuals are masters of their own destiny. And all living beings are believed to possess the nature of the Primordial Buddha Samantabhadra, the potential or seed of enlightenment, within them. So our future is in our own hands. What greater free will do we need?

Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped into water, the actions of individuals can have far-reaching effects.